Witchy Work Wishes

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  Mabon 2026 16.09.2026 1h

  Bring me the pumpkins, the apples, the candles and ALLLLL the fall magic … because Mabon has arrived! This week on Witchy Work Wishes, we are celebrating the Autumn Equinox and the second harvest ... but we are doing things a little differently this year. Instead of simply talking about what we are harvesting, we are exploring the magic of the season through three places: The Pause, that beautiful moment when light and dark meet in balance. The Threshold, the mysterious space between where we've been and where we're going. The Turn, when we are finally ready to step forward and follow the season toward darker nights, warmer homes, glowing candles and a little more time turned inward.We will talk about liminal spaces, threshold magic, the history of Mabon, and some simple ways to notice the magic that exists in those in-between places we move through every single day.And, of course, I've got some life updates for you too ... including renovations on my 100-year-old farmhouse, changes happening at my own office, backyard cats, and a certain Bear story that seems to keep getting more interesting!So grab your coffee, your tea, your pumpkin spice latte and your notebooks … and come celebrate Mabon 2026 with me.🎧 And if you're part of our Patreon family, there's an extra Mabon episode waiting for you too, where we take everything from today's episode and actually make some Mabon magic with it! Happy Mabon, witches!CharleneHearth & Hen Witchy Work Wishes Patreon
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  The Placebo Effect Pt 2 09.09.2026 1h 18min

  Does the spell work because we are witches… or does the spell work because our minds believe it will?Last week, Connor and I explored the science behind the placebo effect ... what happens in our brains and bodies when we believe something is going to work. But today… we are bringing that conversation into the witchy world. What happens when we light the candle, stir the potion, speak the intention, pull the card or cast the spell? Is the magic happening around us? Is it happening within us? Or could it somehow be… both?In Part 2 of our Placebo Effect series, we are exploring ritual, intention, expectation and belief and asking what the science of the placebo effect might actually teach us about the way we practice witchcraft. Because understanding why something works doesn't necessarily make it any less magical.We've got this! CharleneWitchyWorkWishes.com Hearth & Hen Patreon
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  The Placebo Effect Pt 1 of 2 Episodes 02.09.2026 1h 31min

  What if believing something will help you can actually change what happens inside your body? And what if believing something will hurt you ... can do the same thing?Today on Witchy Work Wishes, we are stepping just outside of our usual witchy circle for a fascinating (open mic) conversation about the placebo effect, the nocebo effect, and the very real connection between expectation, belief, the brain and the body. And I brought Connor back to help me explore it! With his background in psychology, Connor joins me as we look at what science actually knows about the placebo effect, why it happens, what researchers have discovered, how expectation can influence our experiences, and why some placebos can still work even when people know they're taking one. For this episode, we are doing something important ... we are leaving the witchcraft out of it. At least for now. Part 1 is about understanding the science first. Or some of it at least. Because next week, in Part 2, I'm putting my witch's hat firmly back on and asking a much more interesting question ... If belief, expectation and ritual can create measurable changes in the human experience … where does that leave magic?We are not trying to prove that science explains witchcraft or that witchcraft replaces science. We are getting curious. And around here, curiosity is where some of our very best conversations begin!So grab your coffee, your tea and maybe your notebook, and join Connor and me for Part 1 of The Placebo Effect.We've got this!CharleneHearth & Hen WitchyWorkWishes.com Patreon Family
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  Goals - Better Late Than Never 26.08.2026 1h 2min

  There are four months left in 2026. And before you say "ONLY four months?" I want you to try something different. Say, "I still have FOUR months." Because that's actually a pretty good amount of time.This week on Witchy Work Wishes, we are pulling those January goals back out and taking a look at where we are now. Some of them may have grown beautifully. Some may have been completely forgotten. Some might not fit the person you are anymore. And somewhere along the way, life probably handed you a few things you never planned for at all. That's okay. Witches don't walk straight lines. We work in circles, seasons, cycles and spirals. We harvest. We prune. We compost. We save seeds. And when something still matters to us, we begin again.In this episode, we are looking at what you've accomplished, what needs to be released and what you still want to complete before we close the book on 2026. We'll even break those remaining months down and talk about how much can still happen between September and December!So grab your coffee, your tea and your notebook and come join me. You are not too late. The year isn't over. And neither is the magic!We've Got This!CharleneHearth & Hen Witchy Work Wishes Patreon
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  The Walking Witch 19.08.2026 1h

