Empower yourself by connecting to the five elements through meditation, breathwork, tarot, crystals, rituals, and journaling
Gabriela Herstik is the author of the Ask a Witch column on Nylon and the High Priestess column for High Times magazine and writes for sites like Allure, Broadly, i-D, Dazed, and others. She is based in Los Angeles.
"Gabriela has once again cast a powerful resource for both new and
seasoned practitioners. This book is written in elegant prose
through her own specialized wisdom, in a way that blends both
elements of self-empowerment and magick into one cohesive guide. I
so appreciate the unique detail and love that Gabriela has infused
into each and every page. A rare and precious gift to add to any
library."-Danielle Noel, creator of the Starchild and
Moonchild Tarot decks
"Bewitching the Elements is next level magick brought down
to earth in the most modern, practical way. Full of rituals,
meditations, tarot, astrological insights, and more, this
beautifully written book will help the reader learn how to craft a
personal practice that empowers. Both old and new generations of
practitioners will find something valuable in the pages of this
book. Gabriela Herstik never ceases to amaze me with her knowledge.
I'm looking at the elements in a whole new way!"-Theresa
Reed, author of Astrology For Real Life: A No B.S. Guide for
the Astro-Curious
"Fun, glamorous, informative, and... friendly! Reading
Bewitching the Elements is like sitting in the living room
of your magical bestie, sipping rose and cardamom tea, invoking the
Goddess, anointing candles, and pulling cards to call in your dream
life. Somehow, Herstik managed to create a comprehensive book,
tool-kit and how to, that is as downright helpful as it is
pleasurable to read. For all you burgeoning witches that have been
looking for a partner in your practice, get this book, because Gaby
Herstik is your new best friend. Grab your broomsticks, your
lipstick, and your wand because this book is taking you on the
wildest, most joyful moonlight adventure that you could
imagine."-Amanda Yates Garcia, author of Initiated:
Memoir of a Witch; host of Between the Worlds
"An engaging and informative journey into your own soul.
It will help any new or veteran magic seeker to foster a
relationship with the elementals."-Leanne Marrama, co-author
of Reading the Leaves: An Intuitive Guide to the Ancient Art and
Modern Magic of Tea Leaf Divination
"When I was a baby witch, the four elements confused me. How do I
incorporate earth, air, fire, and water into my spellwork and
altar? What the hex does calling the four corners mean? I wish I
had a book as lovely, informative, and stylish as Bewitching the
Elements to guide me, and now I do! Whether you're looking for
glamorous new ways to enhance your practice or a thorough and
sensuous guide to get you started, this book is for you."-Sophie
Saint Thomas, witch and author of Finding Your Higher Self:
Your Guide to Cannabis for Self-Care
"Bewitching the Elements is overflowing with
magical offerings that harness earth, air, fire, water, and spirit
to conjure strength and self-love, or confront challenges and
trauma. Through reverential yet playful prose, Gabriela Herstik
reveals rituals, practices, and correspondences that are accessible
for beginners, yet rich enough to explore for those with years of
experience. Herstik is both a teacher and a seeker. Her witchcraft
is so inspiring not because she has all the answers, but because
she makes space for readers to cultivate the curiosity and
self-awareness necessary to uncover what magical practice makes the
most sense for them. A beautiful, (third) eye-opening guide to the
elemental path of self-discovery."-Kristen Sollee, author of
Witches, Sluts, Feminists: Conjuring the Sex Positive and
Cat Call: Reclaiming the Feral Feline
"Gabriela Herstik has an energy about her that simply lures the
soul to her work, and for great reason! It enchants your senses,
adorns your hearts, and wakes the goddess from within your core.
This book is an embodiment of all and more. Her take on the
elements and how to connect to them, work with them, will elevate
your practice to an entirely new heights. Bewitching the
Elements is full of practical, much needed information that
every witch should have." -Juliet Diaz, author of
Witchery: Embrace the Witch Within
"Bewitching the Elements will enchant you into falling in
love with yourself, the universe, and your own divine sacred spark
that is interwoven into the greater cosmic web of all that is
eternal, infinite, and limitless. Herstik's endless well of
knowledge and wisdom is thoroughly comprehensive, utterly
accessible to witches of all experiences, and deeply
inspiring."-Yumi Sakugawa, author of The Little Book of
Life Hacks: How to Make Your Life Happier, Healthier, and More
Beautiful
"Gabriela Herstik's approach to magickal work is never elusive or
intimidating, but warm and welcoming to any would-be witch who
feels a call to the craft. In Bewitching the Elements, she
teaches you the wondrous ways in which you can honor and connect
with our sacred elements, so you, too, can tap into your own
natural, witchy potential."-Marie Lodi, journalist,
witch
"Bewitching the Elements is a must-read for anyone wanting to
explore or deepen their relationship with elemental magick.
Gabriela Herstik masterfully weaves together astrology, tantra,
crystal magick, energetics (and more!) to create a comprehensive
resource for the aspiring metaphysical practitioner. She creates a
strong foundation by beginning the book with the grounded energy of
Earth and intentionally builds each subsequent chapter from that
rooted place. The care with which she selects each tradition and
technique explicated in these pages shows a thorough understanding
of her craft. It is a practical and inspiring guide for all who
seek to work in partnership with the energy of
manifestation."-Ashley Manta, High Priestess of Pleasure and
creator of CannaSexual (R)
"Gabriela has an ability to make the esoteric accessible,
inclusive, and fun, is this book is all those things."-Jerico
Mandybur, author of Neo Tarot and Daily
Oracle
"Gabriela introduces a whole new generation to the essentials of
using the elements to manifest their desires and improve their
lives. If you've been looking for an entry point into the world of
witchcraft, you'll find it between these covers."-Damien
Echols, author of High Magick: A Guide to the Spiritual
Practices That Saved My Life on Death Row
"When it comes to modern day witchcraft, there are charlatans and
there are witches. Herstik is a witch. Her approachable style to
the craft gives every human a chance at mastering the elements.
This is a must read for all lovers of the occult."-Gigi
Engle, certified Sexologist, author of All the F*cking
Mistakes
"Gabriela Herstik unites the historical traditions of spellwork,
magick, and witchcraft with glorious practicality and accessibility
in Bewitching the Elements. When you read her book, you will
discover why Gabriela is at the forefront of today's renaissance in
witchery: she is ethical, audacious, magickal, and empowering. So
is this book."-Mitch Horowitz, PEN Award-winning author of
Occult America and The Miracle Club
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