So I thought I’d put this out here, just because I’m seeing a lot of the ages of the witches here on tumblr and some of the discomfort in chatting with people where there’s a significant age gap. I totally get it, it can be weird to talk to people older than you and feel uncomfortable, so here’s my little announcement–
I’m 27. As I learn more about witchcraft I realize that I’ve probably BEEN a witch for years, but I only just formally started to recognize and practice, so I consider myself to be a baby/newbie in the community. And there are young teenagers here who are more informed, more practiced, and more polished than me. It’s weird, but it’s nice to so really informed adolescents and young adults?
But as a warning, please note I’m significantly older than a good deal of you. :’D If that makes you uncomfortable, please feel free to unfollow. (Always feel free to unfollow, but especially in this case.) It’s cool.
That said, where my older witches at?
Old tech witch, but not old in the craft of hedging.
I’m 35, been learning magic all my life, but witchcraft specifically since about 21.
I think you’re onto something here. While I always advocate comfortability above all else, there’s something to be said about not boxing yourself in with certain age groups.
For example, my circle ranges a decade between its youngest member (me, also the leader) and its oldest. Almost two decades if you count Novices. Even thought we’re teaching the Novices, I find I learn so much more from them than I anticipated. Sometimes they ask questions I’d never thought of asking myself, and it makes me analyse my craft in a way I hadn’t before.
Differences in age, level of knowledge, life experience, race, gender, sexuality, all of it – these differences foster growth when nurtured in a positive, open environment.
If you feel more comfortable with your age group, by all means, do what makes you feel safe. But, if you feel as though you’re able to take even a small step outside of your comfort zone, consider making friends with someone in a different age range. Experience something new. Learn. Grow.
By the way, also 27!
Also 27 and only really picked up my craft 2 or 3 years ago. While I know a lot from years of reading and learning when I didn’t consider myself a witch I’m still learning and growing everyday.
I also agree that if my age makes you feel uncomfortable, please feel free to unfollow! I wouldn’t want anyone to feel uncomfortable talking to me and I’d totally understand.
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