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Mundane Magic: A Lazy Witch's Guide to Hacking Your Brain, Building a Daily Practice, and Getting Stuff Done
Transform the mundane tasks of daily life into intentional moments of magical self-care, with spells, rituals, and exercises that work
with
your brain, not against it—from the co-host of the
Demystify Magic
podcast
Are the dust bunnies and clutter in your house getting out of control? Do you put off cleaning your shower curtain or organizing your closet until you can’t ignore the mess anymore? Imagine turning these mundane chores into moments of magic, where sweeping the floor or folding laundry becomes an act of spiritual connection and enchantment. But how do we bridge the gap between the ordinary and the extraordinary? That’s where Mundane Magic comes in, to help you focus on the intention behind your actions and tap into everyday magic with simple rituals and mindful moments, like whipping together a coffee spell for abundance or clearing out the stagnant energy under your bed.
Initially a skeptic herself, Molly Donlan’s journey took an unexpected turn when chronic hip pain led her to Reiki and the intersection of science and spirituality. She’s been where you are, overwhelmed by the weight of daily stress and household chores, but by injecting boring tasks with a sense of novelty and fun, she found magic practices that worked for her and her ADHD brain, rather than against it.
Organized by rooms around the house and divided by the level of difficulty, Mundane Magic shares fun and actionable tips, exercises, spells, and rituals to create micro-moments of magic and motivation. You can organize your chores around the moon cycles to optimize cleansing and creativity, whip up an easy simmer pot for the motivation to tackle that pile of dirty dishes, or turn a minty shampoo into a spell for mental clarity.
Mundane Magic offers a fun approach and empathetic support for productivity around the house and reclaiming joy and creativity in the process.
Are the dust bunnies and clutter in your house getting out of control? Do you put off cleaning your shower curtain or organizing your closet until you can’t ignore the mess anymore? Imagine turning these mundane chores into moments of magic, where sweeping the floor or folding laundry becomes an act of spiritual connection and enchantment. But how do we bridge the gap between the ordinary and the extraordinary? That’s where Mundane Magic comes in, to help you focus on the intention behind your actions and tap into everyday magic with simple rituals and mindful moments, like whipping together a coffee spell for abundance or clearing out the stagnant energy under your bed.
Initially a skeptic herself, Molly Donlan’s journey took an unexpected turn when chronic hip pain led her to Reiki and the intersection of science and spirituality. She’s been where you are, overwhelmed by the weight of daily stress and household chores, but by injecting boring tasks with a sense of novelty and fun, she found magic practices that worked for her and her ADHD brain, rather than against it.
Organized by rooms around the house and divided by the level of difficulty, Mundane Magic shares fun and actionable tips, exercises, spells, and rituals to create micro-moments of magic and motivation. You can organize your chores around the moon cycles to optimize cleansing and creativity, whip up an easy simmer pot for the motivation to tackle that pile of dirty dishes, or turn a minty shampoo into a spell for mental clarity.
Mundane Magic offers a fun approach and empathetic support for productivity around the house and reclaiming joy and creativity in the process.
352 pages, Hardcover
Published February 17, 2026
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About the author
Molly Donlan
1 book27 followersMolly Donlan is a Reiki Master Teacher, crystal healing expert, yoga teacher, and co-host of the Demystify Magic podcast who has dedicated her life to helping others unlock the transformative power of energy work and alternative healing modalities. With a background as an advocate for survivors of sexual violence and as a former skeptic of all things woo, Molly emphasizes the importance of trauma-informed care while teaching Magic through a blend of science and spirituality.
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February 15, 2026
This was exactly what I needed and definitely what I didn’t know I needed. The ease and accessibility Molly has gifted within this book is wonderful. I look forward to reading it again and continuously using it as a reference book.
February 18, 2026
To the skeptics, yes, this is actually worth reading! Whether you believe in all of the witchy, magical stuff or not, this book is incredibly useful because it is based on real psychology! I love the author, Molly, because she has the perfect blend of spirituality and science, and explains it in an easy-to-understand way. Personally, I’m new to my spiritual journey and I’m still somewhat skeptical about some things. You don’t have to subscribe to ALL of the beliefs for this book to help! Go in open-minded and see where you end up.
I love how this book is that it teaches you how magic works & how your brain works, so that you can take advantage of your own psychology (in a good way)! It makes tasks that seem overwhelming feel manageable, even when you’re burnt out. I can’t wait to see how the little things in my life change as I implement ideas from this book.
Truly, there is no better piece of media than this book when it comes to self-care and healthy productivity. It makes self care and house chores fun, or at least, less of a chore. It brings a whimsy into the mundane, which is so important especially now.
Neurodivergent or not, witchy or skeptic, anyone will get something from reading this book.
