Reimagining the Wheel of the Year

Reimagining the Wheel of the Year

Many contemporary pagan traditions, such as Wicca and Druidry, divide the year into eight equal pie pieces known as the Wheel of the Year. The Wheel follows the agricultural cycle which is acknowledged both directly and as a metaphor for the process of self-improvement and spiritual growth.

But in this time of ecological and environmental crises, practitioners of earth-based spirituality can move towards deeper interconnection and bring the Wheel of the Year with them.

Norse Mythology Children's Book Reviews For Pagan Families

Norse Mythology Children's Book Reviews For Pagan Families

The Norse pagan religion has some of the most captivating stories out there. Nordic gods are mortal and they have a wide range of emotions and real-life adventures. One of their most appealing qualities is they can be screw-ups!

I have been a parent for 38 years, an auntie, a homeschool mom, and public school teacher. Books are a part of my life. Learning about the Norse gods not only gives us a glimpse of their world but teaches us many life lessons.

Back To School For Pagan Children

Back To School For Pagan Children

New clothes, backpack, and notebooks. Some things are the same for all children at the end of the summer.

Your pagan child may feel anxious about starting a new school year with a new teacher and more advanced coursework.

Pagan children sometimes face challenges brought on by their lifestyle and/or religious life. They may face discrimination from other students or sadly even the teacher.

13 Celtic Tree Months

13 Celtic Tree Months

The ancient Celtic calendar is based on a lunar schedule and contains thirteen months in the year. In modern paganism, we united the lunar phases with the Gregorian calendar to give us a definitive time period.

The Celtic Tree Months are based on the Ogham alphabet and each month corresponds to a sacred tree. The trees are associated with deities, elements, healing, and certain areas of magic.

Rodnovery: Animal Totems And Spirit Guides

Rodnovery: Animal Totems And Spirit Guides

Animal totems and spirit guides were common among many pagan groups including the Native Slavic Faith.

Some Gods in the Rodnovery pantheon had really strong connections with certain animals. To some extent, they were even shapeshifters who came to our realm of living in the form of animals or animal spirits to interact with humans.

How to Setup a Norse Pagan Altar ( Complete list of supplies needed )

How to Setup a Norse Pagan Altar ( Complete list of supplies needed )

An altar is a space that you create for yourself that will represent your relationship with the gods. Our Norse ancestors had altars within their homes, often referred to as a Ve. It is a place where you and other members of your household can worship and honor Gods and Goddesses, perform rituals, and meditate.