Not sure what a cosmic witch is? You’re not alone. In fact, even some seasoned witchcraft practitioners may be unsure of what it means to be a cosmic witch.
Here’s a quick rundown: Cosmic witches work with the energies of the cosmos, which include the planets, stars, and other celestial bodies, to enhance their craft and manifest their intentions.
Does this sound like something you might be interested in? Read on to learn more about astrology magic, cosmic witchcraft, and what it means to be a cosmic witch.
What is a Cosmic Witch?
Modern Witchcraft has many flavors and varieties, with one popular style being cosmic Witchcraft. A cosmic witch uses the power of astrology, celestial magic, and other forms of cosmic energy to work their witchcraft. They believe that these energies can be used to create positive change in a person’s life.
Cosmic witches use the alignment of planets and stars (and the moon phases) to determine when it’s best to cast spells or perform rituals for various purposes, such as healing, protection, abundance, love, or luck.
The practice of cosmic witchcraft has been around since ancient times, and many cultures have used it in some form or another, under various guises – from organized religion to outlawed ‘pagan’ practices.
It’s often seen as an extension of traditional witchcraft, focusing on working with the elements (particularly air magic) and powers within the universe rather than just on Earth.
With the right knowledge and dedication, anyone can become a cosmic witch!
Types of Witches Within Cosmic Witchcraft
I often discuss labels and categories in witchcraft, including the different types of witches. Some debate whether these distinctions are helpful or if labels even matter.
Personally, I find it useful to view witchcraft in broad categories, with related and sub-types that offer deeper insight into different practices.
So, with this in mind, we can apply the same thinking to cosmic witchcraft.
Cosmic witchcraft is a broad magical path that revolves around celestial and cosmic forces. Cosmic Witches may work with space magic, planetary energy, astral travel, deities, or astrology, but within this practice, there are more specialized types of witches. Each has a unique focus while still being connected to the overarching theme of cosmic magic.
Lunar Witches
Lunar witches focus their practice on the moon, its phases, and its cycles. The moon governs emotions, intuition, and transformation, making it a powerful force in magic. A lunar witch may:
- Align spells with different moon phases (e.g., full moon for manifestation, waning moon for banishing).
- Honor moon deities such as Selene, Artemis, or Hecate.
- Perform rituals on eclipses and supermoons for amplified magic.
- Use moon water, lunar-charged crystals, and dream magic in their practice.
Everything in a lunar witch’s craft revolves around moon energy, making it one of the most popular forms of cosmic magic.
Solar Witches
Solar Witches work with the sun, its powerful cycles, and its connection to vitality, strength, and growth. Unlike lunar witches, who focus on the moon’s shifting phases, solar witches follow the sun’s daily and seasonal patterns. A solar witch might:
- Work with solar deities like Apollo, Ra, or Amaterasu.
- Celebrate and perform magic on solstices and equinoxes.
- Draw energy from the sun’s rays for strength, healing, and success spells.
- Use sun-charged tools, such as sun water or solar-infused herbs.
A solar witch’s craft is rooted in the life-giving energy of the sun, making it vibrant, empowering, and deeply connected to nature’s rhythms.
Celestial Witches
Celestial Witches focus on all celestial bodies, not just the sun and moon. Their practice includes working with:
- Stars and constellations for guidance and energy.
- Planets and their magical correspondences (e.g., Mercury for communication, Jupiter for expansion).
- Meteors, comets, and cosmic events like eclipses and planetary alignments.
- Celestial deities such as Nyx, Astraeus, or the Pleiades.
A celestial witch may incorporate astrology, but their focus is broader, encompassing the entire cosmos rather than just astrological systems.
Astrology Witches
Astrology Witches are highly specialized, basing their entire magical practice on astrology. While celestial witches may acknowledge planetary influence, astrology witches make it the core of their craft. Their magic is shaped by:
- Birth charts and zodiac correspondences to tailor spells and rituals.
- Planetary transits to determine the best timing for magic.
- Electional astrology to choose powerful dates for spellwork.
- Lunar and solar influences within the context of astrology.
An astrology witch sees the zodiac, planetary alignments, and houses as essential to their craft, using them as a framework for all magical workings.
