What Kind of Witch Am I?

Finding Your Footing at the Start of the Path

So, you’ve felt the spark. You’ve realized that the universe is a bit more “vibrational” than your high school physics teacher let on, and you’re ready to dive into the Craft. But then you hit the internet, and suddenly you’re bombarded with labels: Green Witch, Sea Witch, Chaos Witch, Kitchen Witch… It feels like trying to pick a major on the first day of kindergarten.

At Pagan Essentials, we get it. The pressure to “label yourself” can feel like gatekeeping, but it’s actually meant to be a map. If you’re asking yourself, “What kind of witch am I?”—relax. You aren’t choosing a permanent identity; you’re just choosing a starting point.

The Secret About “Types” of Witches

Before we dive in, here is a truth most “Witch-Tok” influencers won’t tell you:Most seasoned practitioners are “Eclectic.” This means they take a little bit from here and a little bit from there.

You don’t need to sign a contract staying you’ll only ever use herbs and never touch a tarot card.The “type” of witch you are usually just describes where you find your power.

Common Paths: Which One “Clicks”?

Take a look at these common archetypes. Does one of these sound like your typical Saturday afternoon?

Path	Primary “Tool”	The Vibe
Green Witch	Plants, Soil, Herbs	You have 42 houseplants and feel most “recharged” in the woods.
Kitchen Witch	Food, Hearth, Home	You stir intentions into your soup and find magic in the mundane act of feeding people.
Cosmic Witch	Astrology, Moon, Stars	You know exactly when Mercury is in Retrograde and your mood follows the lunar cycle.
Hedge Witch	Astral Travel, Spirits	You’re interested in the “in-between” spaces—meditation, dream work, and thin veils.
Secular Witch	Psychology, Self	You don’t necessarily believe in deities; you use ritual as a way to “reprogram” your own subconscious.
Sea Witch	Water, Shells, Tides	You feel a magnetic pull to the ocean and use water as your primary cleansing element.

3 Questions to Help You Decide

If none of the above jumped out at you, ask yourself these three diagnostic questions to narrow it down:

1. Where do you go when you need to vent?

The Woods/Park: Look into Green or Elemental witchcraft.

The Kitchen/Bath: Look into Kitchen or Hearth magic.

Your Journal: Look into Sigil magic or Shadow Work.

2. What “stuff” are you naturally drawn to?

Shiny things? Crystal magic.

Old books? Ceremonial or Traditional witchcraft.

Direct action? Chaos magic (the “whatever works” approach).

3. Do you want to work with “Higher Powers”?

Yes: Research Deity Work or Theurgy.

No: Look into Secular or Atheistic witchcraft.

The “Sample Platter” Approach

If you’re still stuck, don’t choose. Spend one month acting like a Green Witch. Buy a basil plant, learn its properties, and try a simple growth spell. If it feels like a chore, toss it. The next month, try Kitchen Witchcraft. Bake a loaf of “protection bread.

“Your path isn’t something you find in a book; it’s something you build through trial and error. You are the “Essential” part of Pagan Essentials. Your intuition is a better guide than any blog post (even this one!).

Seven-Day Starter Guide

So, you’ve decided to play “Magical Matchmaker.”Welcome to the Pagan Essentials Seven-Day Starter Guide. The goal here isn’t to master a craft in a week (that takes a lifetime), but to “test drive” different energies to see which one makes your intuition go ping.

You won’t need an expensive altar or rare dragon’s blood resin for these. Just your intent and a few household items.

Day 1: Kitchen Witchcraft (The Intentional Brew)

The Focus: Infusing mundane actions with magical intent.

The Ritual: When you make your morning coffee or tea, hold your hands around the mug. Visualize one goal for the day (e.g., “Confidence” or “Focus”).

The Action: Stir your drink clockwise three times to “invite in” that energy. As you sip, feel that intention warming you from the inside out.

The Takeaway: Did the day feel smoother? If you enjoyed turning a chore into a charm, you might be a Kitchen Witch.

Day 2: Green Witchcraft (The Leaf Release)

The Focus: Partnering with the natural world to move energy.

The Ritual: Find a fallen leaf, a twig, or even a piece of grass. Hold it and “whisper” a stress or anxiety into it.

The Action: Place it in a moving body of water (like a stream) or let the wind blow it out of your hand. Watch it carry the energy away.

The Takeaway: Did you feel a sense of relief connecting with the Earth? If nature feels like your battery charger, look into Green Witchcraft.

Day 3: Cosmic Magic (Moon Mapping)

The Focus: Aligning your personal rhythm with celestial bodies.

The Ritual: Look up the current moon phase.

The Action: If the moon is Waxing (getting bigger), write down something you want to grow. If it’s Waning (getting smaller), write down something you want to quit. Keep the paper under your pillow tonight.

The Takeaway: If looking at the stars makes you feel grounded rather than small, Cosmic/Astrological Magic is calling.

Day 4: Crystal Magic (The Pocket Battery)

The Focus: Using the stable vibrations of the earth to anchor your mood.

The Ritual: Grab a crystal (Clear Quartz or Amethyst are great) or even a smooth “lucky” pebble from your driveway.

The Action: Cleanse it under tap water, then hold it and “program” it with a word like Calm. Carry it in your pocket all day; every time you touch it, take one deep breath.

The Takeaway: If having a physical “anchor” helped your focus, you’re likely a Crystal or Earth Witch.

Day 5: Sigil Magic (The Symbol of Power)

The Focus: Condensing a complex desire into a simple, visual spark.

The Ritual: Think of a one-word desire (e.g., PROTECT).

The Action: Remove the vowels and duplicate letters (P-R-T-C). Dwell on those shapes and doodle them into a single, stylized symbol. Draw it on a post-it note and stick it inside your wallet or phone case.

The Takeaway: If you enjoyed the creative, “hack-the-universe” vibe, you might be a Chaos or Sigil Witch.

Day 6: Secular/Psychological Magic (The Mirror Mantra)

The Focus: Using ritual to talk to your own subconscious mind.

The Ritual: No spirits, no gods—just you and the mirror.The Action: Look yourself in the eye and say, “I am the architect of my own reality.” Spend five minutes journaling about how your thoughts have shaped your week so far.

The Takeaway: If this felt powerful without the “woo-woo” elements, you might prefer a Secular or Psychological path.

Day 7: Elemental Water Magic (The Ritual Bath)

The Focus: Using the element of water to wash away the “old” self.

The Ritual: Take a shower or bath with a handful of sea salt (standard kitchen salt works too).

The Action: As the water hits you, visualize all the junk, stress, and “other people’s energy” from the week being scrubbed off and going down the drain.

The Takeaway: If you feel “reborn” after a good soak, Water or Sea Witchcraft is your sanctuary.

Which Day Felt “Right”?

Energy Type	How It Felt	Possible Path
Active & Hands-on	Productive, cozy	Kitchen / Hearth
Quiet & Reflective	Deep, internal	Secular / Shadow Work
Visual & Artistic	Electric, clever	Sigil / Chaos
Outdoor & Fresh	Free, connected	Green / Elemental