My First Contact with Witchcraft

Hello everyone! Today I'm going to share with you a little bit about myself. I've never quite done this before, so here it goes: My first contact with WitchCraft. I do hope you enjoy this video and may it be useful and, perhaps, inspiring.
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The special introduction to this video was entirely made by myself, as always. I wanted to create a melody that is both "dark" and eerie, to fit into the mood of the season but also somehow expressing the very content of this video in relation to my childhood background.
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[@wolfranger7340]

"Ants? Those little fuckers that sometimes storm the pantries looking for sugar." That was so good, I was laughing really hard. Great video Arith.

[@ssnowak0714]

My grandmother raised me and on the outside, she was "Christian". As I began my path towards witchcraft, I for one began to realize, I've always been here and just didn't know it. The second thing I realized was that my grandmother "did things" too. Things that I view as witchcraft. The more I think about it, the more it makes sense. I love your videos. You have taught me so much! Granted, you didn't owe anyone an explanation, it was very kind of you to share!

[@ArithHärger]

It seems our elders were into some strange stuff, hehe. Where I come from, in particular, surprisingly witchcraft was widely accepted and "normal" until at least the 40s of the past century, but it seems mentalities have greatly changed after WWII. There are particular well-known witches of the late 18th and 19th centuries over here that even appeared on newspapers and were interviewed by Tv reporters, and never in a derogatory sense but actually accepted, and such cunning folk left a considerable amount of apprentices who carried on The Art. But my great grandmother wasn't such a person, not a known one like those others, per say. I would never have considered my own great grandmother to be a witch. I mean, as I said in the video, I don't think she would consider herself to be that too, but indeed the traditional folk magic she performed can clearly be called "Witchcraft". People have been called witches for less lol. It's still very strange to me, especially because it's me. Not that I don't have a hand on traditional folk magic, but it's just that it always seemed to be a reality that has not been this close to me aside from what I already do on my own. I don't know what to think of this. Because of the video, I've received a lot of messages from people who want to help and they have figured it out better than I did. Let's say that what I've gathered today left me more disturbed than before. Thank you very much for your feedback and your supportive worlds. Best wishes to you and yours!

[@yangpiao849]

@@ArithHärger This reminded me of something Clif High (who isn't exactly an occultist per say) said - which was that the powers that be seem to want to portray anything of actual spiritual power/significance as kooky, not to be believed or seriously acted upon, etc. Supposedly it's fine to simply observe such things through movies, cartoons, and books, and maybe dabble shallowly as a teenager and then quickly phase out of it, but actually basing one's life or actions around such things (dreams, visions, premonitions, etc) seems to be socially conditioned against in this age that most cannot publicly mention such things without significant backlash, gaslighting, etc. You are permitted to merely view it through the glass of a screen, but direct involvement is strongly discouraged. Clif also has some interesting views about the powers behind the world wars which also ties in the aspect of spiritual vibrancy (and societal freedom of its expression) being suppressed/repressed. Sarah I have also noticed the same thing more or less - that Christians also do their forms of magic (rituals, prayers, songs, etc) just under the brand of Christian, though the actions themselves (of people of various beliefs) share a belief in the power OF belief via words, rituals, etc. I am not particularly for or against any of those forms of magic (for lack of better word?) - just noting that they seem similar in that light, and I do find it curious and fascinating that people seem inherently drawn to some form of it (whatever works for them, or is most compatible with their beliefs/experiences?) and that it does often seem to have noticeable results, at least depending on the belief/actions of the participants.

[@kadinmay]

@@ArithHärger Don’t be disturbed my friend! Everything we have and know is a blessing.

[@shannenreisewitz3459]

​@@ArithHärger I see you grappling with mysteries intertwined with important relationships to your mind and heart (and guts!) I can only imagine what it must be like to keep digging into your own darkness of lost memories and accept what comes up while testing and checking all probable angles.

[@kristinb4010]

@@ArithHärger I would love to learn more about these people.

[@captaincoolness55]

Arith, if you made an album with music like at the beginning of this video, I would buy it so fast! You're very talented! 😊

[@vil4038]

agreed, I enjoyed it too!

[@ArithHärger]

You are most kind, friend. Thank you. I would like to make an album, but I was thinking about something a lot more raw and prehistoric, almost primeval, if you take my meaning. I had plans for that, but the pandemic thew me off the mood. I may yet do that at least. Thank you friend :)

[@captaincoolness55]

@@ArithHärger Thank you! I didn't know you already wanted to make one. I would gladly buy an album like that, too. You're one of my favorite people on KZbin, and I recommend your videos to anyone who has questions about Norse society and who also shares the religious beliefs. May the gods bless you, brother! 😊

[@mstreech]

@@ArithHärger DO IT!