Psychic Witches
Psychic Witches focus on the esoteric and spiritual aspects of Cosmic Witchcraft. Unlike the other types, they work with abstract energies rather than concrete celestial bodies. Their magic involves:
- Astral travel and hedge riding, exploring other realms and dimensions.
- Divination with tools like tarot, scrying bowls, and pendulums, often using astrology for guidance.
- Spiritual communication, including working with spirit guides, ancestors, and cosmic entities.
- Energetic work, such as aura reading, channeling, and dream magic.
While a psychic witch may incorporate astrology, their primary focus is on intuition, visions, and spiritual exploration rather than planetary magic.
Blending Cosmic Practices
It’s also important to note that many witches don’t fit into just one category. A Lunar Witch might also work with astrology, or a Celestial Witch might explore astral travel like a Psychic Witch.
Cosmic witchcraft is fluid, allowing practitioners to adapt their craft based on personal connection and magical goals. Whether you’re drawn to the stars, planets, moon, sun, or spiritual realms, cosmic witchcraft offers endless possibilities to explore the magic of the universe.
What Does a Cosmic Witch Do?
Cosmic witches work with the energies of the cosmos, including planets, stars, and celestial bodies, to manifest their desires and help others achieve their goals.
Cosmic witchcraft is varied, but commonly, cosmic witches will work their craft in harmony with the movements of the planets and the moon phases. They commune with celestial bodies and astral beings, and their practice is rooted in lunar and solar cycles, astrology, and the zodiac.
Other activities such as divination, astrology, cosmic ayurveda, and ceremonial work can also be part of a cosmic witch’s repertoire, making them closely linked with ceremonial witchcraft and Psychic Witchcraft (remember, there’s plenty of overlap when it comes to types of witches and magical practices).
What sets cosmic witches apart is their desire to connect with celestial energies energies beyond the physical realm, and use the celestial bodies to help guide their path on Earth.
Cosmic Witchcraft Incorporates Celestial Magic
Working with the planets and practicing lunar and solar magic are key aspects of cosmic witchcraft. By infusing the power of the sun, moon, and stars into their lives, cosmic witches gain insight into the unknown and connect with cosmic energy on a higher level.
This connection opens up possibilities for manifesting dreams, enhancing inner strength, and gaining control of one’s own destiny. The spiritual connection between lunar and solar energy is a powerful tool for enlightenment and holistic self-empowerment.
Planetary Magic & Interpreting The Night Sky
Planetary magic is a catch-all term for harnessing celestial bodies’ energy (the sun, moon, and planets) to create an environment conducive to spellcasting.
Rituals like solar eclipse ceremonies, solstice celebrations, and full-moon gatherings allow cosmic witches to connect with these powerful forces in nature and work their craft, while practicing astrology and interpreting the night sky gives insight into the past, present, and future.
A cosmic witch may use planetary magic for protection, healing, setting intentions, or seeking clarity.
Working with Angels and Celestial Beings
Cosmic witchcraft can also involve working with angels, spirits, and beings found outside of the physical realm.
Contrary to popular belief, angels are not solely associated with Christianity. These benevolent beings can be found in various belief systems and are even older than organized religions.
They exist in different realms and dimensions beyond our understanding, and cosmic witches will often make communication with these types of deities a significant portion of their personal craft.
But in order to work with any spirits that inhabit the astral plane – it’s important to know some distinctions. Angels are not spirits, and spirits are not celestial bodies, celestial bodies are not astral entities, and so on.
Arguably, the most important distinction for a cosmic witch to know is the difference between celestial beings and astral entities:
- Astral entities, including angels, reside in the astral plane, which intersects with our own. This realm can be accessed through meditation and other spiritual practices.
- Celestial beings, on the other hand, embody the energies of celestial bodies like stars and planets. They can influence the energetic flows within the universe.
As a cosmic witch, you can connect with these entities through practices like meditation and visualization. You just need to know who you are invoking a connection with.
While invocation in it’s purest form is complex, initiating communication is simple. This type of connection can be pracices in the same way as meditation. It can even be as simple as prayer, as summed up in this quote from former lightworker, Doreen Virtue:
“To have conscious communication with the angels, you would start in a place you feel comfortable, all by yourself, so you don’t feel self-conscious. Then, just think of something you would like help with.”
