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All about Wren - who has written 13 posts on Erin's Journal.
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Neo-Pagans and Self Actualization
(Note from Daven: This is an outstanding article, and I think everyone should read this. As I say in the next part, When I first read it, I got chills. You can find Wren’s site at http://www.witchvox.com on the net. Check them out, The Witch’s Voice is one of the most important sites on the net, and a real boon for those of us in the Craft. This article is used by permission.)
Neo-Pagans and Self Actualization
(February, 21st., 1999)
-by Wren Walker
College students and business managers are familiar with the works of Abraham Harold Maslow. Psychology professors often include Maslow in their classroom course of study for the same reason that corporate trainers may implant some of his material buried within their orientation or management skills workshops. Maslow had an interesting theory.
Building A Pyramid
Articles from The Witches’ Voice
Okay, this is where I wind up admitting to theft. Although you don’t get to get upset.
I asked Fritz Jung for permission to reprint these articles here, and he kindly gave me that permission, after clearing it with Wren Walker. These are articles that I feel should be shared far and wide, either because they make sense or because they are necessary as assets in this community.
Things like what makes a good teacher, a frequently asked questions document (that I should really write, but don’t have the time to), what the real basics of the Craft are, broken down in simple terms, and so on.
Teachers of the Craft (Part #6)
(Note from Daven: This is copyright Wren Walker and The Witches’ Voice. It is reprinted here by permission. Don’t take it or you will have Karma kick you in the butt.)
Teachers of the Craft (Part #6)
Lecturing Do’s and Don’ts
by Wren Walker
Many people are investigating the religions of Witchcraft, Wicca and other Neo-Pagan Paths today. There are many books and reference materials available, yet after some self study, there are some folks who would like to meet and perhaps work with a physical teacher. This can be a rewarding learning experience – or it could turn out to be your worst nightmare…
You’ve Been Asked To Present A Lecture Or Talk On Paganism:
Yes, You CAN Do It!
The key is to be prepared. You can use the teacher’s lesson plan outline to help you to organize your thoughts and materials. Do this at least one week before the event. Make all revisions and additions in the next few days and spend the remaining time practicing your talk.
Teachers of the Craft (Part #1)
(Note from Daven: Once again, I got this from The Witches’ Voice. This is a wonderful resource and I encourage you all to read all these articles, and to visit the Witches’ Voice and read the resources there. This is a specific series on Teachers and the Craft.)
Teachers of the Craft (Part #1)
Neo-Pagans and Self Actualization – Part I
by Wren Walker
Many people are investigating the religions of Witchcraft, Wicca and other Neo-Pagan Paths today. There are many books and reference materials available, yet after some self study, there are some folks who would like to meet and perhaps work with a physical teacher. This can be a rewarding learning experience – or it could turn out to be your worst nightmare…
The Many Ways to Pass along the Knowledge…
Witchcraft 101: Integrity… Making that choice! (part #4)
(Note from Daven: Okay, this is the last in THIS series, but there is a whole lot more on The Witches’ Voice. I encourage you all to go out there and to look at their site. So, what are you still doing here?)
Witchcraft 101: Integrity… Making that choice! (part #4)
by Wren Walker
Since its inception, the Witches’ Voice, has been barraged with email asking the simple question… “How do I become a Witch”? Although, it has never been the mission of the Witches’ Voice to actually teach Witchcraft we find ourselves constantly shocked at the aweful responses the Teenage Witch or new seeker receives from many that “claim” themselves “elders” of the craft. For this we apologize. We will never preach or claim to “have the answer”. There are indeed many paths and many ways, it is our goal to give you the tools to get started and what to look out for.
Teachers of the Craft (Part #3)
(Note from Daven: Once again, I got this from The Witches’ Voice and advise you to read it. I hope more and more of the teachers read this as well. It’s pretty important to us all. I have reprinted this with permission.)
Teachers of the Craft (Part #3)
Personalities-We All Got One!
by Wren Walker
Many people are investigating the religions of Witchcraft, Wicca and other Neo-Pagan Paths today. There are many books and reference materials available, yet after some self study, there are some folks who would like to meet and perhaps work with a physical teacher. This can be a rewarding learning experience – or it could turn out to be your worst nightmare…
Neo-Pagans and Self Actualization – Part II
(Note from Daven: This article should be self explanatory, it’s something that we all need to look at. When I first read it, I got chills. This is part 2 of this excellent series, and I think it’s something every Pagan and Wiccan should read at least once. This is used by permission of the author. You can find their site at http://www.witchvox.com)
Neo-Pagans and Self Actualization – Part II
by Wren Walker (1/10/2000)
The Road To Self Actualization Is Not A Free Ride!
A.H. Maslow began his work entitled, “Religions, Values and Peak Experiences,” with-of all things-his thoughts on the Supreme Court ruling that eliminated mandatory prayers in the public schools. His was not a treatise on the Constitution nor specifically on the idea of the separation of church and state. Maslow, as a psychologist, was more interested in the reactions of people and how they viewed this particular event. Vocal opponents of the school prayer decision decried the ‘removal’ of God from the classrooms and what they saw as the beginning of the second fall of Mankind into some sort of ‘anything goes’ immorality or ‘valueless’ society.
Teachers of the Craft (Part #5)
(Note from Daven: Okay, here we are again. This is from The Witches’ Voice and is used here by permission. Don’t think I would steal it.)
Teachers of the Craft (Part #5)
Getting Organized: Develop A Lesson Plan
by Wren Walker
Many people are investigating the religions of Witchcraft, Wicca and other Neo-Pagan Paths today. There are many books and reference materials available, yet after some self study, there are some folks who would like to meet and perhaps work with a physical teacher. This can be a rewarding learning experience – or it could turn out to be your worst nightmare…
Remember your favorite teacher? The one whose class was always interesting and the time seemed to fly by? You also probably got a decent grade in this class. Why?
Teachers of the Craft (Part #4)
(Note from Daven: Here we are again, another page from The Witches’ Voice. I’m reproducing them here to get a wider distribution of these works. Wren did a kick-ass job making these articles and I think that everyone should read them.
Teachers of the Craft (Part #4)
Teachers and Magical Ethics
by Wren Walker
Many people are investigating the religions of Witchcraft, Wicca and other Neo-Pagan Paths today. There are many books and reference materials available, yet after some self study, there are some folks who would like to meet and perhaps work with a physical teacher. This can be a rewarding learning experience – or it could turn out to be your worst nightmare…
There you are. You have a class/workshop/teaching group. The students are seated and waiting for you to begin. As a responsible Teacher, you have some sort of class outline that you will follow. Hopefully, you plan to touch on the subject of ethical standards in the Craft. Here are some thoughts on how- and why- to incorporate the topic into your teaching materials.
Teachers of the Craft (Part #2)
(Note from Daven: Once again, this series is from The Witches’ Voice and I think it’s one of the best ones out there. I have read this several times, and I can’t find anything to criticize. I have their permission to reprint these there.)
Teachers of the Craft (Part #2)
Minors and the Craft — Guidelines For Teachers And Students
by Wren Walker
Many people are investigating the religions of Witchcraft, Wicca and other Neo-Pagan Paths today. There are many books and reference materials available, yet after some self study, there are some folks who would like to meet and perhaps work with a physical teacher. This can be a rewarding learning experience – or it could turn out to be your worst nightmare…
There is much concern-and rightfully so!- about the legal issues surrounding the acceptance of minor students into a Craft training or teaching program. Here are some points to ponder as aids to both teachers and the minor students who may wish to study Witchcraft.
