I never thought that becoming a magical girl could bring so much regret and disappointment. It seemed like the perfect opportunity to gain extraordinary powers, fight evil, and make a positive impact on the world. But I chose the wrong person to become a magical girl, and now I'm grappling with the consequences. When I first encountered the magical girl transformation, I was drawn to its allure. The promise of power and responsibility enticed me. I thought I had found my calling, my chance to be someone special.
McCann has been known to “sage off” wedding couples before they walk down the aisle; other couples are engaging in relaxing pre-ceremony rituals ranging from meditation to sound healing and more. “It’s really important to have self-care the morning of the wedding,” says Sarah Bisceglie of Maha Rose Center for Healing. “You know how hectic weddings get—people start coming early, you have family members you have to entertain. But it’s very important to prioritize relaxation to get ready for what will happen.”
Whether Wiccans celebrate marriage in a traditional sense, what a Wiccan wedding is called and how a Wiccan wedding is celebrated are all topics that we ll explore in detail. If at the end of the 366 day period both partners still believe in the marriage and are happy within the relationship then the marriage continues and a formal handfasting ceremony can take place.
I thought I had found my calling, my chance to be someone special. Little did I know that the wrong person can easily tarnish even the most enchanting opportunities. My decision to become a magical girl was heavily influenced by external factors.
Crystals, Sage, and Wishing Bowls: How to Have a Modern Mystical Wedding
Are crystals and Reiki sessions the new line items in a wedding budget? For more and more brides, a wedding would not be complete without a healthy dose of mysticism—and even a touch of witchcraft.
“If you want to plan a witchier wedding, or just something outside the norm, you want to start with your ring,” says Bri Luna of The Hoodwitch. “Most people gravitate toward diamonds for engagement rings, but crystals and gems have different meanings. A diamond isn’t the worst stone, but it’s not really representative of love. Emerald is the stone that represents the heart chakra.” Melissa Madara, co-owner of Catland Books, wears a moonstone engagement ring. Madara’s wedding will take place at Brooklyn’s Green-Wood Cemetery next fall, on a September date that was deemed “fortuitous” by an astrologer. And before the big day, “we’re going to be charging all my jewelry as talismans for the wedding,” Madara says. “My wedding jewelry will sit under the new moon to the full moon. We’re also going to let it sit in ritualized water to make me open and ready to do this life-changing, magical work of marriage.”
For her engagement party, Madara focused on cleansing rituals. “We had someone wash away all the past relationships that we’ve ever had, and bless the one we have now,” she said. “Then we washed our hands in a bath of rue, and everyone at the engagement party pelted us with rose petals.” (For rookie alchemists: Rue is an herb associated with protection; it’s also thought to promote love.) Bachelorette parties are following mystical suit. Colleen McCann, founder of Style Rituals, works with brides to create personalized medicine bags for them to carry on their wedding day. The bespoke kits can hold anything from sage bundles and healing crystals to old photos and herbs that invoke love. And they’re not just for the bride.
Photo: Courtesy of Colleen McCann of Style Rituals“I’ve done many bachelorette parties,” McCann says. “I’ll put together medicine bags for everyone in the bridal party, and sometimes I do it for the groom as well.” In order to put together personalized bags for each member of the party, McCann does intuitive crystal readings to tap into each client’s energetic needs.
A former stylist, McCann also consults with brides to find a “power color” that will bring good vibes to the wedding day; that color can be incorporated into bridesmaid dresses or decor.
With these new traditions come new roles for the wedding party. “I’ll be using my bridal party as my coven; we’re going to be doing a lot of magic together,” says Madara. The night before her wedding, Madara and her bridesmaids will light special incense to ensure that the bride-to-be doesn’t have stressful dreams. And on the big day, Madara’s maid of honor will anoint the bridal party using a custom oil infused with herbs associated with grounding and love. Those herbs may include rose hips, licorice root, and lemon balm. “I also like jasmine for this sort of thing because it’s a bit dreamier and makes you feel like you’re in a fairy tale,” Madara says.