[@stephenjones7090]

@@ArithHärger I rather see you play a tagelharpa. I enjoy your talks. Thank you Arith

[@cyclicallivingoz]

“The wise only speak of what they know”. The problem is when the wise are intimidated to speak of what they know…or the loud and ignorant insistently shout over the wise. I enjoyed what you spoke of at the beginning. Anyone I've ever considered a teacher of mine, is ultimately someone who's words gently guide me back to being able to hear the wisdom of my own soul. I felt like a bunch of us were camped around a fire and you picked up your guitar, played for a bit, and then you shared with us a childhood story, half shrouded in mystery and hazy memories. Thanks Arith for sharing! :)

[@ArithHärger]

You are right my dear friend. I often think about all those people who were gone too soon, and all the things they could have shared with the world but it was never possible, either because they died or because they did not have the best opportunities to shine and thrive. But there are also those that come, once in a while, to share really good information and their voice is muffled by shyness, or they are intimidated, or being sensitive and not coping well with people's quick judgment and prejudice. There are wonderful minds out there that don't get to express themselves as it should be, and that makes me sad. I've met people with great potential, but sadly they did not have the best opportunities in life, and it is frustrating not having the power to properly help them. Thank you for your feedback my dear friends, as always :)

[@leonardogomes7165]

@@ArithHärger I really fall in many tears now... touched my heart deeply. Many thanks for all 😔🙏

[@bluelava4282]

Nicely quoted

[@darznieks89]

In the old Baltic pagan beliefs, especially in Kurland toads where venerated, together with swamp turtles. They were associated with Laima, the faith goddess.

[@wasseemhaidar3447]

A lot of people seem to have grandparents involved in this. I grew up in a home of Muslim beliefs with my grandparents my aunt, and a wandering witch used to visit. My grandparents had gypsy tattoos that intrigued me. They told of feeding the wandering women who would do readings and hand tattoos with charcoal poking. They remind me now of the druid symbols. Of the wanderer who would come in my time, she read the coffee rinds and candles, made talismans, and other divinatory practices with a muslim tint. This intrigued me very much. I used to be the wanderers favorite and she would praise me and bring me gifts. I learned many wise things in my 6 years abroad. I haven't recalled these events since they happened. I'm glad you shared your story, and inspired me to reminice the days of old. Arith, if you feel comfortable doing so, I would love to hear more of your experiences. I send you love from the usa. May the gods smile upon you my friend ♥️🥰

[@wasseemhaidar3447]

"Those little fuxkers that sometimes storm the pantries for sugar" hahaha good one arith. May the ancestors be with you

[@jenniferhill1882]

“That’s life get used to disappointment” now that’s a statement to take away. Thanks for your videos.

[@billsb77]

You're describing the fabled Toad Bone Rite here, sir. An interesting resource for this rite is The Leaper Between: An Historical Study of the Toad Bone Amulet by Andrew D Chumbley.

[@blablblaaaaaaaaa]

yes exactly that's another reason why i wrote the comment about the cultus sabbati,even if i'm no way an expert of that tradition i cann see the validity of what it points to,which it's the same for every great tradition and order no matter left , right or croocked or narrow it's just a different to the ultimate same truth and realization.

[@davidblue78]

So who was summoned?

[@billsb77]

@@davidblue78 I would recommend researching the rite itself for an answer to that. It's too much to type out in a KZbin comment; but the short answer is "the devil".

[@davidblue78]

@@billsb77 But how would you define "the devil" ?

[@iainmelville9411]

If you have a large percentage of Celtic d.n.a. Your ancestors will walk with you and watch you. The ancestors always do. Trust me in this as I have had experiences in my life ( since childhood, in fact ) that have taught me this. Trust your first instincts about weird, or unusual, experiences - your first intuition is usually the right one. I know you would know this, but everyone needs to be reminded of this from time to time.

[@autumnsimril535]

99 years old! There are sayings - "Only the good die young" and "Evil never dies". That seems to have been proven out by my family as well.

[@CoachDoug714]

And then there's my great grandmother who lived to 101 and was wonderful. Be careful about generalization.

[@solararias]

I absolutely love your presentation of "PRIVACY". It is of today's highest belief that one can share all and be known by all. This idea is largely true, but often lacks substance. Who deals with information will often go unknown and who deals with the cult of personality can be known, loved, and hated by all. Many blessings for you and those in your private sphere.

