I see a lot of advice on Tumblr. Most of it is from people
who are locked into a certain system of magick and they are giving you that and
calling it gospel. If you have your own deep spiritual beliefs, that’s great.
If your magick requires certain things from you, follow it. But don’t tell
people it’s the only way things are done. Magick is a highly varied ancient
practice. Also, highly personal. What works for you may not work for others.
Magick is an art. Would you tell an artist how they should
paint, or sculpt, or make music? No. It is up to the artist to learn the
fundamentals and then apply them as they see fit.
Here’s my advice. This is what has worked for me. Maybe give
it a try.
Do something with your magick every day. Keep your magical
consciousness active. Learn to see the world as a magical place. Magick does
not break the laws of nature. Magick is what the universe is made of.
Do it when you are tired. Do it when you are angry. Do it when
you are sick. Do it when you feel like there is no point to doing anything. It
can be small. A tiny intentional act. As simple as pouring water for your
ancestors. As simple as a prayer.
But keep doing it. Every damn day. Let it build. Keep doing
it until it is a part of you. Do it because you are magus.