During the 1960s a gentleman once said, "Ask not what your country can do for you, but ask what you can do for your country." I believe that the same applies to Wicca and ones search for a group, mentor or High Priest/Priestess. Although their is much which you can (and should) ask of your Teacher or High Priest/ess remember that there are certain obligations which are expect of you as a student. Remember that learning is a two way process. The Student/Covener learns or is given information from the Teacher or High Priest/ess; however, since no one knows it all the teacher also learns from the student. In order for the relationship to work, both parts most do their share for the greater good of the whole. After "quizzing" your Wiccan/Pagan teacher about the basics (such as Who are you, Why do you teach, How long have you been a pagan or HP), time should be spend getting to the W/P teacher prior to your commitment. It is important that the teacher get a feel for the student and what they truly wish to study. Also does the teacher have something to offer the student. You certainly don't want to spend all the time and effort learning ways which don't feel right to you. So you should be honest, and the teacher in reflection maybe honest in return (Goddess hopes) to say that their group may not be what you need. Remember that not all people follow the same path. So once you have decided on the group or coven, you should follow some basic tentants. Perhaps these are common sense to some, but there are those of you who forget more than no again.
