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Working with Gods: How to Ditch the Dogma and Rewrite the Rules
Mystic South 2026 | Presented by Jamie Waggoner

Why work with the gods? As magical practitioners, working with deities gives us access to powerful, potent opportunities for inspiration, aid and assistance, mentorship, divine union, and a bone-deep sense of acceptance and belonging. So what does this look like, when we deconstruct patriarchal notions of worship and devotion, and rewrite our own rules of engagement? Jamie has been working with gods and other Unseen Ones in her magical practice for over 25 years. You're invited to join her for a lively discussion about how to approach working with gods, the types of relationships we can build with them, and suggestions for best practices. She'll share her personal journey within the context of her relationship with Hades, with plenty of time for Q&A.

This presentation is part of the Mystic South conference, July 17 - 19, 2026, in Atlanta, GA. From the website: “Mystic South is filled with workshops, educational abstract presentations, rituals, community building, and much more. With the backdrop of the grand city of Atlanta, be a part of our celebration of the diversity of the peoples and religious practices, both past and present, that make up our region.” Check out https://mystic-south.com/ for ticket info and more details.