Feeling Like a “Fake Witch”? Read This.

Imposter syndrome is real—especially in a world where witchcraft can sometimes feel like a performance.

You scroll through social media and see elaborate altars, glowing rituals under the full moon, perfectly styled spell jars, and think:

“Am I doing this right?”

“Am I even a real witch?”

 

Let me tell you something important: Witchcraft is a practice, not a performance.

You don’t need to look a certain way, own specific tools, or post your spells online to be valid. If your craft is quiet, messy, simple, emotional, playful, inconsistent, intuitive—it’s still magic.

 

Here Are a Few Gentle Ways to Start or Reconnect:

Claim the Word “Witch” (If It Resonates)

You don’t need anyone’s permission.

If the word witch feels like home—even if it’s just a whisper—you’re allowed to wear it.

You get to define what it means to you. Wild, green, soft, cosmic, chaotic, ancestral—your witchery is yours alone.

 

Start with What Feels Natural

You don’t need a plan. You don’t need to “get it right.”

Just begin where your curiosity leads you:

• Brewing a cup of herbal tea with intention
• Journaling your dreams or pulling a tarot card
• Lighting a candle when you need clarity
• Watching the moon and noticing how it makes you feel

You’re not behind. You’re beginning—and that’s beautiful.

 

Don’t Compare Your Practice

Instagram is a highlight reel, not a full story.

That stunning altar? It might have taken hours to stage.

That witch who seems so confident? They probably had doubts too.

Your craft might look like whispered words in the shower, grounding barefoot in your garden, or making art from emotion.

That’s real. That’s magic.

 

Learn Slowly

There is no final exam. There is no deadline.

• Read a little
• Try a little
• Rest a little
• Repeat

Magic unfolds over time. Your curiosity will guide you. Let yourself be a beginner.

 

Keep a Little Magic Journal

Write down:

• What you’re learning
• What spells or practices feel good
• Your dreams, synchronicities, and feelings
• Moments that felt magical

This isn’t about rules—it’s about reflection. When imposter syndrome creeps in, your journal can remind you: Yes, I’m really doing this.

 

Witches Aren’t Born. They’re Made.

Through practice.

Through intention.

Through listening to your intuition and honouring your path—even when it looks different from someone else’s.

 

You don’t need to be “witchy enough.”

You already are enough.

The magic is in you.