Walk your talk my witches. Live your magic.
I have been guilty of not living my magic. I have a lot of tools but sometimes I find myself not using them. I love the idea of ritual work but I'm lazy about planning one out. If I do fire up a candle and compose an intention, it is often done in a moment of inspiration or desperation; the spirit hits and it feels right. If I have to plan and schedule it on a day that the moon is in appropriate planet and phase, honestly, my magical workings won't get done. I have to have the energy and passion for it. And for me it can come out of the blue. Some of my best magic has been in a fit of frustration where my passions were running high and I needed results fast!
There are magical practitioners that like to police the craft and I understand where they are coming from. But times change. Many of us do not have the patience, time or energy to practice the way our ancestors did. Our relationships with the Spiritual Realm and our God/Goddess is none of anyone else's business. Listen to what others have to say, but ultimately it is up to you. Trust your higher self and inner knowing.
I encourage everyone to do your magic consistently, especially when you are going through rough times. Use the knowledge you have acquired through your studies to make things happen. Please don't disregard your spiritual insight and knowledge during difficult times and suffer needlessly. Magic is a tool for change. Pull those magical gems out of your spiritual pantry and use them! Bring the magic into the ordinary.
Here are some simple suggestions. If they resonate with you, make them your own and use them. If not, find what works for you. You will know by how you feel. Does it feel right? Great! If not, explore what calls and inspires you.
Your spirituality shouldn't feel like another burden that you avoid or procrastinate on because you aren't feeling a connection with it. Do those things that resonate with you, your personality and your heart felt beliefs.
May your magic be Successful and bring happiness to you and those you love.