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Mara Starling, a Welsh witch and author, shares the magic and lore of her culture while exploring how voice, breath, and relationship with the landscape form the foundation of her practice.
• The Welsh language has multiple terms for magical practitioners beyond just "witch," including suin raig (one familiar with enchantment) and gwyddan (one familiar with trees)
• Welsh magical tradition is deeply connected to bardic practices, where poetry and song function as powerful magical tools
• The concept of "awen" – divine poetic inspiration that flows from the otherworld – can be accessed through singing
• Living in accordance with "the wisdom of the forest" means building diverse, supportive communities that mirror how trees protect and communicate with each other
• Witchcraft is inherently "queer" in the sense of being transgressive and existing beyond normative boundaries
• The voice is a powerful magical tool – singing incantations with full power rather than mumbling them shows devotion and connects to ancient practices
• Building community begins with simple gatherings that grow organically, but must include clear boundaries against harmful behavior
• Much magical knowledge can be found through conversations with community elders rather than just books or formal instruction
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