humble beginnings

hi guys. i have been studying magic for about 5yrs nw and i am still where i was when i started out. these are my predicaments:
first and most importantly, i am nigerian. here, you're either christian or muslim, magic and witchcraft are frowned upon in both faiths. this makes practitioners- and possible mentors and materials- extremely hard to find! that and i've never successfully had a clear mind for more than 5seconds! well, i know i'm not the only one studying the arts on my own, so i'd like to hear some of your experiences (that is; those of you with no mentors) so i can learn! So mote it be! please!

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Helpful Books:

"Before You Cast a Spell" by Carl McColman
"Spells and How They Work" by Janet and Stewart Farrar
"Modern Magick" by Donald Michael Kraig

There are also MANY helpful articles on the site! I recommend looking at highly rated ones that are by people who seem trustworthy or have a ranking (beginner, novice, etc.) You're welcome to message me if you need anything.

Blessed Be.
Lily

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Modern Magick bu Don Kraig is an excellent book if you are interested in ceremonial or ritual magick. If you lean to the more Wiccan side of things I suggest Wicca: A Year and A Day by Timothy Roderick. Both are excellent books that will give you a firm foundation in magical practices.

If you are looking for more of a correspondence course, Builders of the Adytum (www.bota.org) is second to none for Tarot, astrology, esoteric psychology and magick. Servants of te Light (www.servantsofthelight.org) is a great one as well.I am still looking for a good pagan/wiccan correspondence course to recomment people too.