May Day: The Original Witchy Uprising
Here we are, suddenly charging into May—a month of rebellion, renewal, and raw, righteous magic.
Whether you connect through protest or prayer, ritual or rest, this season invites us to rise up—individually and together. May Day, historically rooted in labor movements and collective power, reminds us that true change begins when we stop playing small. So, how’s your inner fire? Is it smoldering? Blazing?
Long before picket signs and megaphones, there were bonfires, garlands, and spells whispered into the soil. Workers and witches alike knew that revolution starts at the roots. May Day is more than a political moment—it’s an energetic one. It asks us to remember the power we hold in our bodies, our communities, and our intentions.
You don’t need to identify as a witch to tap into this. That spark—that gut-deep “this isn’t right” or “there has to be another way”—that’s your inner rebel speaking. That’s your magic. This day is for honoring the workers, ancestors, and everyday people who keep saying no to injustice and yes to dignity.
Sacred Fire, Political Heat
In some traditions, Beltane’s fires symbolize passion and transformation. In others, May Day flames rise up as protest—burning away systems of harm.
Wherever you stand, the invitation is the same: Light your own fire.
Let that heat energize your activism. Let it burn through numbness. Let it spark your creativity, fuel your boundaries, and ignite your joy. Because joy, too, is resistance.
The Erotic Is Rebellious
There’s nothing more subversive than a person alive in their body and unapologetic in their desire. In a world that rewards burnout and disconnection, reclaiming erotic energy is a radical act.
And by erotic, I don’t just mean sexual—I mean everything that brings you back to life. That spark in your chest. That delicious “yes.” That boundary that says “no more.” The erotic is where life force meets discernment. It’s sacred, sovereign, and stubbornly resistant to being commodified.
So this May, notice what turns you on—not just in bed, but in your politics, your pleasure, your purpose. Let that lead you.
Ways to Celebrate and Resist This May Day
Whatever your entry point—direct action, quiet reflection, somatic healing, or community care—here are some ways to channel that fierce energy into something real:
Speak up – Contact your representatives about immigrant justice, reproductive freedom, and fair labor. Your voice matters.
Hit the streets then hit the sheets – Join a local rally, walkout, or protest. Or just show up where you’re needed. Fuck with abandon and enjoy your body in this moment. Presence is power.
Support the fighters – Donate time, money, or energy to grassroots orgs doing the work on the ground.
Reclaim your time – Strike, slow down, opt out—whatever feels like an honest refusal of business as usual.
Spread the word – Share stories, info, and calls to action on social media. Education is a spell, too.
Gather and grow – Host or attend a discussion, workshop, or circle. Change starts in connection.
Remember: real magic isn’t just about intention—it’s about action. Let’s do both.
A Wry Little Invitation
This May, wear your activist hat—or your flower crown, or your protest tee, or your pajamas. There’s no one way to be part of this moment. Whether you’re marching in the streets, tending your garden, or resisting the urge to scroll yourself numb, you belong to the rebellion.
We are the witches, the workers, the artists, the healers. We stir the cauldron of change in every tender, furious, joyful act.
With fierce love and fire,
[Your Name]
