Some help

[Escaflowne]

hey Im a newbie but not fully wickan yet I've read a few books but am held back by my parents christin belifes, since Im only 15 theres nothing I can do about that but was trying to figure out if I should go againts my parents and become wickan or obey them. Also does anyone know where I can find some books about magik online?

[WtchyChick13]

Welcome! You may want to go to the New Pagans forum here at MW. I'm sure that they will be able to answer all sorts of questions for you there.

Also, we have a wonderful Books forum here as well. You can get some ideas of different titles and authors there that will help you on your path.

I hope you find what you are looking for and remember, we are always available for questions! :)

[Witchy Cowgirl]

Just my opinon but no, you should not go against your parents. They are after all your parents. It is their job to protect and care for you. It is sad to say but untrustworthy people are everywhere. Sometimes even adults can't spot bad people and fall into traps. They are just trying to do their job. If they've ask you not to become involved, the bide your time till your legal.

;)


If it's just a matter of clashing beliefs.....then research as much as they are willing to allow. But keep them informed as to what is going on with you. Don't withdraw from them. If they are open minded share books with them.

By the way......WELCOME!

[Myst]

It's actually "Wiccan" and "Wicca", you can find info in New Pagans and if you search Google (http://google.com) you'll find lots of Pagan and Wiccan sites.

This site is one many people like - http://www.witchvox.com/xbasics.html - but you can find many, many others. Here at MysticWicks even we have a wealth of information.

[Faery-Wings]

Hi there and welcome to MW.

As a parent (and not a fuddy duddy one either ;)), I'd say do not go against your parents. You want them to respect you, I am sure. So in turn, you must respect them and their rules. Have you talked to them about being Wiccan? Drop some information into casual conversation to let them know what the religion is about. let them know that it isn't Satan worshipping (not that that is bad) or baby sacrificing (yes, this one is bad :D).

See if they mind you reading books about Wicca. You can also pray to the Gods and Goddesses you believe in. They cannot take away what is in your mind.

I know that there are threads here, probably in New Pagans, about being a minor and Wiccan.

Good luck to you on your journey.

[materra]

Howdy :wave: Once you know more info and have reached a place where you are your own person....then use your skills to become wiccan or pagan if that is your path.

Your parents are doing their job. Read and explore, go to church, go to school, it will not harm you. Grow and learn in a safe way. Learn patience and maturity. You need these skills to become whatever you wish. This is the time to learn your choices. :)

[Witchy Cowgirl]

Good Advise Materra

[Cait]

I agree with what everyone else has said - it's always a good idea to respect your parents' rules and beliefs. That said, there is some middle ground - it should be possible to follow and explore your own beliefs without blatantly defying and antagonising your parents, or putting yourself in any danger. As chryssi1 said, no-one can take away what is in your mind, so you will always be able to pray to your own deities and honour them in your own way... Another major facet of Wicca is to observe and honour the world around you, and to be aware of the changing seasons, and I'm sure nobody could object to that.

As to reading matter online, I'll second Myst's recommendation for witchvox, and I'd also recommend ukpagan.com (http://ukpagan.com) and ecauldron (http://ecauldron.com).

[Escaflowne]

hey thnx for the advise everyone

[flar7]

I would have to recommend having a serious discussion with
your parents about your beliefs. Tell the truth. Then see how
they feel. You will believe what you believe, and no one can stop
you on that. But as for open practice? Wait till your old enough
(18?) or have parents permission.

Also on the old enough thing. If you are 18 but still living with
parents(very common) then you must still respect their rules and
follow them, lest ye end up on the streeteth!;)


and btw. Welcometh! Pull up a chair and cast a sit spell on it!

[Silver_Alhena]

Good advice everyone!

Bide your time...
Your parents may see this as a 'passing phase' and I'm sure you can appreciate that teenagers go through fads. After all, just think about what dominated your interests a year ago, and see how that's changed in such a short time (favourite band, clothes/hairstyle/look or career choice for examples?)
I think I can talk for most people when I say that the paths, practices and beliefs we observe now have changed somewhat since starting out.

Please do not bring anything into your parents' house, or do anything that would purposely offend their beliefs.
Just as you do not have to be in church every Sunday to be a Christian, you do not have to own Pagan items or an altar to observe your practices.