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The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · Nov 25

Allow me introduce myself…

#tarotsky #witchsky

Hi, I'm Ash.
Cap sun, Aries moon, Cancer rising.
Scientist by day, nerd by night.
Or at least I was a scientist by day before the corporate, capitalist, medical-adjacent work-force burnt me the f- out! & while I still love my science community, my body was telling me it was time to take a break. That's when tarot found me in late 2023.
I've always found tarot interesting, but it wasn't until I felt aimless & lost in my life that something... or someone... told me to look into learning tarot.
So, in early in 2024 I jumped in with both feet, took my first tarot class & haven't looked back since!
I am a tatted, nerdy, white, cis, bi woman with a sprinkling of neuro-spicyness, who studied forensic science in college because she enjoyed science & wanted to help people. Now, I'm hoping to do the same with my tarot practice.

What I Offer:
While still rather new to the practice of tarot, I continue to learn & work with different practitioners: developing my skills & learning to de-colonize/dismantel bigoted systems within the practice. I work & am continuing to learn to work with the Goddess Brigid. I believe it was she who pushed me to give tarot a try.
Currently, my offerings are simply:
• A weekly collective tarot reading with interpretation posted Sundays
• A 3-card Tarot Poem written by me posted Wednesdays
• Other tarot/witchy posts that tickle my fancy
In the future I hope to offer paid, individual readings, but I am not quite ready to take that step as I continue to naviagte these new waters.
But keep your eyes peeled!!

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The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · 3d

Blessed Samhain, witches! 🔥✨

Celebrate the day however you desire! 🍁🕯️💀 (and no I didn’t hear that weird audio noise at the end, only after I played the video back 👀👀👀)

#samhain #tarotsky #witchsky

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The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · 6d

The Death of… the 5 of Wands

Don’t waste your creativity in pointless squabbles. Your fire is meant for bigger things! 🔥✨

#poetry #tarotpoetry #tarotsky

The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · 13d

The Death of… Death

This came from my tattered emotions after my recent loss. Thank you for giving me the space to share. 🔥✨

#poetry #tarotpoetry #tarotsky

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The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · 27d

Forgot to post last night, but some pics I took of the Super Full Harvest Moon in Aries last night!! 🔥✨

#moon #fullmoon #astrologysky

Pics of the super full harvest moon in Aries on 06-Oct-2025

The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · 27d

The Death of… The Knight of Cups.

Wearing rose-tinted glasses aren’t a death sentence, but one should use them appropriately. 🔥✨

#poetry #tarotpoetry #tarotsky

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The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · Sep 23

The Death of… The 5 of Pentacles

An outstretched hand isn’t a sign of your weakness, it’s recognizing the limits of your current state. You can’t have darkness without light; know brighter days will return. 🔥✨

#poetry #tarotpoetry #tarotsky

The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · Sep 16

The Death of… The Hanged Man

A new perspective might be uncomfortable & scary, but hang in there. You might just change the world. 🔥✨

#poetry #tarotpoetry #tarotsky

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The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · Sep 10

The Death of… Judgement

Find meaning in your life, so the lonely void of nothing doesn’t await you in the end. 🔥✨

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The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · Sep 10

Sometimes magic is…

Flairing out your: backpack, bag, jacket, whatever, and wearing it like armor! Don’t let anyone dull your shine. 🔥✨

Also: FUCK FASCISM!

#witchsky #flair #magic

An image of my book bag adorned with flair. A SKZOO Wolf Chan keychain, and multiple pins: a Brigid’s cross, Folklore podcast, David Bowie, “Babe with the power”, “witches against fascism”, pentacle, victory red lipstick, fandom trash, and AO3 kudos.

Image highlighting the: Witches against fascism pin, because FUCK FASCISM

The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · Sep 2

The Death of… The 2 of Wands

Creativity: the spark of life. 🔥✨

#tarotpoetry #tarotsky #poetry

The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · Aug 27

The Death of… The Devil

Is the monster truly a foe? 🔥✨

(Yes I’m late, I know. Call it first week of grad school brain! I hope you enjoy this one. It’s a favorite of mine.)

#tarotpoetry #poetry #tarotsky

The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · Aug 21

#musicchallenge #tarotsky

Music: youtu.be/mzvk0fWtCs0?...

Grateful Dead - Touch Of Grey (Official Music Video) [HD]

YouTube video by Grateful Dead

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The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · Aug 21

Tarot music challenge card: King of Pentacles

You’re the King of this castle… nothing’s gonna stop you now! You will survive! 🔥✨

What journey this has been curating a playlist based on the tarot. It’s been such a joy sharing music with you & some of my favorite songs. Thank you for joining me. 💙

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The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · Aug 19

The death of… The 8 of Cups

Don’t let a little bit of mud become the fear of quicksand from our childhood. You don’t have to fear letting go. 🔥✨

The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · Aug 18

Music: youtu.be/5qrTmNDZ-nc?...

Edwin McCain - I'll Be (Official Music Video)

YouTube video by RHINO

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The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · Aug 18

Tarot music challenge card: King of Cups

“Lean on me, when you’re not strong. I’ll be your friend, I’ll help you carry on.” 🔥✨

#musicchallenge #tarotsky

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The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · Aug 16

Music: youtu.be/cwLRQn61oUY?...

Demi Lovato - Confident (Official Video)

YouTube video by DemiLovatoVEVO

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The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · Aug 16

Tarot music challenge card: King of Wands

I’m sorry, does someone think they can come in here & tear your energy down? Well… I mean, they can certainly try. (But the outcome doesn’t look too promising.) 🔥✨

#musicchallenge #tarotsky

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The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · Aug 14

Music: youtu.be/Yq7FKO5DlV0?...

Genesis - Land of Confusion (Official Music Video)

YouTube video by Genesis

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The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · Aug 14

Tarot music challenge card: King of Swords

In a land of nonsense, strive for learning & understanding. Truth will out! 🔥✨

#musicchallenge #tarotsky

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The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · Aug 12

The death of… The 9 of Wands

Just because you’re down, doesn’t mean you’re out. 🔥✨

The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · Aug 7

Music: youtu.be/uPHKkewD1G0?...

Daya - Sit Still, Look Pretty

YouTube video by DayaVEVO

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The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · Aug 7

Tarot music challenge card: Queen of Pentacles

A Queen who isn’t afraid to get their hands dirty is both leader & comrade. Abundance comes with all hands on deck. 🔥✨

#musicchallenge #tarotsky

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The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · Aug 6

Music: youtu.be/jH1RNk8954Q?...

Ava Max - Kings & Queens [Official Music Video]

YouTube video by Ava Max

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The Witchy Scientist @thewitchyscientist.bsky.social · Aug 6

Tarot music challenge card: Queen of Cups

The Queen of Empathy. No one is left behind on your watch. 🔥✨

#musicchallenge #tarotsky

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