[@onyxdefortuitous2783]

4 months later, I'm BACK! And relistening to this absolute CLASSIC. The atmosphere he conveys is SO Enchanting, that I just KNOW I will listen to this, again and again over the course of my life, almost like a traditional tale, similar to how during the holidays, my family always listens to an old record of : "A Child's Christmas in Wales"*, and it just gets better and better each time. 💓 * (Or also, the beautiful ghost story, "The Shepherd" read by the incomparable : "Fireside" Al Maitland 🤓)

[@Raurie4]

"the wise only speak of what they know" I... am not a wise creature. This was fun and a interesting look into one of your own stories. I always love hearing stories about others so thank you for sharing with us.

[@emanuelabarani6570]

I love this. When I was very young, my grandma used to tell us bed time stories from her youth and my favorites involved conjuring the devil. She was from a remote village in the mountains, civilization had not reached it until 40 years ago so the stories were genuine. Power is addictive and when you have as a witch, sometimes you slip and use for evil. In Romania, where i come from, women/ witches went so far as to use the hair of a dead relative to bring harm to a family. The interesting thing here is that this is categorized as common folk knowledge, as something that you do when someone"deserves" to be punished. Romania still has a lot of the old practices, a lot of them involve herbs and precious metals and all of them require a ritual and incantation. I find it funny that you doubt your memory Arith, just like you said (one year later after you posted this video) the problem with modern sorcerers is that they themselves don't fully believe it.

[@roseblossom3048]

Lovely intro.🎶🎸 Enjoying my autumn oats, and Earl Grey. Apples, cranberries, walnuts, coconut sugar, spice and everything nice 🧚‍♀️lol We have those purple berries here in TN, too. I used to play with them as a child, making all sorts of concoctions with my potion bottles and whatnot. 🧙‍♀️ Here's an interesting tale from my past of a spiritual encounter that wasn't very pleasant. One night as a teenager i decided to go out and find a place to sleep in my car cause i needed to get out of the house. I parked behind a church, hoping it would be safe there. I climbed into the back with my pillow and blanket, and tried to go to sleep. As soon as i layed down the whole car started rocking side to side, and it felt and sounded like 20 or so people were circling around the car and pushing on it. I had my eyes closed, but it looked like lights were flashing, as the light from a street lamp was being gone in front of over and over by whatever was circling around. And I heard the feet of these things stamping in the grass and leaves around the car.... so of course I went back home... was pretty intense, but not the last spiritual encounter. 👻

[@belladonna70]

thank you Arith, i admire you .

[@onyxdefortuitous2783]

Kind Sir, and if may be so bold, my Dear Friend : I echo your traditional greeting to us, with which you start each video, and that warms my Heart each and every time I hear it. Thank you for this fascinating glimpse into your origins!! But please TRUST and KNOW : Your fans, enthusiasts, students ... Already have everything they truly need to know about you - as your Soul speaks to us directly : through your Righteous Guitar, your Sacred Axe. Your Spirit comes through in EVERY DETAIL of QUALITY you weave into your work, your Madness, your Ferocity for Knowledge, your Clarity of Language, and most especially your RELENTLESS, low-key ***hilarious jokes*** !!! We see them all, and love them. You have IMPECCABLE TASTE - {{{ The Art in your Videos is Absolutely Enchanting AF, btw }}} And THAT"S what's UP!!!!! You Rule, Dog. I want to be a Vegan because of you. Your Esoteric-Twilight-Initiantion-Left-Hand-Path Kindles the fire in my OWN Hearth-Cult Altar ALU my dear friend, ALU

[@dayc801]

What he said Totally agree Yup

[@crazy1234573]

Thank you so much for sharing, you really don't have to do that. In my experience growing up in a strict Christian family I was moved to a different place to grow up. My family always thought and believed we were Native Americans so I did a DNA test. Turns out my heritage is of Scottish and Welsh decent. I've always felt close to the goddess Diana even being pushed into going to church. I recently moving back to the area where I was born and instead of feeling bad about my beliefs I feel stronger about them. Things happen for good reason. My gratitude for your life story telling.

[@gnostic268]

