Broom Closet

This was posted on my original site Ask Amethyst Rose:

Broom Closet

Dear Amethyst Rose,

I am 15 and I have been practicing Wicca with my two best friends for five years. I really feel that this is the right path for me, but I have been keeping my practices a secret from my parents. They are Catholic and would be devistated to know I am a witch. Should I tell them the truth about Wicca and how I feel? And if I do, how should I tell them? I hope you can help.

Blessed be,

Gillian

First of all, I am glad that you have found the right spiritual path for you. For many of us, it can take years until we find the right one. Now as for telling your parents, I can't tell you what to do. You have to decide that for yourself and follow your heart. Ask yourself these questions: Why do you feel the need to tell them? Did your best friends tell their parents? And if they did, what were their reactions? What would you do if your parents made you stop practicing? And yes they can because you are under age. If you feel you must tell them, you should gather as much information as you can about Wicca and witchcraft. A warning: there is a lot of misinformation out there, especially online. I will recommend a website that I feel is accurate: http://wicca.timerift.net/. Here is an article that I have found that may help: http://www.beliefnet.com/story/43/story_4308_1.html.
Whatever you decide, just remember to do what feels right to you. I wish you the best of luck.

Brightest Blessings,

Amethyst Rose