This episode explores how atheist witchcraft can be grounded in the observable natural cycles of the universe—from the solar and lunar rhythms that structure our year, to chaotic climate cycles, and the predictable energetic shifts of our personal lives—providing a science-minded framework for intention, rest, and practical magical optimization. By detailing practical actions for each phase (like Full Moon charging or New Moon planning), AWP encourages listeners to use these universal patterns as a tool for psychological grounding and efficiency, reclaiming ancient wisdom without invoking supernatural belief.Recommended General Witchcraft Resources:

Podcasts:

⁠The Wonder: Science-Base Paganism

⁠⁠⁠⁠The Middle-Aged Witch Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Coffee and Cauldrons⁠⁠⁠

Websites:

⁠r/witchcraft⁠

r/SASSWitches⁠

⁠r/NonTheisticPaganism

This bonus episode explores the deep history and lore of Yule, tracing ancient customs like the Yule Log and Evergreens to the astronomical reality of the Winter Solstice and the celebrations of modern Pagans. For the atheist witch, Yule is a practice of psychological resilience, embracing necessary rest (which is supported by the scientific understanding of the dark time) and setting intentions based on the verifiable, predictable return of the sun.

Recommended General Witchcraft Resources:

Podcasts:

⁠The Wonder: Science-Base Paganism

⁠⁠⁠⁠The Middle-Aged Witch Podcast

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Coffee and Cauldrons⁠⁠⁠

Websites:⁠

r/witchcraft⁠⁠

r/SASSWitches⁠⁠

r/NonTheisticPaganism

This episode details the host's personal journey from coven to solitary practice, exploring the psychological benefits of solitary work versus the amplified communal energy of group practice, offering practical advice like forming online "Covens of Correspondents" and using secular interpretations for group rituals. The episode also includes a crucial warning for listeners about recognizing and avoiding toxic group dynamics, including Folkism and racism, while providing a step-by-step practical exercise for creating and activating a shared intention sigil.0

Recommended General Witchcraft Resources:

Podcasts:⁠

The Wonder: Science-Base Paganism

⁠⁠⁠⁠The Middle-Aged Witch Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Coffee and Cauldrons⁠⁠⁠

Websites:

⁠r/witchcraft⁠

⁠r/SASSWitches⁠

⁠r/NonTheisticPaganism