It's interesting that your family thought they were Native Americans. Your DNA test probably only tells you part of it. Most people who get positive Native American DNA results are actually getting results from a small percentage of Central American Indigenous people and mostly South American Indigenous heritage. There is not a large enough group of North American Native people who have been tested to prove any connections to tribes in the U.S. or Canada. There were early tests run for DNA but once tribes figured out that the results were going to be used for other purposes than for health care like diabetes, etc most tribes unofficially banned DNA testing. There are too many ancestors bones in university drawers in the Anthropology Departments for most Native people to trust DNA companies. Finland (FINLAND!!!) recently agreed to return the human remains of Native people they had been holding onto for decades. Why would Finnish people need Native American human remains? 🤔 So my point is ~ you could possibly have had an ancestor who was from one of the tribes in the area. Many of the Scottish immigrants married into the tribes around Appalachia. I have close family friends in the Midwest who did their genealogy and discovered a Native woman in old family pictures. They had thought they were Scotch-Irish and German. Most people in the old days hid their Native heritage because Native people had no rights and their children were taken away to residential schools whether or not they had a white or black parent besides the Native parent. The Five Civilized Tribes in the southeast USA were called that because they accepted Christianity. The ones who didn't ran off and kept to their ceremonies. Many tribes who had members die from disease and land dispossession, joined up with the Creek Confederacy including the Natchez and Hitichiti. My in-laws are descended from those people. They were considered Uncivilized and they blended in with other runaways who didn't stay with the tribe when they were removed to Oklahoma. If you know your genealogy and can trace it far enough then you might be able to find your Native relatives if you have any. Some non-native people like the current governor of Oklahoma paid to get listed on the Dawes rolls (census of Native American people) so they could get free land. Elizabeth Warren's family also paid to get land but weren't on the official rolls. Usually if there are rumors about family heritage, then there is some basis for it.

[@crazy1234573]

@@gnostic268 wow! Thank you so much for the information. It does make sense that there is not enough DNA for proper testing. My great grandmother was assaulted in her youth that resulted in pregnancy. That could be a reason for secrecy. Thank you again, very good information.

[@rick1rj2rj3rj]

I'm from Brazil and here our experiences with witchcraft are very different, but some similarities remain and these are indicative, perhaps, of something common to everyone on earth. We have in Brazil some witchcraft related to toad, but this one you reported never heard before. As for the dead toad being a fairy gift, as your grandmother said, I believe she was somehow giving back or returning this gift in the forest. About the strange and black figure in the river is something I have never heard before, but perhaps this figure would be representing the incarnate representation of the forest invoked by the reception of the reciprocated gift, in this case the frog bones. I loved how this story was told, full of meaning. I thought it was really cool to share this story with us.

[@grafinvonhohenembs]

This was such an unexpected, yet absolutely wonderful video. It was really cool of you to share a story like this with everyone, especially since that is not something that you ever really planned on doing. I also had a childhood experience with what I would refer to as witchcraft. It didn't have anything to do with toads or anything, so I unfortunately cannot try to help yo solve your mystery there, but it was sonething that always went with me throughout my life and always made me wonder and rethink things. A few years ago, I did happen to come across a scientifically tested and proven reason for what I had experienced, so I no longer have this dark veil of what ifs and other questions following me around in the back of my mind, but I definietly know what it is like to grow up having experienced something like this and always wondering. I definitely respect your privacy and would understand if this were a one time thing, but it would definitely be interesting to hear any other stories like this that you may have had. I think it woudl be fascinated just to hear more about what it was like to grow up in a village like that, even if no witchdraft and magic were involved. Thanks so much for sharing, Arith. May you enjoy ther rest of this lovely October and have a wonderful Halloween! :)

[@agentredfox]

Thank you for feeling safe enough to share your experience. Hope one day you find all the answers you are looking for within that.

[@ernamoller175]

Thank you Arith for sharing something personal. Keep on digging !

[@dianebrear7104]

Arith, this was so interesting. Your great grandmother performed what is called in the some of the British folk magic the Toad Bone Rite by all intents from listening to the description of what you experienced and as you later found out. It is so interesting how our ancestors "gift"us with insights into these practices. My grandmother was very Christian but there were certain sayings and things that you did or were not allowed to do in her home - which I put down to superstitions. When I was able to study Irish Magic a lot of those practices were there and made sense. Oddly my grandmother comes from Cornwall not Ireland but I've not done my dna tests yet. Ignore the gossips... your video was inspiring.

[@mindfullchaos]

Your forest, stone walls and flora are so familiar to me all the way here in Kentucky. What an absolutely beautiful place. Thank you for sharing this piece of yourself.

[@Miguel_Gabriel_]

Thanks for sharing. Sometimes all you need to do to remember something important from your past, is by listening to someone else’s story. Eventually someone reminds you of a similar event. Connecting the dots is pretty magical itself. I am sure we all have those moments of enlightenment where we are like; Oh yeah! That’s why I am like this, or that. Or; Ah I see why I had to get my heart broken so bad…! 🕵🏽‍♂️ And so on.

