The Witch Wound: Why You’re Afraid to Own Your Magic (and How to Fix It)

So, You Might Be a Witch—But You’re Low-Key Afraid of It

Ever felt like speaking your truth would get you metaphorically (or literally, once upon a time) burned at the stake? Ever hesitated before saying something spiritual, witchy, or intuitive in certain circles because you just knew some asshole would roll their eyes? So rude. Or maybe you’ve second-guessed charging for your tarot readings or energy work because somewhere deep down, it feels… unsafe or just wrong?

Congratulations, comrade. You might be dealing with a Witch Wound—an ancestral, societal, and past-life fear of persecution for embracing your power. And no, it’s not just imposter syndrome with an enigmatic aesthetic. This one runs deep.

WTF is the Witch Wound?

The Witch Wound is the collective trauma carried by intuitive, magical, and powerful beings due to centuries of witch hunts, oppression, and being told that "people like you" are dangerous, evil, or delusional. It’s the reason you get nervous talking about your spiritual path in certain spaces. It’s why some people hesitate to fully step into their power, even though their soul is practically SCREAMING, "This is what you’re meant to do!"

The Witch Wound is a survival instinct. Your ancestors—whether they were healers, herbalists, midwives, or they were spittin’ spells—learned the hard way that being too powerful could get them accused, exiled, or executed. And while society might not be throwing people in the fire these days, that fear is still alive in our collective subconscious. So, how might this show up in your life? Oh, let us count the ways.

Signs You Have a Witch Wound

You’re Afraid of Being Seen

You hold back on sharing your gifts, whether it’s tarot, astrology, or energy healing, because you don’t want to be judged. You keep your spiritual practice on the low-low—maybe only one or two trusted friends know anything about it. You fear what your family, partner, or co-workers would think if they knew how woo-woo you really are.

Because, once upon a time, being “too seen” meant serious consequences. So your subconscious is like, "Nope, let’s stay invisible. Thanks, I’ll pass."

You Downplay Your Power (Or Feel Unworthy of It)

You hesitate to call yourself a witch, intuitive, healer, or mystic because who am I to claim that title? You constantly second-guess your spiritual abilities, even though deep down you know you’re too legit to quit. You struggle to charge for your spiritual work because it feels “wrong” to profit from something sacred – a gift.

Hint: If you’ve ever felt like you need to prove yourself before you can “officially” step into your magic, that’s the Witch Wound talking.

You’re a Chronic People-Pleaser (Especially in Spiritual Spaces)

You avoid conflict like it’s an actual curse and would rather shrink than risk upsetting someone.  You’ve been called “too much” or “too intense” and now you dim your light to keep people comfortable. You water down your beliefs or try to sound rational so people won’t think you’re “crazy.”

This comes from centuries of women and mystics being told to stay small, stay quiet, and not rock the boat—because those who did? They didn’t always make it.

You Fear Rejection or Being Labeled as “Bizarre”

You still have an instinctual fear that spirituality and/or witchcraft might be “bad” (thanks, religious conditioning). You feel nervous when talking about your magic around certain people (especially the ultra-religious ones). Or maybe you’ve been accused of being “demonic” or “delusional” at some point in your journey.

Witch trials didn’t really disappear—they just moved to the internet. But guess what? Other people’s fear doesn’t define you. That’s their journey.

You Struggle to Fully Step into Your Magic

You procrastinate on fully committing to your spiritual path, even though it calls to you. You feel like something is blocking you from embracing your gifts (spoiler: it’s fear). You’re waiting for “the right time” to show up as your full, magical self. Or maybe you aren’t even fully aware of it yet but there’s something tugging at your soul.

The right time is now. The world needs your magic. And the only thing standing in your way is the illusion of danger.

  How to Heal the Witch Wound

Alright, now that we’ve called out the wound, how do we go about fixing it?

Recognize That You Are Safe

You are not in medieval Europe. Or Salem. No one is coming for you with torches. The world has changed, and you are allowed to exist, thrive, and be powerful af.

Repeat after me… “I am safe to be seen. I am safe to be powerful.”

Reclaim Your Power (Even When It Feels Scary)

Every time you speak your truth, share your gifts, stand in your power, and stop fucking apologizing for who you are...you heal not just yourself, but generations before and after you.

So, say it loud for the people in the back… “My power is sacred, and I embrace it fully.”

Find Your “Coven”

You are NOT meant to do this alone. Surround yourself with like-minded people who get it. Whether that’s an online group, a local circle, or just a couple of witchy friends. Community heals.

Now what are we going to do? That is correct…we will seek out safe spaces where we can be our genuine, magical selves.

Own Your Identity Without Fear

If you’re a witch, healer, intuitive, oracle, or any other spiritual badass—OWN IT. The more you claim your magic, the more you break the cycle of fear.

Recite this to yourself often… “I am powerful beyond measure, and I claim my magic with confidence.”

Do the Damn Thing

Want to start reading tarot professionally? Start an energy healing business? Write about witchcraft? (Hello. Hi.) Do it. The more you act in alignment with your power, the more the Witch Wound loses its grip. Of no less importance is the pure ecstatic energy rush you get from living authentically. You know? The kind of energy that makes your nether regions tingle? Yeah, you do.

Take one step today that embraces your magic, no matter how small.

 Final Truth Bomb: You May Have Been Born for This

The Witch Wound is real, and you may be suffering from it, but your power is real too. The best way to heal this shit-show?  Be unapologetically YOU. Zero fucks given. The world doesn’t need more people hiding in their shadows. It needs more magic-makers, truth-speakers, and light-bringers. And that includes you, you majestic little moonbeam. So go forth, my wild and witchy friend. The fire they tried to burn you with? That’s the same fire you’re rising from.