Personally, I live by the, "To know, to Will, to Dare, to Keep Silent" motto.
But these are some basic goals that Wiccans try to strive for. Strive might be a bad word for it
though. Again, this is not something that all Witches/Wiccans follow.
13 Goals of a Witch
1) Know yourself
Apparently it is always good to know who you are spiritually. Know your limitations upon everything
you do.
2) Know your Craft
Know what the hell you are studying. Know the history of it, it's origins.
3) Learn
Learn everything you can. You are always learning something, and with each new thing learned
you become that much wiser if you know how to use it.
4) Apply knowledge with wisdom
Be wise in your choosings and endeavors. If acting upon something with new knowledge,
think it through and make sure the decision is meaningful and harmless. This is where it is wise to evaluate what you have
learned and take into consideration the effects it will have on you as well as others.
5) Achieve balance
Achieve balance in your life with all things. Work, home, school and play needs to be
properly weighed. Too much of anything is bad for you.
6) Keep your words in good order
Don't talk bad of others, be curteous in social gatherings, and learn to watch your tongue.
Controlling what you say will only benefit you.
7) Keep your thoughts in good order
It's always been hard for people to not think, but to think bad things? Well, here is another
instance in where the Wiccan Rede can be applied, or not applied, however you choose to look at it. No one knows what you
are thinking, therefore your thoughs can only make yourself feel guilty. How you choose to see this is up to you. If you think
bad thoughts about someone and feel guilty about it, then the Wiccan Rede "Harm none" would apply to you. But if your bad
thoughts don't bother you, then it simply does not apply. The one being thought of will never know what you are thinking,
so the Rede will noy apply to them, just you if you feel guilt.
8) Celebrate life
Of course we all celebrate life, that's the reason we are alive. Love, Sex and Peace
are among the many ways Pagans celebrate life, not to mention the various celebrations of the Sabbats. Celebrating life
also means learning from your wrongs and applying them throughout your life. Not everything is perfect.
9) Attune with the cycles of the earth
Be aware of the earth around you, the seasons as they change. It is good to understand nature,
for with this understanding comes a closer connection to Her.
10) Breathe and eat correctly
Live your life healthily. Eat the right foods, whether you are a vegetarian or love
your meat, eating healthy ensures better comprehension of things being learned. Remember to always breathe correctly, don't
hyperventilate, as this can cause atacks of various kinds. Sex is a great way to get that breathing going!
11) Exercise the body
Exercise, Exercise, Exercise! Your body is part of Her temple, treat it with respect.
12) Meditate
This can be hard for some people if the lifestyle you lead is full of chaos everyday.
Demonic children, lunatic pets, and overbearing significant others can all affect your time to do the things you want.
Always set aside just a little time for yourself, or you will lose it plain and simple.
13) Honor the Goddess
Always understand that the positive and negative things in your life are results of lessons
that have been presented to you by Her. She is mother and teacher. Honor Her and show respect.
