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7. Next time you are at a bookstore or library, march right up to the counter and ask where you can find books on Wicca and Paganism. Do not whisper.
8. Choose the most open-minded family member you can and tell them. Find out how they think other members of the family might react. For an excellent book that can help them understand, check out When Someone You Love Is Wiccan, available at Willow Grove Magickal Shoppe.
9. Read a Pagan book in public.
10. Attend local discussion groups to connect with other Pagans who struggle with hiding their faith. Can’t find one? Start one. Chances are there are other Pagans in your midst wishing there was one they could join, too.
The important thing to remember is that when you take these steps, you may be the only Pagan someone has ever come into contact with. You are representing all of us. You must be friendly, non-confrontational, and you must be able to explain what Paganism is (and is not) in clear and simple terms without being defensive. Hold your head up and know that you are within your rights to have your beliefs and should not be forced to hide it.
While it is nessecary in plenty of cases to remain secretive when you are Pagan for some very real reasons, all of us can look at this list and see at least one step we can take. Every time society sees us, really sees us, we not only honor those who have sacrificed for our freedoms, we shine a light on every Pagan everywhere, and the whole Pagan community benefits.
As a practicing Wiccan for many years and owner of a Pagan store that operates online and in the Indianapolis area, Anna Maria has insight and knowledge of the greater Pagan community, its interests and its needs.
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