Am I too old to begin my journey into the Craft?
I am thirty-four years old. I have a wonderful woman, four great kids, and a job I like ( mostly). Since I was a kid, I have held a fascination for Magick and Witchcraft, reading and absorbing all I could on the subject. However, being raised in a pretty fanatical Christian household, my resources were always extremely limited, as all reading material was restricted and monitored, and smart phones and the Internet as we now know it did not exist (wait…WHAT???). I have never really fit in anywhere or with any social groups; I have been informed I'm a strange guy, as there aren't many "Magic: The Gathering" players, avid readers, or Magick practitioners on most construction sites. I've recently began extensively pursuing my interest in all paths of the Craft, and have begun actively practicing the Arts. I've found it quiets my mind, relaxes my body, and brings me much enjoyment, and I have seen results. My question, however, is this: am I too old to be just a beginner? I know many start out at a much younger age, and some spend a lifetime at study of the Magick arts. Am I wasting my time on "silly pursuits"?
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I feel compelled to revise: I, personally do not consider Magick a "silly pursuit", but most circles of "grown folk" might think it so…and perhaps some much younger practitioners? All I know is that, when I am performing a card reading or a ritual to cast a spell, I feel at home…something that has been a rare occurrence for me.
No. Many of my students are much older than me and I'm in my fourties. Books that I recommend for beginners include You are Psychic, which isn't about Witchcraft but teaches many basic skills that most books on Witchcraft simply don't and and Grimoire for the Apprentice Wizard which is written for the younger set and is Harry Potter themed, BUT gives a brief overview of many topics to help a beginner get an idea of what's out there and maybe land on what they'd like to focus on first. I have found the first book in my local library, and you may too.
Definitely not! You can never be too old for the craft to call you.
Also, I'm glad to hear that your craft brings you peace and happiness. It definitely sounds like you have a gift and there is nothing to stop you from pursuing it further.
Best of luck!
Is your pursuit of Magick and Witchcraft interfering with your family life or causing concerns for your spouse? You place yourself as the odd man out in the work place and say you have found 1st sense of peace and home with the craft. But you also say you have a happy marriage and family. (?) If the notion that this is a silly waste of your time is coming from your life partner, a serious discussion is needed. While it may not be possible for both of you to follow the same spiritual path, I hope you can ease concerns and achieve a mutual respect for each other. I may be way off but this is what I sensed in between the words.