Utiseta | Introduction into Norse Pagan Meditation

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[BeatrixBetwixt]

Forms of meditation are so needed for a connection to one’s self and their practice. I agree don’t dive in the deep end but walk in with each step till it’s deep enough to swim. When I am out I begin with having my clear purpose of why I am out there & from there I ask my fylgia to keep me safe on my journey as well as talk with the land wights of my purpose for safe passage and assistance if needed. When doing this work it’s important to feel safe in where you will reside for the period of time you are there. I do this all before I put my cloak & hood on. To me that helps symbolize my journey inward & cues everything that I’m ready to begin. It also helps me personally get into trance & a mindset cloaking myself from the “real” world & stepping into the betwixt. Something similar to Útiseta is the practice of mound sitting if you get the chance to check out.

[jakob]

Wonderful! I love to sit out in the woods for hours! Sometimes meditating sometimes not, it definitely helps me feel more grounded.

[PoppyRoseWitch]

You put SO much work into these videos, and it shows! I’ve been binging your stuff as I reintroduce myself to my practice after a hiatus. Thank you so much!

[sewso]

I've followed Norse Paganism for a while but never fully brought myself to it. It always interested me but I treated it in my mind like any other religion and didn't give it much thought. More recently I've found myself digging deeper into it, believing that I've been brought to your channel for a reason. Today, I went out to my backyard, which is beautiful woodland. I spoke to the Allfather and to Thor, telling them that I intend to integrate myself within their teachings. I drank and gave them an offering. Nothing really happened at the time. But later I went back to the same spot and looked up and 2 ravens were flying not far ahead of me. At this same time, I felt my heart beat faster and I felt an adrenaline rush.

I took that as my sign that I am on the right path. Not only because of the meaning of a raven, but also that I hadn't seen any other birds this morning in this area, and these just happened to fly over.

[jeremyparkerson]

I have been seriously interested in and researching Norse paganism for about 3 years now I just found your Channel it has been a lot of help thank you

[SimonFalkentorp]

I have been practicing Udesidning (in danish) on and off for almost 40 years now. The whole point (for me) is to be as remote and isolated as possible in nature, which is not easy in Denmark. Alone in the Dark you (hopefully) discover that you are not so much alone after all. I never associated útiseta with meditation but maybe it is. I listen to the wind, the leafs, the water, and the animals. A friend of mine always did it with her newborn baby, her husband guarding them from a distance. Sitting Out with someone you love is special and strengthen bonds.

[sonny]

I notice a lot of overlap between Buddhism/Tibetan culture and Paganism/Northern culture. The main difference is that Tibetan Buddhism has been well-preserved whereas most of Northern Paganism has been wiped, morphed, burned, buried or demonized. The overlap in the importance breathwork and meditation in many of these spiritual practices are truly fascinating. Thanks for the video!

[Sapoguapo]

This was an excellent description of this practice. Great video as always!

[_kmCarter]

This idea is totally rad. Loving all the new details you introduce with each new video.

[Sekhmetmerti]

I am a Celtic Pagan(just converted), but find your videos very informative

[alexanderizzard]

Sometimes I find myself meditating with out knowing. Deep thoughts turn into Utiseta when I research the ways of the Norse.. śkåł ❤️

[runeguidanceofthenorse]

My family has practiced this my whole life. :) l also do Årsgang.

[Gallowness]

"Sitting put" is an important tool to clear your mind, especially when you need to make an important descision.

I would not suggest chanting or working with the runes while "sitting out." Many new heathens dive into the runes too quickly. The younger Futhark should be use solely for writing while the elder Futhark is for "magical" work (magical not in the sense of Harry Potter, but that is a much longer discussion).

What I would suggest for "sitting out" until you have some experience is to keep it simple.
1. Find a good spot in nature, preferrably alone.
2 sit in silence, alone, facing east, from sunset to sunrise. Do not move from the spot, so sit comfortably. For a beginner start in summer where it is warm and nights are shorter.
3. Do not eat, but bring som water
4. Make sure you do not get cold.
5. Do not think. Do not force anything. Simply let your senses work for you and let nature work through your senses. After some hours alone in the dark, your mind will become more sensitive and your senses sharper.

The connection to the Gods and spirits is not verbal, although many neo-heathens focus on the source material and written and spoken words. Words are solely a human tool to help us.

Once you have good experience with "sitting out, " you could make an outsitting, focus on a single rune from the elder Futhatk. Carve it in something, write it on your forehead, trace it on the ground where you sit. Focus on rhe image of the rune, the name and the direct meaning. But do not force it. You may not get any insight, but you will still get closer to the rune.

Fasting one day before the outsitting can also be great.

Writing english with the younger futhark is not natural because of the sounds but anyway...

ᚴᚢᛏ᛬ᛚᚢᚴ᛬ᚢᛏᛋᛁᛏᛁᚾᚴ

[SimonFalkentorp]

The breathing thing for me is a way to let spirits in. Say that you seek Signs from animals, and an owl land on a branch close to you, and you want to make a connection. Then you could Invite the owls spirit inside you by looking at the bird, inhaling (7), close your eyes while holding your breath (for the owl to “grab on” to you), and exhale from mouth. Now you are an owl …

[Jerewolf.]

Loved your videos since the beginning. Keep them coming brother

[MikefromTexas]

Actually those Buddhist Monks in statues (mummies, technically) ate an incredibly specific diet for at least a decade, simultaneously decreasing how much they ate, before purposefully sealing themselves in the statue. The diet helped with bodily preservation.

[DrOctogonapus]

I’ve been trying Norse paganism. I will definitely have to try this

[Rinyotsu]

Ive been feeling a calling to do this but have not gotten ahead enough in my chores and work to be able to do it but I hope to soon.

[jjejet]

Hey Jacob, awesome topic and grea video (again)!
Please consider either sharing the guided breathwork from the Yule gathering, or creating your own guided (Utiseta or) breathwork videos 🙏
Thank you for your hard work and energy you put into every video, skal!

[jackietripp]

I have been an avid drummer for about 25 years. i collect percussion instruments like people collect stamps. I would love to host a guided meditation on my land in n.c. :)