  What if one of the simplest things you do every day could also become one of your most magical practices?In this week's episode of Witchy Work Wishes, we are stepping outside together to explore the ancient art of the Walking Witch. From sacred pilgrimages and winding labyrinths to quiet walks through your own neighborhood, we will discover how every path can become an opportunity for grounding, reflection, healing and magic.We'll talk about the history behind this practice, simple ways to weave intention into your walks, how to notice the signs and messages nature may be offering and why walking has long been a companion to both spiritual seekers and everyday witches.I'll also share a personal story that reminded me that sometimes the greatest adventures aren't found hundreds of miles away ... they are waiting right outside our own front door.So grab a comfortable pair of shoes, leave the distractions behind for a little while and come take a walk with me.We've got this,CharleneHearth & Hen Witchy Work Wishes Patreon
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  Campfire #200 Episode Celebration 12.08.2026 58min

  What if the oldest form of witchcraft wasn't found in a spellbook... What if it began around a campfire?Long before we had podcasts, books, or even written traditions, people gathered around the warmth of a fire to tell stories, pass down wisdom, share laughter, comfort one another and remember who they were.In this special 200th episode of Witchy Work Wishes, we are stepping away from our usual lesson and gathering together around a campfire.We'll reflect on the path we've traveled, the unexpected turns along the way, the lessons that have shaped us, and the magic that has woven itself through the last 200 conversations.Whether you've been listening since the very beginning or you have only recently found our little corner of the woods, this episode is for you! So pour yourself a drink, find a quiet place to listen and pull up a chair beside the fire. There's always room for one more around the campfire!Cheers to #200,CharleneHearth & Hen Patreon Witchy Work Wishes
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  Witch of the Woods 05.08.2026 1h 4min

  What does it really mean to be a Witch of the Woods?It isn't about living deep in the forest or owning a little cabin tucked among the trees. It's about building a relationship with the land... slowing down long enough to notice its rhythms, its seasons, and the amazing lessons it has been offering all along.In this week's episode of Witchy Work Wishes, we are wandering beneath the trees together as we explore woodland magic, forest spirits, practical witchcraft and simple ways to create a deeper connection with nature no matter where you live.We'll also talk about bringing the calm, patience, and quiet wisdom of the forest back into our everyday lives (including the workplace).So grab your favorite drink, lace up your walking shoes and come spend a little time beneath the trees with me.We've got this!CharleneHearth & Hen Witchy Work Wishes Patreon
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  Lughnasadh 2026 29.07.2026 1h 2min

  When you hear the word harvest, what comes to mind?For many of us, it's baskets overflowing with grain, fresh baked bread, gardens ready to gather and the golden warmth of mid summer. But what if Lughnasadh is asking us to harvest something else? What have you grown over the past year? Not just in your garden, but in your confidence, your healing, your relationships, your work and your spirit. In this week's episode, we are celebrating Lughnasadh ... the first harvest of the Wheel of the Year! But instead of focusing only on its history and traditions, we are exploring what it truly means to receive the fruits of our own journey (even when that journey didn't unfold exactly as we planned).We'll talk about the magic of the first harvest, simple ways to celebrate this beautiful sabbat, and how to recognize the abundance that may already be waiting around you.So grab your favorite cup of tea, settle into a comfortable spot, and let's celebrate the first harvest together.Happy Lughnasadh, my friends.Charlene Witchy Work Wishes is available now on Spotify and wherever you enjoy listening to podcasts. Head to the website for all of the goodies too or right over to Patreon to join the family. Links are below.Hearth & Hen Witchy Work Wishes Patreon
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  Winter Witches in Summer 22.07.2026 55min