McCann has been known to “sage off” wedding couples before they walk down the aisle; other couples are engaging in relaxing pre-ceremony rituals ranging from meditation to sound healing and more. “It’s really important to have self-care the morning of the wedding,” says Sarah Bisceglie of Maha Rose Center for Healing. “You know how hectic weddings get—people start coming early, you have family members you have to entertain. But it’s very important to prioritize relaxation to get ready for what will happen.”
Bisceglie recommends an early-morning meditation on the day of the wedding. “If you can meditate in the morning, you can continually visit that relaxing, grounding place that you started the day in,” she says. Lisa Rose Lodeski is a master Reiki practitioner who meets with couples before wedding ceremonies, typically about an hour before they’re set to walk down the aisle. (Don’t fret: “I can do Reiki standing, so that the dress doesn’t get wrinkled,” Lodeski says.) “We have a whole lot of nervous emotional and physical stuff that comes up right before we walk down the aisle,” Lodeski says. “But Reiki helps clear the energy, clear the aura, so that as two people come together as a couple, their energy is totally clear. They’ll be relaxed, their chakras will be balanced, and any kind of block that’s keeping them from feeling their authenticity is removed.”
Historically a couple was considered by the Church as married when they made their public declarations. This went on until the 16th century. The first Wedding licenses were issued in Colonial America, but didn’t really have a strong presence until the 19th century.
I was blinded by appearances and misled by false promises. The person I chose to become a magical girl alongside seemed perfect on the surface – beautiful, charismatic, and popular. I mistakenly believed that their positive traits would translate into a successful magical girl partnership. However, I failed to recognize the underlying character flaws that would eventually lead to our downfall. Instead of using our newfound powers for good, my chosen magical girl companion became consumed by personal gain and ambition. Power corrupted them, and they lost sight of the true purpose of being a magical girl. We were meant to protect, save, and fight evil, but they turned our powers into a means to control and manipulate others. As I witnessed the havoc they wreaked with their twisted sense of justice, I couldn't help but feel responsible. I had placed my trust in the wrong person and now had to face the consequences. The guilt weighed heavily on my shoulders as I questioned my judgment and decisions. But amidst the regret and disappointment, I realized an important lesson. Becoming a magical girl is not solely about the powers or the image it may bring. It is about choosing the right person – someone with integrity, compassion, and a genuine desire to make the world a better place. Personal qualities should be the deciding factor, not surface-level attributes. In the end, my mistake taught me the importance of discernment and critical thinking. Choosing the wrong person to become a magical girl highlighted the gravity of making decisions based on superficial appearances. I now understand that true magic lies within one's character and the genuine desire to use their powers for the greater good..
Reviews for "Regretting your decision to choose the wrong person to become a magical girl"
1. Emma - 2 stars - "I must admit, I was really excited to read 'I chose the wrong person to become a magical girl' as I'm a fan of the genre. However, I found myself extremely disappointed with the execution of the story. The main character lacked depth and development, and the plot felt rushed and poorly developed. The dialogue was also quite mediocre, and I couldn't connect with any of the characters. Overall, I found the book to be a lackluster attempt at a magical girl story, and I wouldn't recommend it to others."
2. Ethan - 3 stars - "While 'I chose the wrong person to become a magical girl' had an interesting premise, I felt that it fell flat in several aspects. The pacing of the book was inconsistent, with slow and boring moments followed by sudden and rushed action scenes. The writing style was average at best, and the dialogue felt forced and unnatural at times. Additionally, the world-building was underwhelming, leaving me with more questions than answers. Although it had its moments, I ultimately found the book to be underwhelming and not up to par with other magical girl stories I have read."
3. Sarah - 2.5 stars - "As a fan of magical girl stories, I was really looking forward to 'I chose the wrong person to become a magical girl.' However, I was left disappointed and unimpressed by the overall execution of the story. The characters lacked depth and their motivations felt shallow, making it difficult to care about their fates. The writing itself was average, with a few grammatical errors and awkward sentence structures. The plot felt predictable and lacked any real surprises or twists. Overall, while I didn't hate the book, I found it to be a forgettable addition to the genre and wouldn't recommend it to others."