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# 2023-05-06 - You Are A Great And Powerful Wizard by Sage Liskey
I saw Sage handing out these pamphlets at events. I didn't take
the pamphlet, but i resolved to read the online version later.
This particular pamphlet strikes me as a little tongue-in-cheek
but it can be a good reminder. What we do right now will determine
what kind of a future we will have. It's easy to lose touch with
that.
Below is the complete text of the pamphlet.
# You Are A Great And Powerful Wizard
An overview of human magic and spell casting
The Order Of Radical Cats
# Introduction
Every word spoken, thought made, motion moved, and energy exchanged
is a magic spell conjuring up a new set of possibilities that changes
the shape of reality. There are billions of spells being cast each
moment, but most people never learn how to control this inherent
power. As a human wizard you have a great potential to become
stronger by learning how to control the spells you cast and how to
counter or block spells from other wizards.
*****
Note that the magic contained herein primarily influences the
emotional qualities of humans, but physical changes may follow. This
magic may also be used on non-human quarries.
# Magic Spells
Magic spells are cast through words, movements, thoughts, and energy.
Once cast, spells may result in various forms of creation,
destruction, neutrality, or a mixture of all three. The following are
just a few of the many outcomes of a successful (or unsuccessful)
magic spell:
* Empathy
* Life
* Fear
* Healing
* Creativity
* Despair
* Compassion
* Art
* Mind control
* Spirit
* Courage
* Trust
* Peace
* Anxiety
* Death
* Confusion
* Hatred
* Intelligence
* Anger
* Love
* Inspiration
* Learning
* Passion
* Resilience
* Strength
* Discord
# Weaving Spells Together
Life is complicated. It cannot be controlled by a single word or
motion. Some spell effects may only be obtained by weaving together
many different types of spells.
For instance, in order to successfully cast a LOVE spell, one must
cast the spells of PASSION, TRUST, COURAGE, EMPATHY, and possibly
others. LOVE takes time to cast and is difficult to control even for
adept wizards utilizing ideal conditions.
# Counter Spells
Don't let unwanted magic get to you, cast plenty of defensive
barriers and learn a few counter spells for when destructive magic is
flung your way. Remember that destructive spells can come from
outside of or from within you. The best defense for either source is
a strong mind able to remain aware and prevent unnecessary thinking.
Ready your arsenal with spells that evoke:
* Love
* Empathy
* Compassion
* Gratitude
* Humor
* Patience
* Trust
# Group Spells
A group of entities may gather together to collectively cast magic.
If done properly, a group spell will be much stronger than an
individually cast spell. These may take the form of:
* Ritual
* Celebration
* Community
* Meditation
* Potlucks
* Friendship
* Love
# Controlling Your Magic
Some spells are harder to control than others. These spells require a
lot of training to cast properly and may need to be periodically
recast to work effectively.
* Speak with conviction by using motion and emotion.
* Think in the present moment without stressing about the past or
future.
* Speak the language of the one whom your are communicating with.
* There are many ways to cast the same spell.
* There are many ways to create the same spell effects.
* Some magic will only work in the right time and place.
* Your spell effects are especially influenced by the greater pool of
magic being cast by other wizards.
• Magic that is negative or destructive to the user often casts
without your awareness. Be careful.
# Powering Up Your Language
* Practice the language you are casting a spell in.
* Take communication courses.
* Learn Nonviolent Communication.
* Take language courses and learn new languages.
* Speak to many different types of people.
* Understand different communication styles and cultures.
* Use dictionaries and thesauruses.
* Travel and visit other nations.
* Study etymology, sociology, and psychology.
* Understand the needs of the person you are trying to cast a spell
on or block a spell from.
* Learn the true meaning of a word through life experiences.
* Understand the communication nuances between extroverted,
introverted, and shy wizards.
* Sing and become a musician.
* Write poetry.
# Powering Up Your Mind And Thoughts
* Meditate. Speak with the great void of nothingness and find great
powers by quieting your mind.
* Say positive mantras to overwrite negative thought spells.
* Build your creativity by solving problems and making art.
* Learn coping methods for when stress arises.
* Address forms of stress (see the back cover for resources).
* Work for something beyond yourself.
