Joining a magickal group... Any tips?

Hi, hello and merry meet. I am considering studying with a mgickal group or at least trying to get to know them and what I was wondering is if anyone had any tips for what kinds of things to espect. Maybe if people wanted to share thier experiences with magickal groups I would like to hear them. I don't know too much about the ones I'm talking to, but I think we have alot in common as far as interests go, but I've never joined any type of group before. Any help or opinions would be very nice if you have time. I hope you all have a blessed day and thank you.

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Permalink Reply by Robert Chapman on April 29, 2009 at 2:21pm: What do you mean by magickal? If it's wiccan, then Id suggest hanging out with them a bit to see what sort of spiritual vibes you get from them. If there's no spirituality, then, well, it's kinda pointless.

Im not sure what you mean by magickal though.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Azraelwitch on April 29, 2009 at 2:34pm: Sorry, they are interested in Gardnerian wicca, hermeticism and santeria, vodou. I am, too. Thanks.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Chirotus Infinitum on April 29, 2009 at 2:26pm: Three tips:
1) Banish often
2) Don't sleep with anyone in the group (unless you already are, and you're keeping it that way)
3) Don't feel you have to do anything you don't want to, including helping others with something.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Azraelwitch on April 29, 2009 at 2:35pm: I don't think I'll be wanting to sleep with any of them. I think I much prefer study... Hehehe:) You're right about that.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Lady Eva Michenet on April 29, 2009 at 2:27pm: Pay attention to the leader/s to see if they are being overbearing, too authoritarian, etc. If they are charging a fee to teach you or to be part of the group, is the fee excessive? What is the money for? How is accounting handled? Talk to other members and get their feedback on what it's like to be part of that group. Are they getting what they are looking for by being part of the group? Or is everyone there to serve the leader/s? Better yeat, what are you looking for and what do you expect to get from being part of the group? If you join and then decide to leave for whatever reason, do they have a problem with that? If so, why?; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Azraelwitch on April 29, 2009 at 2:33pm: I want to learn and study with other people. We haven't really had the money discussion yet. They seem to be very nice . They are busy people. i wouldn't mind being a busy person. When I get home I will try to write your suggesstions down and see what happens. I am not home, though. I am on a borrowed computer so if there is a delay in my response time, I apologize. I also want to thank you and the others, too. ANy and all opinions are welcome.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Lady Eva Michenet on April 30, 2009 at 7:31pm: You're certainly welcome, and best of luck with the group! :); ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Azraelwitch on April 29, 2009 at 3:51pm: Neat_o. Thanks for the link. I have seen this in print because I like his books, (isaac Bonewits) but I do not own a copy of said book... I didn't know there was a neopagan net.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Mystic Witch on April 29, 2009 at 2:33pm: 1) see if they are on the same common ground such as path
2) meet them in a public place to talk about their beliefs and policies and ask questions. If they will not or can't answer them maybe they are not for you.
3) see if they will let you observe a ritual or an event as a guest
4)go with your gut and you do not have to do anything unless you want if they pressure you for anything sex or money run!!
5) Some groups do charge a fee make sure you know what the fee is for dues? or supplies or what? If they are vague than again do not deal with them.
6) talk with members of the group and see how they feel
7) do the leaders have the groups best interest at heart? or are they just in it for a power trip?
make sure whatever you do that you are comfortable

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Permalink Reply by Azraelwitch on April 29, 2009 at 2:41pm: Thank you very much.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Azraelwitch on May 1, 2009 at 2:54pm: I missed Robert's comment altogether some how... I think I accidently deleted the link so I never got to hear what else he had to say about it.I would actually want to know wha twas said. I oopsed.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by thymekeeper-aka-Debbi on April 29, 2009 at 3:26pm: I was invited to join a coven ritual this coming Sunday. I have never practiced with anyone outside of my family and a few very close friends. I have asked if I could just observe because they probably go about rituals differently than I do. I was told that I could observe and if I felt comfortable I could join the circle at any time, or just be bystander. They made me feel welcomed and for me that was the most important thing.; ▶ Reply to This