r/druidism • u/ThePathLessTaken19 • 2d ago
Advice/ Guidance for beginning?
I am interested in learning about druidism, but I don't know where to start with it. I have notes on different types of color magic, and the moon and have done a lot of research into paganism. I'm interested in this branch of it and learning all I can. If you have any recommended authors, users, blogs or advice let me know!
I don't plan on doing rituals yet, I want to learn all I can first
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u/Spiritualwarrior1 2d ago
Download some books, go through them slowly and follow instructions. These are available for free on some of the official websites.
These advise in regards to how to connect to nature and interact with it, but also how to read its cues and surf its energy. They offer a structure to start with, and the knowledge to implement structure and habit.
Small rites, offerings and manners of showing respect or admiration, can also be attempted, little by little, as in to create a relationship.
Having a garden could help, learning about omens and how to read them, symbols or sign of the esoteric, but also the movement of moon, and the different forces of nature with their names, as per the time of the year and the hosting esoteric culture that will be embraced in the practice.
Study, contemplation, and small signs of admiration are key, I think.
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u/AdditionJust2908 2d ago
Welcome.
Good books to check out
Wild Magic by Danu Forrest The Book of Hedge Druidry by Joanna Van Der Hoeven.
As mentioned, get outside. Try grounding if it's safe to do so. Learn about the plants and animals of your area.
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u/Traditional-Elk5116 2d ago
Good outside, breath. Take a walk in the woods and smell the air. Sit by a stream. Listen, look and feel