* Engage in a world free of rules, restrictions, and money. Be
willing to be yourself.
* Break down your cultural, societal, and gender norms.
* Join a community that helps you power up your mind.
* Free yourself of unhealthy habits.
* Deconstruct your belief in good and bad.
* Understand that life is death and death is life.
* Free yourself of desire.
* Explore the dream realm.
* Maintain a gratitude journal.
# Powering Up Your Body Motions
* Exercise and work out.
* Stretch.
* Practice facial gestures in the mirror.
* Dance.
* Let go of your fear of being silly.
* Dress in a way that allows for freedom of motion and makes you feel
good about yourself.
* Utilize clothing that enhances your motion-based spells. For
instance, clothing with tassels or flowing folds.
* Practice acting.
* Learn the accepted body motions of the wizards in your area.
# Powering Up Your Energy
* Address your sources of suffering (see the back cover for
resources).
* Learn how your body uniquely regulates energy.
* Understand how different foods and substances influence your body's
energy.
* Visualize your energy by learning about major and minor chakras.
* Learn how to control your emotions.
* Express your emotions freely.
* Engage in group spells that improve your energy.
* Meditate.
* Explore the subconscious mind through your dreams and become a
lucid dreamer.
* Dismantle your concepts around duality and of good and bad.
* Join a spiritually based group and become spiritually grounded.
* Befriend your soul and unlock your soulular potential.
* Become in tune with nature's cycles of light, weather, astral
movements, and color.
# Magic Potions
Sometimes you need a little help casting a magic spell. If used
properly magic potions may temporarily or permanently enhance your
magical abilities. Misuse of magic potions may also lead to ill
effects or an untimely demise. Tread with caution!
* Healthy food
* Clean water
* Clean air
* Medicines
* Adaptogens
* Various herbs
# Wizard Wands
Various objects may be used to strengthen the magical powers of a
wizard. These wands come with their own unique set of characteristics
that when used properly amplify the effectiveness of your spells. Try
these wands for powering up:
* Musical instruments
* Mirrors
* Clothing
* Trinkets that give you strength and joy
* The Internet
* Social media
* Color
* Makeup
* The moon
* The sun and stars
* Fire
* Perfume
* Nature
* Light
* Dark
* Your body
* Art
# Imbuing Objects With Magical Power
You can imbue any object with magical power by concentrating your
magic into it. Imbued items may be used as a source of ENERGY, LOVE,
POWER, ANGER, FEAR, JOY, and so on. Imbuing objects with "positive"
magic is most easily accomplished using gifts received from other
wizards or creatures of the earth, as that entity has already imbued
some positive energy into the item. You can also use items that
various wizard cultures have collectively imbued with magic such as
flowers, feathers, and rocks. Be warned that "negative" and
destructive magic will strongly attach to any object without warning.
Train in your wizardly practices to avoid these magical misfires.
People need a key in order to unlock the magic power trapped within
an imbued object. If you are gifting a magically imbued item to
another, tell them how to access the item's power.
# Examples of Common Spells
* I love you
* I hate you
* You're amazing
* You're awful
* I believe in you
* I don't believe in you
* Thank you
* May your day shine like the sun
* I'm afraid
* There's no point in trying
* Today is a brand new day with great potential
* I'm not good enough
* I'm beautiful
* A smile
* A hug
* A kiss
* An excited jump
* A frown
* A snicker
* A glare
* Laughter
* A gift
* Clearing your mind of all thoughts
* Clearing your mind of all judgement
* Praying for someone
* Asking for forgiveness
* Embodying a sense of revenge and hatred
* Embodying a sense of joy and love
* Naming an object
# Parting Words
There is one final thing to say before we conclude our overview of
wizardly magic. All destruction leads to creation and all creation
leads to destruction. Furthermore, there is no definitive "good" or
"bad" magic, only the will of the wizard or group of wizards casting
a spell. A powerful wizard knows how to use magic in order to achieve
destruction or creation that is beneficial to their personal wizardly
ambitions. Now that you know your true power as a wizard, The Order
of Radical Cats wishes you well on your grand journey through time
and space.
And always remember, YOU ARE A GREAT AND POWERFUL WIZARD.
(HTM) From: http://www.sageliskey.com/rad-cat-press.html
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