Magickal Name

This was posted originally on my site Ask Amethyst Rose

Magickal Name

Hello Amethyst,

I am a beginner in Wicca. I am 48, a mother, a grandmother and married 31 years. I have had a long path which has finally led me to the path I am meant to be on. And now I am looking forward to all my learning. I have heard from several sites on the web about the "Magickal Name". How is it chosen? I would appreciate it if you could answer this for me. Blessed Be.

The answer has to come within yourself. You want to choose something that will describe who you are, something that strikes a chord. Do you have a favorite flower, animal, deity, stone, ect? It can be a combination of those things. For example my name comes from the fact that my birthstone is amethyst and that I love roses. It did take me almost two years to find it, and then one day it came to me. It may be different for you. You can also meditate on it. Sit in a quiet room, burn your favorite inscense. Close your eyes, ask the God and Goddess to guide you. Write down any words or images that come to you. It may take several tries, but eventually you will find a magickal name that speaks to you, so to say. And remember that you dont have to keep that name forever. As you grow and change on this path, your magickal name might change too. I hope I have been a lot of help.

Brightest Blessings,

Amethyst Rose