[@annalisalundberg4561]

Hallå där, Arith. Thanks for this video, it takes courage to speak about oneself in a world full of people showing themselves as fishes in an aquarium, and more courage in trying to dig in the past and in old traumas, trying to distinguish episodes that happened from images that the brain produced for whatever reason. I don't want to idolatrize you, but I feel proud of your efforts. You truly are a living example of what it means to constantly try to get better. About the toad, it reminded me of a thing that I've read many times. If you find a dead toad or a frog, you need to put it on and anthill until it's clean, then search the bones for two peculiarly shaped ones, one looking kinda heart like, another shaped as a hook. I don't want to put how they're used here; still, there is no river or stream involved, so it's probably something different. Wish you the best (and loved the shots in the countryside and the woods, dang, I hate to live in a city!!), kramar från Rom

[@angelaarsenault]

Thank you so much for sharing. What an intriguing story about the frog bones and the figure! My mother is of British descent and was raised Christian but she also taught me a lot of “strange” things, like healing things on my body with just my own hands. It’s interesting to think about where these old ideas originate.

[@nikbl4k]

i would buy this book, cause you have a beautiful way of describing the frog bones, the unusual flowing up the stream and the dark shadowy figure... its like, the beginnings to a very cool magick book (especially the way you pan to different areas of the woods creates this whole world of images and feelings, that would otherwise need to be described in words to capture its otherworldly essence

[@seoige2257]

Your whole video was a pure pleasure, thank you for that. Your description of your childhood is not very dissimilar to rural Ireland decades ago... Minus mountains and forest. Your saying that harsh people makes for harsh land is deeply profound and true. I'm not one for dark entities, but I have felt deep fear in the preliminaries to meeting otherworldly guides, who present the (sacred and benevolent) gift behind the pain. Water now speaks clearly to me, and light beings come from it with healing. You are a deep, intelligent, kind and brave soul. It seems to me that you were gifted greatly regardless of the fear.

[@morriganwitch]

Please make an album . Thank you so much and such an appropriate time of the year xxx

[@katrinthorsdottir7514]

Thank you for sharing my dear friend; this video was interesting, informative, and very brave of you. I for one value what you have to share, and love how you encourage everyone to think for themselves. This seems to be a skill that is sadly lacking these days. But I’m an old lady of 52 years and I think differently. I value your input and point of view, while still evaluating what I think about it. Uncovering our traumatic past is a long and difficult journey, but can give you a sense of peace once able to see it more clearly. You are a strong, brave man for delving into what I have heard referred to as shadow work. Where we do the best we can to drag the shadows from our past, out into the light so that we can more clearly see them for what they are. Sometimes these things surprise us as we find out that they are not as we originally believed, some have been more harmful than we knew while others may have been less harmful than originally thought. We won’t know for sure until we get them into the light. Be strong, be brave, trust those you feel closest to for help and support where needed, but don’t ever doubt that you are good enough. Take care, Kat (just a friend from the internet)

[@kellybelair3107]

Arith, I truly appreciate the time and energy you devote to sharing your knowledge and perspectives. I've learnt so much, you are loved my friend and very much appreciated. May the universe shower you with tons of Love and laughs and gifts you constantly as you gift us with every video!!! Much Love Buds

[@saltysiren1511]

You're awesome, it makes me giggle when you cuss, thank you for sharing!

[@nnonotnow]

Thank you for sharing this part of yourself and your story. Doing so, especially in this social media environment, can make you feel vulnerable to criticism. Your willingness to be vulnerable is a sign of strength. It helps me and I'm sure others who view this channel feel more connected. Much respect. Your story reminds me of my grandmother. I was always in awe of her. She came from a different time and place. Having lived in an isolated rural area without modern amenities for most of her life. I was very young and I remember her killing a big bull snake who was stealing her chicken eggs. She carefully hung the dead snake over a fence. Later I found out that she did that to predict the weather. I still don't understand how. She knew about plants and where to find them at certain times of the year. She made a poltis and put it on a burn I had. She was always stern and didn't seem to have any soft edges but I always felt safe with her. Thanks for what you do

[@katrussell6819]

Thank you for sharing this story. My dad had a more "practical" toad/frog story. As a kid working on a farm he got his right index finger caught in a corn machine. It was shredded and bleeding. Instead of taking my dad to a doctor and having the finger cut off, my uncle ran to the frog pond and caught a frog, skinned it, and wrapped the skin around what was left of the finger. It healed well with only some damage to the nail that made it a bit twisted. I was very skeptical of this story for a long time until I read in a scientific journal that toad and frogs have antibiotics in their skins. Folk medicine used to use them a lot. Blessings to all.

[@spikewillow4552]

Nothing happens by chance, there is a reason for everything brother. Thank you for sharing the more personal side of you.

