# Lauren Parker: Spells for Success

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Podcast: [Embracing Enchantment](https://stenobird.com/podcast/embracing-enchantment-7075922)
Published: 2025-11-14T11:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.embracingenchantment.com/lauren-parker/
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Megan's tarot book is OPEN for a limited time: https://www.impactwitch.com/tarot-readings/ Host Megan Hamilton speaks with author, poet and artist Lauren Parker about the intersections of witchcraft, storytelling, and personal growth. They explore the importance of intention in magic, the evolution of spiritual practices, and the significance of community connection. The conversation delves into shadow work, creativity, and the impact of instant gratification on spirituality, while also addressing the challenges of navigating emotions and the dangers of debate culture. Ultimately, they emphasize the need for grounding oneself in humanity and fostering connections in a rapidly changing world. Chapters (00:00) Introduction to Enchantment and Technology (02:39) Exploring Ancestry and Storytelling (05:22) Tarot Insights and Personal Connections (07:55) The Journey of Creating a Spellbook (10:30) Cultural Context and Spiritual Practices (13:12) The Importance of Ritual and Intention (15:45) Navigating Modern Spirituality (18:24) Self-Love and Vulnerability in Practice (25:34) Embracing Shadow Work (28:12) Creative Practices and Personal Expression (30:46) Community Engagement and Connection (33:26) Navigating Injustice and Emotional Regulation (36:55) Spirituality, Capitalism, and Personal Responsibility More about Lauren Parker Lauren Parker is a fourth generation female breadwinner descended from male charlatans, and thus has grown up to become a very educated liar. She’s the author of the poetry collection We Are Now the Thing in the Woods (Bottlecap Press, 2023), Dark Way Down (Animal Heart Press, 2025), and Spells for Success (Simon Element, 2025). She has a newsletter, Do You Want to Do Some Witchcraft? Website: https://laureneparker.com/ Instagram: https://www.instag…

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