  Have you ever felt like everyone else comes alive in the summer... but you secretly long for misty mornings, quiet forests, cozy sweaters, and cooler days? Then this week's episode, The Winter Witch in Summer, is just for you!We are exploring what it means to honor your own natural rhythm, even when it doesn't match the season around you. Together we'll talk about finding peace in the shade, embracing slower moments, and remembering that there is no "right" way to move through the Wheel of the Year. We have options!Whether you're soaking up the sunshine or dreaming of autumn, I hope you'll join me for this cozy conversation.We've got this! CharleneHearth & Hen Patreon Witchy Work Wishes
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  Casting A Witch's Circle 15.07.2026 1h 3min

  There is something ancient about gathering in a circle! Long before elaborate rituals and beautifully decorated altars, people gathered around fires, beneath the stars, and inside stone circles to mark the seasons, honor the land, celebrate life's milestones and simply remember that they belonged to something larger than themselves.In this week's episode at Witchy Work Wishes, we are exploring the magic of casting a witch's circle ... and not just how to do it, but why witches have been creating sacred circles for centuries.Together we'll talk about the history and purpose of the magic circle, the four directions and the elements, different ways to cast a circle (there is no "one right way"), when you might want to create sacred space (and when you don't need to) as well as how circles can become powerful containers for healing, spellwork, meditation, shadow work, and celebration. Of course I have a "Business Witch" perspective on creating healthy energetic boundaries in everyday life too. I also share one of my favorite personal rituals... my annual Birthday Circle and why it has become one of the most meaningful practices in my own witchcraft.Whether you've never cast a circle before or you've been practicing for years, I hope this episode reminds you that sacred space isn't about perfection. It begins the moment you step into your intention. So light a candle, pour yourself something warm, get cozy, and come sit beside me for a little while.I'm so grateful you're walking this path with me!We've got this!CharleneHearth & Hen Witchy Work Wishes Patreon
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  Wolves & Witchcraft Pt2 08.07.2026 53min

  Last week we explored wolves from the ground up because before we could understand the symbolism, we first needed to understand the animal itself. We talked about how wolves actually live, the strength of the pack, their intelligence, loyalty, communication, and the lessons we can learn simply by observing nature.This week, I'd love to take the next step.Now that we know the wolf ... and have revisited some of the myths, legends, and fairy tales that have followed them through history, let's explore the wisdom they have to offer. Let's step into the spiritual lessons and the practical ways we can begin working with The Wolf energy in our own lives.Because those stories were never really about wolves at all. They've always been stories about us. About courage, change and leaving behind what is comfortable. They are stories about becoming the people we are meant to be.You'll hear one theme woven throughout today's episode, repeated again and again: The Village (where everything is familiar and comfortable), The Forest (where transformation happens) and The Return Home (where the hero comes back forever changed). As I was preparing this episode, I realized this wasn't just the pattern of ancient stories... it's the pattern of our own lives. And it has helped me make sense of a question I've been asking myself lately: What comes next? How do I move from simply gathering knowledge... to actually living it? Maybe you've been asking yourself that same question. If so, I hope you'll come walk through the forest with me for a little while. We've got this! CharleneHearth & Hen Witchy Work Wishes Patreon
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  Wolves & Witchcraft - Pt 1 01.07.2026 1h 14min

  What is it about wolves that has fascinated us for thousands of years? Is it their loyalty... their intelligence, their haunting calls through the darkness or the way they seem to walk so comfortably between the wild and the wise? This week we are beginning a brand-new two-part series exploring the magic, mythology and symbolism of the wolf.Together we'll journey through wolf folklore and ancient legends, werewolf mythology, Norse traditions, Odin, The Wolf Spirit and what wolves can teach us today along with practical ways to work with wolf energy in your own practice. But perhaps the greatest lesson of all... Knowledge is powerful. Wisdom is what happens when we live it.So pour yourself a cozy cup of coffee or tea, settle in, and join me for the first part of our journey!We've got this!CharleneHearth & Hen Patreon Witchy Work Wishes
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  Poison Plants & Baneful Magic 24.06.2026 1h 31min