– Doreen Virtue
Of course, there’s a wealth of literature out there to help you hone this practice, but it really doesn’t need to be any more complicated than that.
Cosmic Witchcraft Deities, Gods, and Goddesses
Angelic connection and working with the astral realm is just one part of cosmic witchcraft. There are numerous other deities are associated with celestial bodies appearing in various cultures and mythologies, and you could choose to work with any one of them indirectly like many cosmic witches do:
Apollo: In Greek mythology, Apollo is the god of the sun, light, music, healing, and prophecy. He rides his chariot across the sky, pulling the sun.
Selene: In Greek mythology, Selene is the goddess of the moon. She is often depicted as a beautiful woman with a crescent moon on her forehead. Selene is associated with magic, femininity, and intuition.
Ra: In Egyptian mythology, Ra is the god of the sun. Depicted as a falcon-headed man, Ra represents creation, renewal, and vitality. He was one of the most important deities in ancient Egypt.
Saturn: In Roman mythology, Saturn is the god of time, agriculture, and the planet Saturn. Depicted holding a sickle, he symbolizes the passing of time. Saturn represents wisdom, discipline, and responsibility.
Huitzilopochtli: In Aztec mythology, Huitzilopochtli is the god of the sun, war, and human sacrifice. He wears a headdress of hummingbird feathers and embodies strength, courage, and leadership.
These deities, along with others associated with celestial bodies, are seen as powerful forces in the universe, embodying the energies and qualities linked to their respective celestial bodies.
Tools and Supplies for Cosmic Witches
In cosmic witchcraft, having the right tools to enhance your craft is a large part of the practice. While pretty much all forms of witchcraft are almost designed to be practiced on a shoestring budget, cosmic witchcraft does require a few tools to make things easier.
Let’s take a look at some of the more common ones.
Crystals and Gemstones
Crystals are significant in cosmic witchcraft, amplifying and directing energy. Cosmic witches often choose crystals associated with the sun, moon, and planets.
For instance, if you want to work with Mercury’s energy of communication, choose crystals like celestite or creedite. These crystals help attune to higher vibrations, enhancing communication skills and deepening connections.
By using the right tools and supplies, cosmic witches can harness the power of the mind and spirit. Crystals play a vital role in amplifying energy of a cosmic witch – so it’s definitely a good idea to dip your toe into this discipline, even if you don’t identify as a Crystal Witch yourself.
Choose crystals associated with celestial bodies to align with specific intentions and purposes.
Here are some other examples of crystals associated with different celestial bodies:
- Sun crystals: sunstone, citrine, carnelian
- Moon crystals: moonstone, selenite, amethyst
- Venus crystals: prehnite, green aventurine
- Earth crystals: smoky quartz, petrified wood
- Mars crystals: hematite, crocoite
- Jupiter crystals: epidote, lepidolite
- Saturn crystals: iolite, sapphire
- Uranus crystals: eculase, labradorite
- Neptune crystals: larimar, aquamarine
- Pluto crystals: garnet, obsidian
Cosmic witches often work with these crystals as they correspond with different aspects of life that they may want to influence. For example, sunstones and moonstones can be used to tap into the energies of the sun and moon, respectively, for manifestation and intuition.
Herbs, Plants and Flowers
You’d be forgiven for thinking that herbs and plants are more part of the Green Witch’s repertoire than that of the cosmic witch. However, herbal correspondences in the form of celestial aromas, can form a large part of cosmic witchcraft.
Rooted in Ayurvedic wisdom, the celestial aromas concept suggests that nature provides remedies tailored to your unique constitution, health, and life challenges, supported by the planets themselves.
Using herbs aligned with specific planets can address various ailments and challenges. For example, Mars-aligned herbs can help with mental confusion and lack of determination, while Saturn-associated herbs are beneficial for low energy and infections. Sun-aligned herbs can aid with digestive issues, and so on.
