The world feels heavy right now, and for many modern witches, empaths, and spiritual women, the energy shift following recent events has been overwhelming. The thought of what lies ahead—the loss of rights, the rise of extremist policies, and the blatant disregard for women, non-Christians, and marginalized communities—can feel suffocating.

But as witches, we are not powerless. We know that energy is everything, and learning how to shield, ground, and transmute the negativity around us is essential for survival. If you’re feeling drained, anxious, or on the edge of burnout, it’s time to step back and realign.

Here are some powerful ways to protect your energy, stay grounded, and maintain your magickal practice even in the midst of political and social chaos.

Protect Your Energy: Curate, Cleanse, and Shield

Social Media Detox & Digital Banishing

Social media is a double-edged sword—it connects us, yet it also bombards us with fear, outrage, and misinformation. Doomscrolling is an energy vampire, draining your focus and raising your anxiety. Protect yourself by:

🔮 Curating your feed – Unfollow, mute, or block accounts that fuel fear, anger, or hopelessness. Instead, follow spiritual creators, astrology pages, herbalists, and feminist witches who empower and uplift.
🔮 Uninstalling toxic apps – If you find yourself compulsively checking Twitter (or X), Facebook, or Reddit, consider removing them from your phone. This forces you to be more intentional about when and why you engage.
🔮 Using sigil magick – Draw a sigil for “peaceful energy” on your phone screen with essential oil before opening an app. It’s a small yet effective way to infuse your tech with protective energy.

Choose Your News Wisely: Observe, Don’t Absorb

Yes, it’s important to stay informed—but not at the cost of your well-being. News is designed to provoke emotional reactions, and excessive consumption can leave you feeling helpless. Instead:

🌿 Limit news exposure – Set a specific time each day to check headlines from trusted sources, then disengage.
🌿 Use energy protection techniques – Before reading news updates, imagine a golden shield of light around you. This will help you absorb facts without absorbing fear.
🌿 Seek alternative sources – Witchy news podcasts, feminist bloggers, and astrology reports can help you stay aware without sinking into despair.

Reclaim Your Magick: Spiritual Practices for Resilience

Magickal Podcasts for Mental Escape

One of the best ways to shift your energy is to focus on learning. Witchcraft is an evolving practice, and deepening your knowledge can help you feel empowered.

🎙️ Try astrology deep dives – If the world feels unpredictable, astrology can provide insight into upcoming energy shifts. The Astrology Podcast by Chris Brennan is an excellent place to start.
🎙️ Explore witchcraft history – The Witch Wave and That Witch Life Podcast discuss spells, history, and interviews with powerful modern witches.

Grounding Practices for Everyday Magick

🌱 Start Your Day with the Sun

Witches know that nature is a source of renewal. Beginning your morning outside—even for a few minutes—can help you reset your energy before the world’s chaos seeps in.

☀️ Try a sunrise ritual – Step outside, breathe deeply, and visualize the golden light of the rising sun filling your body with warmth and strength.
☀️ Go barefoot – Walking on grass, dirt, or sand (earthing) recharges your body with grounding energy.
☀️ Leave your phone behind – Instead of doomscrolling, start the day with silence, movement, or gratitude.

🌿 Hobbies & Crafting: Spellwork for the Soul

Engaging in creative hobbies is a form of everyday magick. Whether it’s sewing, gardening, painting, or crafting ritual tools, these practices help redirect anxious energy into something productive.

🪡 Stitch with intention – If you sew, charge your fabric with protective sigils.
🪴 Plant a protection herb garden – Grow rosemary, sage, lavender, or mugwort to strengthen your magickal defenses.
🕯️ Make spell jars – Layer herbs, crystals, and affirmations inside a small jar for protection, confidence, or peace.

📖 Witchy Reading Rituals

How many witchcraft books have you bought vs. how many have you read? (Be honest!) It’s time to turn those dusty books into a powerful spiritual resource.

📚 Tea & Tarot Nights – Set aside one evening a week to read a book on witchcraft, tarot, or energy healing.
📚 Create a grimoire – Take notes on spells, lunar phases, and rituals as you read.
📚 Read feminist witch books – "Witch" by Lisa Lister, "Hexing the Patriarchy" by Ariel Gore, and "Revolutionary Witchcraft" by Sarah Lyons are excellent for politically active witches.

Rest & Replenish: Evening Rituals for Recovery

🌙 Moonlit Self-Care & Energy Reset

Nighttime is sacred for witches. As the world quiets, it’s the perfect time to release negativity, recharge, and reset your energetic field.

🛁 Take a ritual bath – Add Himalayan salt, lavender, and rosemary to your bath for purification and energy cleansing.
🕯️ Do a fire release spell – Write down your fears, burn them in a fireproof dish, and scatter the ashes outside.
📜 Journal with intention – Release frustration onto paper, then write down one thing you’re grateful for. Gratitude is an act of magick.

Final Words: You Are a Powerful Witch

The world may be in turmoil, but remember: witches have always survived. We have been persecuted, silenced, and dismissed—but we are still here.

Your magick, your energy, and your resilience matter. Protect them fiercely. Stay grounded, stay informed, and most importantly—stay witchy.