Shamanic Ways, part 1

[freyasman]

For a few weeks now I have been asking Freyja and Freyr to take me to my next level of training as a Seidr Man. As of today I gained clarity in what the next level is for me: a deeper understanding and practice of shamanic ways. I have had a basic understanding of shamanic ways for a few years and now it is time to go deeper, wider and farther than

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[devitahanet]

You're the first male Seidr worker I've heard of, so this is encouraging to read. I'm excited for you !

Speaking of shamanism, check out this guy if you haven't already:http://www.ravenkaldera.org/

[devitahanet]

Forgot to mention his partner Josh's LJ page, where they're asking for submissions for a Frey devotional:
http://cauldronfarm.livejournal.com/

[freyasman]

Yeah, I have only met a couple myself. My hunch is that our rarity has something to do with the general (Neo)Heathen,especially Asatru (Icelandic or otherwise), (narrow) mindset when it comes to Seidr in general and men practicing Seidr in particular. What can I say? The practice comes quite naturally to me. Besides Freyja chose me. I love my path, challenges, ecstasies and everything in between.

Yes, I'm familiar with Raven Kaldera work-very interesting. Thanks for your comment!

[duchessatreides]

Go for it if you feel you should. And don't let some stupid stereotypes stop you. Gods know I've been getting some bullshit lately...

[freyasman]

Bull shit makes great fertilizer! ;)

[duchessatreides]

Not for the brains though!

[freyasman]

LOL! I guess it depends on how we use it. At times I have found my own and other's BS great fertilizer even for my brain.