Calling all my Hoodooists to the floor!

October is #HoodooHeritageMonth, a time to honor the rich and powerful legacy of Hoodoo that so many of us carry in our everyday lives—often without even realizing it. Our grannies, aunties, and elders passed down this sacred knowledge wrapped in the everyday, whether it’s a whisper of a prayer, a sprinkle of salt at the door, or the herbs they insisted on keeping in the kitchen “for colds” and “protection.” Hoodoo is woven into our stories, family traditions, and the culture itself. It’s time we recognize this heritage as a spiritual gift, not something to shy away from or fear.

PBS recently aired a show called Ritual, where one of the episodes dives into Hoodoo’s roots and practices. It’s an eye-opener, especially for those unfamiliar with the traditions but who still practice elements of it, knowingly or unknowingly. From sweeping out bad energy to candle rituals for guidance and protection, Ritual brings light to Hoodoo’s beauty and depth. It reminds us that these everyday actions hold spiritual meaning and power, passed down through generations of resilience, wisdom, and love. This is why it’s so essential to reclaim these practices as our own, free from misconceptions. Hoodoo isn’t demonic; it’s a powerful, healing tradition rooted in African spiritual practices adapted for survival.

PBS recently aired a show called Ritual, where one of the episodes dives into Hoodoo’s roots and practices. It’s an eye-opener, especially for those unfamiliar with the traditions but who still practice elements of it, knowingly or unknowingly. From sweeping out bad energy to candle rituals for guidance and protection, Ritual brings light to Hoodoo’s beauty and depth. It reminds us that these everyday actions hold spiritual meaning and power, passed down through generations of resilience, wisdom, and love. This is why it’s so essential to reclaim these practices as our own, free from misconceptions. Hoodoo isn’t demonic; it’s a powerful, healing tradition rooted in African spiritual practices adapted for survival.

To celebrate Hoodoo Heritage Month, take a moment to try some of the prompts on the graphic from AfroMystic. Each prompt encourages a practice, reflection, or ritual tied to Hoodoo, helping you connect to its spirit and bring more awareness to your everyday life. Whether it’s setting an intention, cooking with purpose, or a little cleansing ritual, these prompts are there to help us embody Hoodoo as a living practice.

This Hoodoo Heritage Month, let’s come together, amplify the message, and restore order to the culture by honoring the legacy our ancestors fought so hard to protect. Hoodoo is a birthright, a cultural heritage, and a spiritual blessing—and it lives within each of us.