G stands for Grey Magic

So today I wanted to talk to everyone about grey magic.  Not just grey magic in general though, that would be boring and impersonal.  No, I want to talk about what I mean when I say I'm a grey witch, and what grey magic is to me.

Now, the definition I've found in my research says that grey magic is beneficial magic that doesn't seek the permission of the beneficiary before it is cast.  According to this reiki could be conceivably considered grey magic.  That being said, that's not how I define grey magic.  Not to say that their definition is wrong, because it isn't, but it's most certainly theirs and doesn't fit with my path or my system.

So, if we accept that magic is a force and a tool, and is neither boon nor harm but may be used to bless or curse, then we can classify white magic as magic that causes beneficial effects.  Therefore black magic is magic that causes harm.

But what is grey magic then?  Does it do neither?  Gods no, if it did neither it would do nothing, seeing as every action we take, even in magic, has an intended affect and usually some side effects.  Then what is it?  Why do I have a definition for it?

Well these definitions are really just there to provide easy little check boxes on the forms we use to define ourselves and our craft.  Therefore, they lack quite a lot of subtlety and gloss over a lot of important questions, like the why and how are you casting for instance.

In my practice grey magic means magic that follows the laws of balance.  I'm a firm believer that one can discern the law of karma if one can find the proper meditative state.  I also believe that any spell work that is meant to preform justice or to give what people deserve will fizzle or backfire if it isn't karmically deserved.  So by calling myself a grey witch, what I mean is that I strive in my daily life to uphold balance and justice and honor in all my dealings, particularly in my spell work.  This requires a lot of discipline, self introspection, and meditation to truly follow, because if you act solely on your instincts you are extremely likely to upset the balance and that will get you into some deep trouble.

Please don't argue with me on this, it's my personal practice and definition, and my mind is closed on this matter because it is true to me, although it may not be true to you.  Arguing with someone who has closed their mind is only slightly more frustrating than arguing with a brick.  That's assuming bricks don't speak to you, I don't know your path or training, but you get the idea.

Until next time folks,  may the stars guard you, the moon guide you, and your heart lead you home.