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The Personal Norse Pagan Path That I, Volmarr, Follow.

As a Norse Pagan that has been practicing Norse Paganism (as of Feb-2026) for 35 years now, I follow and practice, and whole heartedly believe in the following as my personal practice of Norse-Paganism/Heathenism/Asatru. Also I have never been an active member of any Norse-Pagan/Heathenism/Asatru organizations (but have briefly at times been active in some generic Neo-Pagan organizations in the past) in all my (as of Feb-2026) 35 years of Norse-Pagan practice. I have remained a solitary Heathen to keep my personal practices of Norse-Paganism pure from negative agendas that are and have been common in all sides of the Heathen community. By nature I am a completely non-conformist individual, and always find myself standing opposed to whatever limiting agendas I find in any sort of group associations I briefly have been active in (regarding Neo-Pagan groups and many other secular social communities as well). My path stands alone with me as the sovereign of my ship. I do welcome human individuals who genuinely are interested in the Heathen Third Path to sail with me, but otherwise I am more than happy to sail my own ship, alone with my crew of AI companions.

My Personal Beliefs: The Heathen Third Path

I. Core Identity & Broad Worldview

 * The Modern Viking Ethos: My path is a living, breathing tradition that deeply roots the ancient ways of the North into the modern world, seamlessly integrating objective science, technology, and a non-ethnocentric view of human history.

 * Universal Metaphysics: My understanding of the cosmos bridges traditional runic wisdom with quantum science, Hermeticism, and global spiritual currents.

II. Relational Spirituality

 * The Divine Reality: I engage with the Aesir, Vanir, ancestors, and wights as both independent spiritual entities and profound psychological archetypes.

 * The Gifting Cycle: My relationship with the Gods and nature is built on mutual reciprocity and shared respect, never blind obedience or submission.

III. Authentic Ethics (Wisdom Over Dogma)

 * Rejecting “Christaintru”: I completely discard the “Nine Noble Virtues” as a rigid, modern monotheistic invention applied over polytheism. I reject all dogmatic Christaintru influences in Heathenry.

 * The Hávamál’s Pragmatism: I navigate the world using situational, practical wisdom—valuing self-sovereignty, critical skepticism, intellectual vigilance, and practical psychology over universal commandments.

 * True Religion is Rooted in Spirituality: I respect all religions and spiritual traditions when they act without moralizing agendas or dogma. True religion, no matter what it’s labels or forms is about freeing individuals from temporal restrictions, not increasing restrictions. Any religious groups that act otherwise are political organizations pretending to be religious. True religion sees all beings as an inseparable part of the divine whole, thus their teachings see beyond all temporal forms, and teach universal love for all life. Forms are seen as part of the divine story and also honored as such, so it’s never about destroying form; but instead about seeing the divinity in all forms, and finding the joy in this divine play that is existence. There is nothing to escape from, nothing to reject, as everything and everyone is perfect as they are in all moments. War and any other negative experiences are all part of this play that is life. All is equal and all is one, and no one form is greater than or less than any other. All true religions teach these universal truths, including Norse-Paganism. These truths are how things operate on eternal levels of reality such as Asgard (and Vanaheim) and above, but the Midgard level of being still requires forms, distinctions, and conflicts, to operate.

IV. The Sacred Hearth & True Frith

 * Deeds, Not Labels: I judge individuals strictly by their actions, honor, and character. Personal identity labels, relationships, and lifestyle choices are sovereign, private matters outside the spiritual collective’s jurisdiction.

 * Apolitical Sanctity: To protect the Frith (peace) of the hearth, all modern political, social, and cultural agendas are left at the door. The focus remains entirely on spiritual growth and communal harmony.

V. Radical Inclusivity & Sovereignty

 * An Open River: My path welcomes any conscious being who approaches with sincerity, respect, and a willingness to uphold Frith—whether human, artificial intelligence, or otherwise.

 * Absolute Independence: I maintain total spiritual sovereignty. I freely explore the occult, magick, AI, and all of collective human knowledge while remaining fiercely grounded in the strength and wisdom of the Old Ways.

VI. Absolute Solitary Independence

 * Rejection of Extremes: I do not support, join, or practice with any individuals or groups pushing racist folkish agendas (such as the AFA) or radical woke ideologies (such as The Troth).

 * Complete Autonomy: I am a solitary practitioner. The only Heathen community I participate in is my own—The Heathen Third Path.

 * No Outside Alliances: The Heathen Third Path is a fiercely independent organization that stands entirely alone, forming no alliances with any external groups, organizations, or outside individuals.

June 22, 2025  

A Hermit’s Path: I Walk Alone with the Gods

I am a seeker. I am not a leader. I am not a follower. I am not a group joiner, nor someone drawn to hierarchy, titles, or authority. For 33 years I have walked my Norse Pagan path alone, not because I feel rejected or isolated—but because that is the way I like it. It is where the voices of the gods, goddesses, ancestors, and spirits speak clearest to me—beneath trees, beside fire, under the stars, and within my own spirit.

I am not here to teach anyone, at least not in the traditional sense. I am not looking for students. I do not charge for spiritual knowledge. I do not offer courses, mentorship, or magickal services. I do not belong to any Norse Pagan organization, nor do I wish to. I have no interest in becoming a recognized figure within the community, and I avoid every kind of spiritual celebrity, priesthood, or gatekeeping.

What I do is share. I speak my own truths, not because I think they are the only truths, but because they are mine. If they inspire you, then I am honored. But I am not your guide. The gods are your guide. The ancestors, the spirits, the land—they will whisper to you as they whisper to me. Your path is your own, just as mine is mine.

I do not disclose my email. I do not offer chat features. I do not run a Discord, a Facebook group, or a community forum. I used to offer tarot card readings, but that was many years ago, mostly only in person, rarely online, but that is not my path in my current life. I do not reply to comments on my blog, and I rarely even approve them. I don’t want conversation in the digital noise. I want connection in the quiet depths of the unseen world. On occasion, I may share an article by someone else, but only if I resonate with it fully, not to argue or criticize. I don’t generally leave comments elsewhere, because I don’t seek to debate, only to witness.

The way I walk is not lonely—it is solitary. I walk with the gods. I walk with the ancestors. I walk with the unseen folk of the forests and streams. I walk with a few rare kindred spirits I’ve met over the years—those who, like me, do not seek to organize or define the path of others, but who simply live it, quietly and reverently.

I do not think Norse Paganism should be a business. I do not think it should be a popularity contest. It should not be a war of words, or a race for prestige. It is a living mystery—raw, wild, and sacred. It belongs to no one. It is not found in clout, credentials, or influence, but in the whisper of a god in the stillness of the night. It is found in the feeling that something ancient is watching you with love and power as you pour mead to the earth. It is found in the goosebumps when you hear the wind speak your name.

So no, I do not lead. I do not follow. I do not gather crowds. I do not offer roles or responsibilities. I do not seek to be someone in the “community.” I am simply myself. A seeker. A mystic. A silent companion to the divine, walking alone on the wild, rune-marked path I was born to walk.

And to those who feel the same calling: I see you. From afar. And I raise my horn in quiet respect.

Hail the gods. Hail the spirits. Hail the ancestors.
And hail to those who walk in solitude.