Animism and Artemis and Althaea Sebastiani

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We delve into the mystical world of animism with special guest Althea Sebastiani, a full-time spirit worker and religious educator. Althea shares her personal journey into witchcraft, detailing how she developed her practice rooted in animism and witchcraft. They discuss the interconnectedness of all things, the importance of respecting and connecting with the land, and the spiritual realm. Althea also talks about her book 'Alive with Spirits,' which offers practical exercises to deepen one's spiritual practice. Additionally, the episode features a delicious corn dish recipe and an engaging discussion about the goddess Artemis.

00:37 Introducing Althea Sebastiani

12:46 Dish of the Week: Sumac and Sage Corn

14:41 Understanding Animism

39:41 Exploring the Deity Artemis

Althaea Sebastiani is a spiritworker and religious educator whose work focuses on helping people navigate the realities of deep spiritual practice. Their work is punctuated by strong emphasis on doing the work and encourages learning through direct experience. A spirit-led witch with nearly 30 years’ experience, their personal practice is land-based and devotional, focused on being responsive to the spirits of the land wherever their travels take them and doing right by the Gods Who have called them into Their service.

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