the Goddess of Witchcraft, Necromancy, Ghosts, Magic, and, in some instances, the Night, Darkness, The Mist. For some She is also the goddess of motherhood, protection, and the sea. She is a Hellenic deity, born of the Titans Asteria and Perses.
Symbology: Black dogs, Wolves, Keys, Torches, Flames, Torches, Crossroads, Serpents, Daggers, Birds of Prey (crows, ravens, owls), the Moon, witchcraft tools (such as cauldrons, tarot, athames)
offerings and devotional acts:
Figurines of any of Her symbols
keys, skeleton keys, lockets
fire witchcraft and candles, flames, matchsticks
dedicating any lunar or symbolic jewelry to Her
black/dark crystals such as obsidian and onyx
nocturnal animal imagery
black/cool colored glitter
baneful/poisonous herbs and plants
pomegranates/berries (She seems to really like blackberries)
dark blend wines
garlic
honey, cinnamon, poppy seeds, chocolates (dark)
mugwort, lavender, roses, jasmine, dragon's blood
bones and feathers from birds of prey (please check your local laws about obtaining these)
Taking midnight walks, setting up altars and rituals at crossroads, paying respects to the dead and practicing your craft in a cemetery
Any playlists, poems, literature, whether it be your own or just a piece you associate with Her, also make wonderful offerings.
actions: Helping and being friendly to dogs
Donating blankets, food, toys to animal shelters in her name
Volunteering at an animal shelter
Devoting time at night to her (meditate, talk to her, just have some silence for her, etc.)
Sharing your expierences, especially painful ones and your anger or sorrow with her
Study herbs and planting herbs in your garden
Having rituals or casting spells during a dark moon and invoking her
Taking care of graveyards and keeping them clean
Holding a feast for her and having all her favorite foods and drinks
small devotional acts:
Learn more about the history of witchcraft
Practice divination
Light a torch, lantern, or even a match
Thank her when you go through crossroads or intersections
Listen to music that makes you feel witchy or powerful
Do small, simple spells
Wear jewelry that reminds you of her
Burn candles; blue, black or white.
Think of her when you pass graveyards
Stand outside at night and listen to all the sounds
Dedicate a small part of the night to her
Read stories about ghosts or spirits
Burn incense blends that make you feel magical and in control
Greet animals, especially ones with black fur
Go on nighttime adventures
Wear makeup or clothes that make you feel powerful and confident
Get some plants that bloom/thrive at night
Be the 'guiding light' for others, however that looks for you
Sit in a room with all the lights off, burn a candle if you need to
Keep track of the moon phases, do things associated with each one
Incoporate darker colors into you home or outfits
PRACTICE LOVING YOURSELF