  We can study poisonous plants, understand their folklore, and appreciate their role in magical traditions without ever handling them, growing them, ingesting them, or using them in our spellwork. But then, one day, there may come a time and situation where, after careful thought and with a tremendous amount of knowledge, respect, and caution ... a practitioner may choose to work with the symbolism and energy of these plants as part of their magical practice. And this is where many conversations about poisonous plants become a little heated. Because we tend to assume that anything associated with witchcraft must be focused on healing, blessing, attracting, manifesting, or calling things toward us. But that is only part of the story.Today we are stepping into a part of witchcraft that doesn't get talked about nearly as often as moon water, crystals, kitchen magic, or herbal teas.  We are venturing into the shadow garden. Into the stories, folklore, lessons, and symbolism of some of the most mysterious plants in magical history. Plants that inspired fear, respect and found their way into myths, legends, and witchcraft traditions across centuries.  We are exploring what these plants still have to teach us today about power, boundaries, protection, endings, and the wisdom of knowing when something no longer belongs in our lives.So settle in, take a sip of your drink, and join me for today’s episode all about Poisonous Plants and Baneful Magic!We've got this!CharleneHearth & Hen Patreon Witchy Work Wishes
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  Litha & Summer Solstice 2026 17.06.2026 58min

  It's summer!  Litha launches this next phase on our Wheel of the Year and for many witches, the summer solstice is a celebration of abundance, vitality, growth, fertility and fire. Our gardens are flourishing, the days are long and the natural world feels vibrant and alive. Everywhere we look, we can see the results of what has been growing since the first stirrings of spring. But the Summer Solstice is not simply a celebration of light.  It is a lesson about what we do when we reach the height of our own light. What do we do when we have built something? When we have grown and stepped into greater responsibility?  What happens when we are being asked to lead?That is where I want to spend our time together today. Because this year, when I look at Litha, I find myself looking less at the Sun in the sky and more at what that solar energy is trying to teach us. Not just about power or success. But about stewardship, responsibility, confidence, protection, and the sacred masculine energy that helps us build something strong enough to last.We've got this!CharleneHearth & Hen Witchy Work Wishes Patreon
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  The Witch Father 10.06.2026 1h 19min

  My theme today is about fathers, protectors & sacred masculine energy.  Last month we sat together and explored the Maiden, Mother and Crone energy… and some of the feminine archetypes that move through all of us in different seasons of life. As Father’s Day started approaching, I found myself thinking about the other side of that balance. About masculine energy. About fathers, protectors, providers, warriors, guides and elders. About the energies that hold, defend, build and steady us. This episode is about the sacred masculine archetypal energy and the Witch Father energy … the big Solar, external energy that is rising so strongly right now with our Summer Solstice coming up … our big Litha celebration!Instead of trying to have all the answers today, we're simply going to begin.  We are going to start the conversation and I promise I will do my best to make it fluid enough that (hopefully) we all walk away with something. Maybe it's a new perspective. Maybe it's a question you want to sit with a little longer. Or Maybe (like for me) it's a piece of your own story that suddenly makes more sense. Today’s conversation is a refreshed way of thinking about and working with the sun's energy and the masculine side of the spiritual path.  Because just as the moon has wisdom to offer us, so does the sun.  Just as the feminine has lessons to teach us, so does the masculine. And perhaps the real magic isn't found in choosing one over the other, but in learning how they work together inside each of us.We've got this!CharleneHearth & Hen Witchy Work Wishes Patreon
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  Plant & Hedge Witchcraft 03.06.2026 1h 5min

  This week we're stepping into the green world of Plant & Hedge Witchcraft. I think when many people hear these terms, they imagine mysterious practitioners deep in ancient forests, gathering rare herbs beneath the moonlight. And while there is certainly magic there, the truth is often much simpler for most of us. Plant witchcraft begins with relationship. A rosemary plant on the windowsill, a garden bed and a walk through nature.It's about learning to notice the living world around us. And hedge witchcraft? At its heart, it is about crossing thresholds and exploring the spaces between the seen and unseen, the ordinary and the magical and the everyday world and the spirit world.Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or brand new to witchcraft, this episode is an invitation to slow down, step outside, and remember that magic has always been growing around us.To learn more about Witchy Work Wishes just head to the website for all of the goodies and information! And don't forget ... We've got this!CharlenePatreon * Hearth & Hen * Witchy Work Wishes
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  A Witch's Potion Party 27.05.2026 1h 1min

