The term "fluffy bunny", or the variant "fluff bunny", is used within Neopaganism as a humorous and derogatory label for someone who demonstrates a tendency to express his or her spiritual (usually Neopagan) beliefs in a New Age or "sweetness and light" manner. Adherents to Wicca and other Neopagan religions who tend to focus primarily upon the most accessible or emotionally uplifting aspects of the faith, while downplaying the more serious, traditional aspects, are often dubbed "fluffy bunnies" in a manner similar to usage of the term fanboy/girl. Others use the term more narrowly, as a designation of someone who is "willfully ignorant" [1]. Neopaganism or Neo-Paganism [1] is any of a heterogeneous group of new religious movements, particularly those influenced by ancient, primarily pre-Christian and sometimes pre-Judaic religions. ... New Age describes a broad movement characterized by alternative approaches to traditional Western culture. ... For other uses, see Wicca (disambiguation). ... Fans of Janet Jackson, at Much Music in Toronto The word fan refers to someone who has an intense, occasionally overwhelming liking of a person, group of persons, work of art, idea, or trend. ... Fans of Janet Jackson, at Much Music in Toronto The word fan refers to someone who has an intense, occasionally overwhelming liking of a person, group of persons, work of art, idea, or trend. ...

The phrase is also sometimes used expansively within Wicca as a descriptor of all of Eclectic Wicca by those who define Wicca more traditionally[2]. The term "McWiccan" has also been used to disparage Eclectic practitioners[3]. Usage of the phrase "fluffy bunny" is also common in other Neopagan religions, and in some cases, it is used as a description of Wicca in its totality (or close to it), owing in part to a skepticism about Gerald Gardner's claims of historicity.[4] Eclectic Wicca is a widespread branch of Neopaganism, in which followers, most of whom are Solitary Practitioners, include multiple aspects involved in various Wiccan traditions. ... The cover of Witchcraft Today, in which Gardner made the disputed claim to have encountered religious witchcraft survivals in England. ...

Wiccan author Silver RavenWolf, whose books have been criticized for simplicity and shallowness, is often referenced as a prime example of a "fluffy bunny". [5]. The neutrality of this article is disputed. ...

The term "fluffy bunny" can also be used in a light-hearted manner as a self-identifier by Neopagans. This is often done as a criticism, or a mocking, of a perceived tendency towards excessive seriousness or melodrama in the Neopagan community. Self-deprecating humor, they note, is a way of letting off steam.

In the same lexical field as "fluffy bunny" is a "Wanna-blessed-be", which originated on the television show Buffy the Vampire Slayer episode "Hush", as a combination of the Neopagan salutation "Blessed be" and the derogatory term "wannabe". It more precisely means someone who gets involved in Wicca or other Neopagan paths as a fad or form of rebellion rather than out of actual religious devotion. Buffy the Vampire Slayer is an American cult television series that first aired from March 10, 1997 until May 20, 2003. ... Hush is the 10th episode of season 4 of the television show Buffy the Vampire Slayer. ... Blessed Be is probably the best know Pagan expression. ... A wannabe (sometimes spelled wannabee) is a person who likes to imitate, or even wishes to be, another. ...

An older variant of this term, and possible etymological forerunner, is "Pink Fluffy Bunny." Another term that is similar in form and usage is "Dances With Bunnyrabbits," which has its origins in the humorous piece "A Field Guide to Neopaganism."

Another meaning of the term "fluffy bunny" in regards to wicca can refer to a person who identifies themselves as a practitioner of wicca, but who fails to understand the deep commitment to self examination and education that the tradition demands. To change or bend reality, one must first change themselves. This requires confronting and moving past fears, doubt, patterns of self destruction and ignorance. Rituals are sympathetic magic that can help the practitioner achieve this through harmony with the Universe.

Other uses of the term

Fluffy Bunny was also a character very briefly featured in an episode of the cartoon show The Simpsons. The Simpsons is an Emmy and Peabody Award-winning American animated sitcom created by Matt Groening for the Fox Network, becoming one of the first hits for the network, and is one of the most successful and critically acclaimed television shows ever produced. ...

The Fluffy Bunny Track Club is a men's grassroots track club located in Santa Monica, CA. Location of Santa Monica in California and Los Angeles County Coordinates: Country State County United States California Los Angeles Incorporated November 30, 1886 City Council Bobby Shriver Robert Holbrook (mayor) Ken Genser Kevin McKeown Herb Katz Pam OConnor Richard Bloom Area    - City 41. ...

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• Popular spoof -- Fluffbunny Trad!
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• Pagan Fluffy Rehabilitation Center