Skeptical Spirituality (Or How I Infuriate the Universe)

November 29, 2020 By Lea Svendsen

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As a heathen nun, you’d think I’d be open to intense spiritual experiences. You’d be wrong. Read more

Hi, I’m a Head-Covering Heathen

November 12, 2020 By Lea Svendsen

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My pull towards veiling isn’t something that’s been asked of me, but there’s a distinct comfort and freedom in wearing the veil. Read more

When Grief Gets Complicated at Samhain

October 28, 2020 By Lea Svendsen

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When the air and leaves turn crisp and the humming of departed souls reverberates in our hearts, I tread carefully. Read more

Stop Trying to Reclaim the Swastika

September 25, 2020 By Lea Svendsen

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For some inexplicable reason, there’s been a noticeable uptick lately in debates around “reclaiming” the swastika. WHY?! Read more

What’s the Big Deal About Ancestors?

September 18, 2020 By Lea Svendsen

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Ancestor veneration: Who do we honor? What if they were a different religion? Why do it at all? Here’s a look at one heathen’s “how to” for hailing the ancestors. Read more

The Problem With Swag

September 1, 2020 By Lea Svendsen

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Not even altars are safe from social media envy. Just remember the gods need our attention and intent more than they need us to go into debt for trinkets. Read more

Community in Times of COVID-19

August 28, 2020 By Lea Svendsen

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Heathens are social beasts, and right now, we´re hurting. Here’s how we’re adapting during the pandemic. Read more

A Tomte by Any Other Name

August 16, 2020 By Lea Svendsen

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Whether it be a rosy-cheeked, bushy-bearded tomte or a Lenape tree spirit or an early 20th homemaker, we are surrounded by beings who care for the earth and those who live upon it, and they’re so very deserving of our gratitude. Read more

When Your “God Phone” Isn’t Ringing

August 11, 2020 By Lea Svendsen

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Feeling excluded from group chat? Worried your notifications aren’t working? Don’t give up if the gods aren’t talking – look up from the phone and see if they’re trying to get your attention in other ways. Read more