  It's Party Time! We are talking potions this week ... but probably not in the way most people think. Because potion work isn’t just fantasy bottles glowing neon green on a dusty shelf somewhere. Real witchcraft has always lived in the practical, nourishing, everyday things we create with intention. Tea, coffee, herbal infusions, moon water, simmer pots, honey jars, kitchen magic and comfort recipes!This episode is cozy, magical, grounding and feels just like sitting around the fire together in our own party talking about the ways witches have always worked with energy through preparation, care, repetition and nourishment.This is your invitation ... to a Witch's Potion Party! CharleneTo support this podcast please join our Patreon family! The Witchy Work Wishes Website is full of goodies too!
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  Moon Water 20.05.2026 42min

  There is just something magical about leaving a jar beneath the moonlight and knowing the sky touched it with its energy! And if you’re anything like me, you probably have a few jars tucked around your house right now too.  Different moons. Different moments. Different intentions.  And we are really good at collecting it, but we don’t always talk about what happens after.  So today (as promised) we are going to talk about it!  We will break down the whole process.  What moon water actually is, why we collect it, when we collect it and what we can actually do with all of it once it’s sitting on our shelves. We are talking intention, energy, lunar cycles, ritual, everyday witchcraft and all the little ways moon water can become part of our homes, spellwork, self-care, business magic and spiritual practice.So grab your favorite mug of comfort, get cozy, and come sit with me under the moon for this one. Let's make some moon water and work with it in our practices!We've got this!Charlene Hearth & Hen Witchy Work Wishes Patreon
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  Maiden Mother & Crone 13.05.2026 1h 8min

  The Maiden, Mother, and Crone energies always seem to find us exactly when we need them. Maybe it's because these aren’t just ancient archetypes or stages we move through once and leave behind… they’re living energies. Cycles really and pieces of ourselves that rise and soften and return again and again throughout our lives.This week in celebration of Mother's Day, we are sitting together with all three. The beginning. The becoming. The wisdom. The wildness. The nurturing. The grief. The growth. All of the wonderful parts that make up the Maiden, the Mother & the Crone. The parts of ourselves that are still dreaming, the parts carrying the weight of responsibility and the parts that finally know how to sit still long enough to hear our own intuition clearly.I loved recording this one so much. It felt very personal and reflective! Deeply connected to the cycles we all move through as witches, creators, caretakers, business owners, managers, employees and human beings just trying to figure it all out as we go.And if you are curious about the new live gathering circle coming later this month, click the website link below to read all about it! Happy Mother's Day!CharleneHearth & Hen Witchy Work Wishes Patreon
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  Integration Magic 06.05.2026 42min

  We did the thing. We showed up for the Fire Sabbat… we lit the candles, called in the energy, celebrated, maybe even pushed ourselves a little outside our comfort zone… and now? Now we are sitting in the after space. In this episode, we are talking about something that doesn’t always get as much attention but is just as important as the celebration itself: Integration Magic. Because high-energy Sabbats like Beltane don’t just come and go. They shift things. They open doors. They stir emotions, ideas, desires, and sometimes even a little chaos. We worked with fire after all! And if we don’t take the time to integrate that energy, it can feel overwhelming, scattered, or just… incomplete. So today, we slow it down.We talk about what it means to come back to ourselves after the fire, how to gently process what moved through us and how to take all that beautiful, expansive energy and actually weave it into our everyday lives (our routines, our work, our relationships and the things we are building). This is the part where the magic sticks.So if you’re feeling a little tired, a little reflective or like you’re not quite sure what comes next… you are exactly where you’re supposed to be!We've got this!CharleneHearth & Hen Witchy Work Wishes Patreon