What Is Samhain and Why Do Witches Call It the Witch’s New Year?

What exactly is Samhain, and why do witches call it the Witch’s New Year? 🍂✨

In this special Wheel of the Year kickoff episode of Big Crystal Energy, host Ashleigh Bodell takes you on a journey through the magic, mystery, and meaning of Samhain - the time when the veil thins, shadows rise, and transformation begins.

From humorous Halloween chaos at home to deeply personal reflections on growth, Ashleigh shares how this ancient festival offers a powerful invitation to slow down, honor ancestors, and reconnect with your inner truth. You’ll discover essential crystals like black obsidian, smoky quartz, and labradorite for grounding and protection, along with rituals, journaling prompts, and intuitive practices to help you navigate change.

Whether you’re a seasoned witch or simply curious about seasonal spirituality, this episode will inspire you to embrace the dark half of the year with gratitude, courage, and magic. Blessed Samhain! 🕯️🖤

Show Notes: 

09:45 "Understanding the Wheel of Year"

15:55 Samhain: Witch's New Year Origins

20:46 "Embracing Darkness and Crystals"

21:58 Essential Crystals for Samhain

27:56 "Smoky Quartz for Release"

35:43 Graveyard Spread for Transitions

40:13 "Bat: Navigating Hidden Realms"

43:33 Samhain Tarot Reflection Guide

52:39 Samhain Divination and Shadow Work

59:02 Crystal Community Evolution Input Requested

Meet Ashleigh Bodell – your guide to the mystical and the magical on the Big Crystal Energy Podcast.

By day, she's a dedicated orthopedic physician assistant, but by night, she dives deep into the metaphysical, exploring crystals, energy work, and the unseen forces that shape our world. From childhood fascinations with witches and faeries to a transformative rediscovery of crystals, Ashleigh’s journey bridges science and spirituality, the practical and the mystical. A mom, a wife, and a seeker, she brings a relatable, no-fluff approach to exploring the “spooky and kooky” side of life. Through Big Crystal Energy, she creates a space where the magical and the mundane coexist—because we don’t have to choose between our careers, families, and the call of the unknown.

Tune in as she uncovers wisdom from crystal healers, spiritual coaches, and magic makers, inviting you to embrace your own big crystal energy.

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https://www.instagram.com/bigcrystalenergypodcast/

https://www.instagram.com/mystical.mama.ash

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