What is a Hedgewitch?

When you think of the word “witch”, what do you think of? Pointy black hats and broomsticks? Wicca? Cauldrons and spells? Something else?

For me and others like me, being a witch (or a hedgewitch, in my case), is simply about a reverence for nature, an understanding that we are all God/dess’s creatures, and a recognition of the magical essence that runs through us and around us all the time.

A hedgewitch or natural born witch is not necessarily someone who studies Wicca or witchcraft, but rather who is very intuitive and can see/hear non-physical energies and realms.

She might also have a natural green thumb in the garden and easily communes with the realm of nature spirits, faeries, dragon wisdom, and healing.

And “harm to none” is a holy vow that many witches know better than to cross, whether they are Wiccan or not.

Root workers often do not share the same values and beliefs around this tenet and have no problem crossing that line, but in my practice and beliefs, attempting to interfere in anyone’s free-will is a big no-no and can come with lifetimes of consequences that become less and less enchanting as they drag on… but that’s another story for another day. 🤣

Still, in this life, my craft is about compassion, wholeness, embracing your shadow, and healing. It’s about fostering self-love and good stewardship of whatever we touch. It’s about helping others and living an example of a healthy, balanced life to the best of my ability.

We all have access to power that we wield every day in a variety of shapes and forms—physical and non-physical—from family time to work to spirituality to hobbies.

In every moment, we are choosing how we show up in our world; how we will use our gifts and talents; and for some, how we will address our vices.

I choose Good.