path

Definition

Your chosen spiritual tradition—whether Wicca, witchcraft, druidism, or Heathenry. Walking your path means you've committed to a specific metaphysical lifestyle without necessarily owning a pointed hat. Practitioners take their path very seriously, which tracks when you're essentially self-studying the esoteric.

Example Usage

After years of spiritual exploration, she finally found her path in Wiccan practice.

Source: Common terminology within pagan and spiritual communities

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