[@robgau2501]

Great story. I definitely know what it's like in the country. I was raised with farm life on my family farm. People don't realize how dark, and quiet, it is out in the country. My advice is to follow your intuition. It's one of the most powerful things we have. I think you saw what you say. You sound exactly like someone who did see something otherworldly. These words about whether you really saw it, etc... The very way the entire thing is so difficult to make sense of is the best evidence that something did actually happen. You wouldn't be struggling to piece this together if the event was Mundane and nothing strange happened. I've always had one foot in the other side and this story is exactly how this usually sounds. Something certainly happened. You're frozen in that night. I'm sorry for the trauma in your life, man. I understand that too, unfortunately. You have no idea how much we have in common. Thank you for sharing. You're a great person, Arith. You'll makes sense of this. You're wise. Of that, I'm certain.

[@gypsy1588]

I recently subscribed to your channel and have enjoyed viewing so many of your videos. Thank you for sharing this private part of your life and I also enjoyed you showing us the forest in all its delight.

[@cleoh666]

My grandfather befriended a panther (or some big cat), living in Argentina, and one day it attacked someone who was riding a horse. His father killed it and forced him to eat a meal of the animal 😭 it is so rough out there and Christianity is so often weaponised to control and harm. I appreciate your authenticity and I would love to see more of this type of video in the future, but only if it feels right with you and your values 🧿

[@rickruivo]

The weird thing about making videos about ourselves is that we are always changing, we change opinions and live new things, i unlisted almost all my videos because i don't identify myself with the 1 year ago me for exemple. But it's good to make videos about us, we can see how much we have changed :) keep up the good work!

[@lakaishacann]

The music was so badass I love it. Thank you for sharing that showed bravery and vulnerability. I appreciate your growth 💚💫🌿your videos are amazing.

[@riot.9]

Listening to this type of stories from someone who thinks from many sides is like a breath of fresh air. I would love to hear some more.

[@witchespagansofangusw.p.aj9352]

Thank you Arith.

[@andrewjenkins9965]

Not to idolize, but I do appreciate your work. Still... I always enjoy stories of strangeness, so I also appreciate this glimpse into your life. The thing about the toad bone, or something floating against the stream sounds familiar. I can't remember where I heard about it though. As for the figure in black... very curious.

[@ekkehardzimmer8393]

Thank you Arith! I love your videos and I learned so much. Again thank you for the gigantic work you do for us!

[@AntonSlavik]

lol By the power invested in me by absolutely nobody, I declare "look it up Brenda, it's a thing" to be a meme Happy Samhain to all! Don't forget to *insert local tradition here*!

[@vertoviaflaneuse]

I love the ambience in the end, complete silence, but with the sound of the soul of the forest echoing and you looking around, seeing your own memories and reliving them. Thanks for sharing this. And damn, that guitar playing was awesome!!! I want moreeee.

[@wesleysale1052]

Perhaps you will have some more encounters soon. It's a fallacy of the current cultures that "to know something" you only need to have a clear explanation of it. We grow and learn thru experiences: zen priests are constantly belittling students and others who insist on having an explanation for everything. The music is very good too. :)

[@kikynessanez5060]

I usually don't comment You know I watch all your videos and follow your social media I, as a reserved person myself, agree with you that you are entitled to your privacy. There's life outside internet Internet and social media are not real life, the latter is what it matters. Real life is where we live and have all loved ones. The rest is just bits and pixels, and bad perception how life really is Sending you all love and good vibes That being said. I loved this video and reminded me how I get into Wicca, Heathenry and Witchcraft I was raised by my grandmother who was christian. But as I grew and moved with my mother in my teen age I left christianity behind and started seeking my inner peace I fell into Wicca thanks to a friend. And from there it all just fell in place and found my practice today. As you know I'm sigynswoman and lokean and found my inner peace in it All your videos are for share the knowledge you have and allows us, your public, to learn more Blessed be and huge hugs from here

[@ArithHärger]

Hello my dear friend! You have made a comment so this video may have indeed been special to you, hehe. You may not always comment but I know you are there, and we talk through Instagram anyway :p I remember when this channel had like 50 subscribers almost 5 years ago, and I made the Sigyn video for you, and you made the Latin-American subtitles. Glad to know you are still there. All the best to you and yours!

[@kikynessanez5060]

@@ArithHärger OMG that's so wonderful that you remember it You are such an amazing dude and your videos are so full of caring details I did those subtitles with the same love you put on the video Blessed be!

[@XENA_O_VANIR]

I love the intro….Plus I too am a Witch….My mom was one under cover. She worked with plants, animals and in the home. But she was a woman of the outsides. Never pay attention to people who are just jealous. I wish my mom would have let me know of all of her talents. I’m still learning and miss her…but I know she is always with me…..I love you and all your work…..I have always appreciated all the education you have provided. It really helped me understand so much. All the stuff you teach here is the same from which my mom talked about. I hope you stay teaching us for as long as you can. Meeting you would be totally awesome. But I know that isn’t possible. My husband and children would be just over the moon to do that if it was possible. Take care!! Be safe!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️ Oh and my favorite holiday is and always will be is HALLOWEEN!! 🥰👻🍂🍁 Autumn as well.