Remember, the herbs and oils that resonate with you depend on your Ayurvedic birth chart – but here are some examples of how different herbs align with the celestial bodies, and the benefits of working with them:
| Celestial Body | Corresponding Herbs & Plants | Benefits |
| Sun | Calotropis (Aak), Rosemary, Black Pepper, Ginger, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Bayberry, Calamus, Beal | Improves memory and intellect, enhances status, aids digestion |
| Moon | Sandalwood, Bala, Shatavari, White Musali, Dhak, Marsh Mallow, Palash, Chamomile, Jasmine, Poppy | Promotes mental health, peace, and happiness in family and surroundings |
| Saturn | Date fruits, Cannabis, Guggal, Fumitory, Quince, Almond nuts | Increases wealth, promotes mental health, and fulfills desires |
| Venus | Parijat, Amalaki, Periwinkle, Gullar, Neem, Mango | Helps eliminate past life faults |
| Mercury | Apamarga, Lavender, Fenugreek, Orange, Marjoram, Bhringraj, Centella, Licorice, Dill | Supports mental stability and divination |
| Mars | Khair, Basil, Garlic, Camphor, Mustard, Ashwagandha, Gooseberry | Beneficial for blood and skin disorders, helps with determination, enhances fame and name |
How to Become a Cosmic Witch and Start Practicing Celestial Magic
Now that we’ve discussed what cosmic witchcraft is and the things it entails, how about learning how to become a cosmic witch? What steps can you take to become a cosmic witch, or simpy start walking the path of cosmic witchcraft?
Here are some practical steps and activities to get started:
1. Create Your Birth Chart (Natal Chart)
To create your natal chart, you need your birth date, time, and place. You can use an online natal chart calculator; many websites offer these for free (I use this one from Astro Charts).
Input your birth information, and the calculator will generate your chart, then you can use this as a starting point to learn about the different aspects (that being the geometric angles between the planets and the meanings of the shapes they produce).
It can be a bit confusing at first, so it’s definitely a good idea to consult an experienced astrologer to guide you through your cart. Learning the different nodes and aspects is a great place to start, though.
2. Plan Magical Workings Around The Moon Phases
The moon has eight phases, each representing different energies and intentions. Start a habit of tracking the moon phases and, when you’re comfortable, start planning spellwork or moon rituals that correspond with the moon’s phase.
Let’s take the new moon and the full moon as examples:
| Moon Phase | What This Represents | Cosmic Witchcraft Activities to Try |
| New Moon (the moon is totally dark in the sky) | Represents new beginnings, setting intentions, and starting fresh | Plant seeds for new projects and goals. Spells for abundance, desire manifestation, and goal-setting work well. |
| Full Moon (the moon is full and perfectly round) | Represents completion, manifestation, and abundance | Celebrate achievements and manifest desires. Spells for manifestation, abundance, and gratitude are best. |
3. Set Up a Cosmic Witchcraft Altar
Creating an altar is one of the first things I always recommend to new witches, because it’s a simple, fun way to discover and decorate with different tools for the craft.
Creating a cosmic witchcraft altar is a great place to begin, as it allows you to personalize your practice. Here are just a couple of ideas for what to include in an altar dedicated to cosmic witchcraft:
- Crystals can amplify altar energy and aid in manifestation. Choose crystals that align with your intentions and desired energies (see the list above for planetary correspondences), or simply choose crystals with a ‘cosmic’ aesthetic, such as amethyst, moonstone, labradorite, and selenite.
- Candles are another witchcraft altar staple (go flameless if safety is a concern). Select candles that correspond to your desired colors and energies.
- Tarot or oracle cards are another nice addition to an altar dedicated to cosmic witchcraft because they are a divination tool, first and foremost. But they have the added benefit of looking aesthetically pleasing, too!
Remember, your altar should reflect your personal practice and can be customized to your preferences. Use your intuition to create an authentic and meaningful altar.
Cosmic Witch Aesthetic Inspiration
The cosmic witch aesthetic is mystical and celestial, focusing on connecting with the universe and cosmic energies. Key elements include:
- Stars and galaxies symbolize infinite possibilities and cosmic energies.
- Crystals and gemstones to amplify energy and enhance the aesthetic.
- Mystical symbols like moon phases and astrological symbols connect with universal energies.
- Dark and moody colors like black, navy blue, and deep purple to evoke a mystical vibe.
- Celestial clothing and jewelry, such as moon phase earrings or galaxy print dresses, and don’t forget to wear your birthstone!
Incorporate these elements to create a cosmic witch aesthetic that resonates with you.
The cosmic witch aesthetic is all about the mystical and celestial vibe, connecting with the universe and its energies.
