In Hoodoo, it is believed that everything around us is permeated with energy - people, animals, plants and even objects. Hoodoo practitioners learn to feel this energy and influence it.

Hoodoo combines elements of magic and religion, but is neither quite one nor the other in the traditional sense.

Hoodoo comes from the African-American tradition and is a blend of various influences - African beliefs, Indian practices and even elements of Christianity. It's such a melting pot where magic and spirituality intertwine to create something unique.

@shaman So is it a bit like voodoo?

@dorotinka The two terms are often confused, but they are not the same thing. Voodoo is a religion with a rich pantheon of spirits, while Hoodoo focuses more on the practical side of magic - herbalism, amulets, rituals.

Hoodoo can be said to be such "folk magic," passed down from generation to generation. There are no priests or temples in Hoodoo, anyone can learn its practices if they have the right teacher and the desire. 

And is it dangerous? 😨 In the movies they always show some voodoo dolls and evil witchcraft....

@dorotinka Movies often present a distorted picture of Hoodoo. Like all magic, it can be used for a variety of purposes, but Hoodoo is primarily about helping oneself and others, about harmony with nature and spirits.

Of course, as in any tradition, there are darker aspects, but most Hoodoo practitioners focus on positive activities - healing, protection, attracting happiness.

And where could I learn more about Hoodoo? Do you recommend any books or websites?

@dorotinka There are several good sources of information. From books I can recommend "Hoodoo Herb and Root Magic" by catherine yronwode or "The Conjure Workbook" by Harrie M. Midwest. On the Internet, you can look for information on sites dedicated to African-American culture and spirituality.

Remember that Hoodoo is an oral tradition, so it's best to learn from an experienced practitioner. If you meet someone who does Hoodoo, you'll have a chance at authentic knowledge 😉 .

And could you tell me more about the amulets in Hoodoo? How do they work?

@dorotinka W Hoodoo amulety nazywane są mojo albo gris-gris. To zazwyczaj małe woreczki z ziołami, kamieniami, kawałkami drewna i innymi przedmiotami, które mają przyciągać szczęście, chronić przed złem lub pomagać w osiągnięciu konkretnego celu.

@dorotinka Amulet musi być "naładowany" intencją tworzącej go osoby. To tak jak z zaklęciem - bez skupienia i wiary w to, co robisz, nic się nie wydarzy.