[@stephen33]

Arith. I liked that song. You are really talented. Please consider making a single video of that song.

[@michaelconnaireoates5344]

A very analytical and logical man it seems that spirituality throws stones in that but we grow always

[@B.117th]

"People went to church." Goat ...stares into camera. Love those woods! Cold, dark and beautiful. Welcoming, a hint of menace. Private folks thrive in a places like that. Wandering the woods.. Thanks for sharing. Much appreciated. Great video as always. You're a natural teacher,.

[@kristiesmith2556]

Absolutely love the music video and you best treat

[@fractalshift]

Toad magic is also popular in Cornwall. Something I have read myself, the books of Gemma Gary might be interesting for you. "The Black Toad" talks about the magic of the West Country of Cornwall.

[@Tallas47]

I wanted to thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge. I love your content. Thank you again

[@BethDoublekickChick]

For some reason the algorithm thinks your personal life is more interesting than the rest of your videos, As this is the first time in months that you have appeared in my feed. My apologies for not actively seeking your videos, as I've learned that this is the only way I can truly be "notified" from the channels I am truly interested in. Hmmmmm 🤔 Anyway, good to see you again mate, no doubt I have a bunch of your videos to catch up on now 😇

[@benhancock8143]

I like hearing about your talks about your family and your experience. While my German grandmother was still alive she always told me about Genetic or cell memories like when I craved some certain food from Germany or Norway that was only from that area that I have never had. She had a certain feeling about me because one I never went to church or I refused to go. Or I would try to make certain things I would ask for or about. She passed away before she got to say any more .

[@irina9846]

Your story is quite amazing, I am very impressed. Music is wonderful. Thanks for sharing.

[@bettinanielsen6336]

It is always a joy to hear a rational person tell a story that doesn't fit in any known category except, uhm, a special one. When I experience things like this I always stop and go - wait, your mind is playing tricks on you etc. Now I just accept it for what it is, interpret it as is, and use it as well as I can. I don't worry about it anymore. It is what it is. I won't get more personal than this. Oh, and I always enjoy a good tale, and you are a very good story-teller.

[@ivettmaroti8927]

I find your story very intriguing. Thank you for sharing it. I especially like how you try to find the meaning behind the happenings of that specific night. This approach is one of the many reasons that I am following your channel. I have my own strange encounter from my youth which baffles me ever since.

[@anastasijakuznetsova6441]

I love the intro music! Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge. You are very good in explaining complex topics.

[@pauladee6937]

Thank you Dear Arith.. I'm so grateful for you. I remember back we I first starting learning from you. Of Course back then an Algorythim. . and the internet called you N...z.. I'm like what the Hey?? The mainstream Idustrial.. Comppex the are doing it to All the people. In all fields History, Archaeology etc. Oh thank you so much for sharing your story.. O understand the Trauma.. Love you and You are worthy of love

[@northwindstorms]

This story was fascinating to listen. What an atmosphere you created! Many thanks for sharing. 🤗

[@northwindstorms]

Also, I just looked up the frog in Hungarian lore and found a custom recorded by ethnographer Éva Pócs (Magyar Ráolvasások I., 1985, pg 69). Rough translation: "A love spell. A girl shall place a green frog upon an anthill; on the third day the desired man shall be ointed with the bones. The following must be recited: he shall find no peace / as that frog didn't find peace on top of the anthill." Probably very much unrelated to your story though :D

[@niamhhannon1580]

It's quite possible, I'm Irish and we will still refer to the fairies. Like making sure to leave some berries for the fairies when harvesting or if you've lost something out in nature twas the fairies . . . Makes me curious myself to look for anything to do with toads but so far my understanding of witchcraft in Ireland was never called witchcraft. We have stories of curses and traditions to keep us safe from them but Ireland didn't really have much witch trials when it was rampant through Europe, the culture here I believe was not afraid of the otherworld and the goings on of things unseen. We honoured it but with care as we knew not to disturb the fairies. We also have a myth of of the 'will of the wisp' which was seeing glowing lights or figures on your walk home in the dark. Was said to be related to the fairies. What I later found out was that decaying animal corpses in the forest can give off bioluminescent gas which made me think of your glowing frogs bones but that's just an interesting speculation.

