Words Have Power: The Subtle Language Choices That Shape Our Spiritual Practice

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The disconnect between our spiritual language and our physical practice often reveals profound misunderstandings within the pagan community. When we constantly speak of "walking our paths" yet kneel at altars that barely reach our knees, we're embodying contradictory spiritual principles without even realizing it.
This thought-provoking conversation challenges a fundamental oversight many modern pagans make: witches don't kneel before their gods. Unlike traditions where followers are considered unworthy to look upon the face of divinity, paganism emphasizes partnership and equality. We stand with our deities, so why are so many using altars that force them into positions of submission?
Beyond altar ergonomics, we explore how surface-level engagement with teachings has eroded authentic practice. The skimming culture fostered by social media has trained practitioners to miss crucial nuances in specific word choices that carry significant theological implications. When we fail to truly listen – to our teachings, our priests, and to each other – we miss the essence of what makes our spiritual paths meaningful.
The episode also addresses the breakdown in student-teacher relationships within covens. Where once students would regularly engage elders with questions about craft practices, today's practitioners often hesitate to reach out. This communication breakdown prevents the deep transmission of knowledge that traditionally characterized pagan learning and stunts spiritual growth.
Whether you're a seasoned witch or just beginning your journey, this conversation will make you reconsider how attentively you're engaging with your tradition. Are you truly listening to the specific language and teachings being offered? Are you willing to question inconsistencies and adjust your understanding as you learn? Walking your path means standing tall before your gods – both literally and figuratively.

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Chapters

1. Words Have Power: The Subtle Language Choices That Shape Our Spiritual Practice (00:00:00)

2. Welcome to Pegging Coffee Talk (00:00:21)

3. Altars and Walking Your Path (00:00:57)

4. We Don't Kneel Before Our Gods (00:05:54)

5. The Problem with Not Listening (00:10:37)

6. Creating Life as Sacred Celebration (00:17:42)

7. The Lost Art of Communication (00:26:26)

8. Episode Closing (00:29:49)