01/14/2026
Landvaettir, in Norse myths, are spirits that live in natural areas and protect them. They can bless or curse you. I have always walked around in the woods, or in the fields where I grew up, feeling like I was in good company when I was the only physical being around. There's not much that can explain that feeling, at least in lay terms. Its comforting to me, especially in times of real world chaos, to turn to the myths of cultures much older than mine. Its not exactly the "simpler times" mentality, and I have never subscribed to the mindset that, hundreds or thousands of years ago, people were just "not as intelligent", and therefore believed in the unbelievable. 🌲 The land, for now, is a constant thing. Its quiet fills my mind with good noise. I go outside and put my hands on the ground, on trees, and close my eyes. Maybe the landvaettir are listening, touching back, sending what I hope are blessings. I don't pray, but I made this little painting in the closest thing to prayer. Go put your hands on the earth, if you're feeling hopeless right now. The land spirits, and I, are sending you love.