I love how this book is that it teaches you how magic works & how your brain works, so that you can take advantage of your own psychology (in a good way)! It makes tasks that seem overwhelming feel manageable, even when you’re burnt out. I can’t wait to see how the little things in my life change as I implement ideas from this book.
Truly, there is no better piece of media than this book when it comes to self-care and healthy productivity. It makes self care and house chores fun, or at least, less of a chore. It brings a whimsy into the mundane, which is so important especially now.
Neurodivergent or not, witchy or skeptic, anyone will get something from reading this book.
February 21, 2026
Mundane Magic is exactly what I needed!! I struggle with being really, REALLY hard on myself when my home isn't sparklingly clean... and, it never is (hint: I'm pretty hard on myself regularly). Not only is Molly excessively relatable, down to earth, and silly throughout the book - she is validating and realistic. I may not be able to do everything in a day, but the book is so full of reminders of all the things I can do (and get to do)! Plus, turning mundane, everyday tasks into building my daily witchy practice? Dooooopamiiiiiine, IYKYK. Just like she teaches in her Reiki classes - 2 minutes a day is better than 60 minutes once a month... totally ready to make a Motivation Simmer pot and lock in! This book is *Chef's Kiss*
February 18, 2026
Just received my copy today and I am unbelievably excited. As a long time supporter and follower of Molly, I can confidently say this book is going to be helpful for ANYONE who struggles to keep up with life and home tasks for any reason. As a neurodivergent individual who really finds motivation through spirituality, this is so perfect for me. Making otherwise mundane tasks more fun is critical for someone like me and I can’t want to give this to friends and family who can benefit too!! The resources available in this book are so valuable and it’s clear so much time, intention and care went into the creation of this in every aspect. -Cassidy
February 21, 2026
As someone with adhd who was raised by a neurotypical mother I always felt like something was wrong with me for lacking motivation to tidy up.
It just didn't click for me the way it did for my mom and I didn't see clutter the same way as she did.
This also meant I never learned to clean in a way that was sustainable for me. Following Molly's mundane Magic series has been a game changer for me and now this book has filled me with more whimsy, inspiration, and motivation
It just didn't click for me the way it did for my mom and I didn't see clutter the same way as she did.
This also meant I never learned to clean in a way that was sustainable for me. Following Molly's mundane Magic series has been a game changer for me and now this book has filled me with more whimsy, inspiration, and motivation
February 21, 2026
The best witchy self help book ive ever read! So helpful and absolutely beautiful! 10/10 recommend!
molly did an amazing job at combining science, magic, amd the mundane!
molly did an amazing job at combining science, magic, amd the mundane!
February 19, 2026
If you're neurospicy, if you struggle with where to start in cleaning, if you just hate cleaning, if you want to add a little magic to your life, if you love when your house smells amazing, if you don't know what to do with those lonely socks... this book is for you. This book is for everyone!
February 18, 2026
Amazing book with practical tips for all! Whether you’re just dabbling in the magical or a season witch, a squiggly brain or “typical” brain… there’s something for everyone.
February 18, 2026
Omg! If you struggle with keeping up with all the things in your to do list. If you think you have to always be productive and you're drowning anyway. If you want a more intentional way to approach life and your your spiritual practice. This is the book! Made for the squiggly brained and neurotypical alike. It's where science meets magic AND gives you permission to do it in the way that resonates with your heart, your values and your needs. Mundane Magic is excellent and Molly Donlan knocks it out of the park on the first try!
February 23, 2026
This is probably the prettiest book I own. I've been looking for a witchy book I can use as a reference rather than one I have to read linearly and it's so easy to do just that with this book. The layout is not over-stimulating, making it so easy to peruse for what I need to read.
And the lunar chore charts in the back!! Come ONNNN. Molly delivered the whole package. But honestly are we surprised?!
And the lunar chore charts in the back!! Come ONNNN. Molly delivered the whole package. But honestly are we surprised?!
February 17, 2026
This book is life changing.
Period.
It really and truly is the lazy witches guide to existing.
Filled with ways to make Mundane daily crap you have to do anyway and turning it into Magic.
If you're looking at this book and thinking "I wonder if this will work for ME? I've already got a few self-helpy organizing books and they didn't work." I promise you the answer is yes. Get this book.
Period.
It really and truly is the lazy witches guide to existing.
Filled with ways to make Mundane daily crap you have to do anyway and turning it into Magic.
If you're looking at this book and thinking "I wonder if this will work for ME? I've already got a few self-helpy organizing books and they didn't work." I promise you the answer is yes. Get this book.
February 22, 2026
This book was amazing! It’s helped me come up with tons of low energy spells and get stuff done. I made the Thai cucumbers and I already made 2 simmer pots! User friendly and fun!
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