[@Stormkloud54]

Dar Arith, I feel honored that I was able to watch your video talking about your person. You are soothing, and you are a lovely person. You have a great sense of humor. You are so intelligent, and compassionate. You command an audience. You are a beautiful being. I wish you well, and I hope you will always know that your audience loves you dearly. Be well, be safe, and see you in the next one.

[@davidhunt8685]

That was fascinating, not all dark reclusive entities are malevolent.

[@Zanthxs]

You know ants well like I know snails and slugs out here in the countryside of rural, northern Spain. Splendid video and mirrors my own great grandmother Roman Catholic who raised in this tiny, remote village was very in tune with Nature. Thank You Arith. Very cool guitar composition. Mesmerizing.

[@emeralddawn4644]

Thank you for sharing. I’ve always enjoyed your channel. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and wisdom and some of yourself. You are an amazing person. Many blessings

[@dereks8930]

Your intent,and message has not changed from day one. A feat in this day. Thanks for everything!

[@landru49]

Thank you for sharing your story

[@birdmadd8137]

Thank you Arith for sharing your experiences. I guess I needed to hear someone else talk about these kinds of experiences, to help clarify some things. It's a hard journey delving into the self, as well as healing and trying to understand more. I hope you find what you need. Wish you well

[@trbldnc]

Keep it Private!! BIG BIG LOVE your channel.

[@blackthornsloe8049]

The images that you use as thumbnails for your videos are so beautiful . Also , your dry humor cracks me up .

[@Heerendra61]

Vegetation looks like Mediterranean or Southern European Atlantic. I think that your location is Portugal northern part of Portugal. Thank you so much Arith for your very very interesting and inspiring videos and of course for sharing with us your vast and impressive knowledge on Norse, Asatru. Hail to our Gods and Goddesses. Hail to our Heroes. Hail to our Ancestors. Hail to our Asatru Faith.

[@wayneabetes]

Those woods are beautiful. I wish I still had super rural places like that. Here in the US, the closest thing I have to that is some miles from where I live and I have to pay to stay there😢. Your "backyard" is where I should hope to live out my final days

[@abbylane6435]

Fascinating and very meaningful to me, much also changed for me after an experience with a dark man/figure. I would love to hear more of your experiences. I truly appreciate that you do not try to interpret what you do not know. Thank you very much for this video, you truly shine.

[@davifks]

Thank you for sharing. Great video, as always 🥰

[@jamesfindice2871]

Toad made me think of Hecate. Mark Alan Smith has written about her. Anyways, this different approach to a video was refreshing! Whisk you all the best on your path 🙏

[@icykittenlunatic1122]

Thank you Arith. 🐸

[@markedis5902]

My respect to you for opening up to us. I hope that you feel you can do something like this again

[@stephenjones7090]

You are so good - thank you

[@Fionhalach]

I like your approach to draw no fixed conclusions. And to name a lot of possible exolanations without just taking one. A really rare and great ability!

[@NA-jg5pv]

I really appreciate your videos and the knowledge that you share with us. I love how objective you are and thoroughly enjoy your presentations, especially your humour and candor when you present. I can’t tell you how much I value your channel.

[@teresafigueiredo]

The experiences that we acquire throughout life, make us know the world, the people, we must learn from it and evolve, following what we think is right or avoiding making the same mistakes, this learning is essential to also pass on knowledge to others , and at that time the world had already had many other changes, and we will have to know how to accept and, if necessary, change! Thank you Mr. Arith for your sharing, I found it interesting and mysterious!

[@ForestGirlTeresa]

Thank you for sharing this fascinating yet disturbing facet of upbringing, Arith. Your mention of the evil in some people's souls and the harsh realities of your young life affected me. And that dark figure in the trees was really sinister...

[@mariaruiz348]

Thank you!, For sharing your private space with us!!!! Very much appreciated! 🌒🌕🌘

[@BlackZtar1]

Very interesting! 🐸 This was like a perfect, witchy, dark, short-story 👻💜 Thank you for sharing!

[@sharonprince6364]

U r so right with everything u have said. No ones business but ur own. Just cause ur on internet does not mean u owe anyone anything. Especially ur personal business. U r here to try to inform those of us who want to know about those topics u discuss. Its hard for people, they always get used to people and then they do revere them. But I get it. No one should put anyone on a pedestal.

[@ladykoiwolfe]

This was really interesting. Thank you for sharing.

[@BenSou66]

Thanks for sharing. 👍

[@sherriefisher9009]

That was a beautiful story thank you for sharing.

[@augustaj3952]

Very interesting 🐸🌿 The ancestry bit explains a lot 😄😉

[@elainemblakely282]

Greetings from the Texas Gulf Coast, USA. Thank you for sharing this story.

[@christinapabers6040]

Thank you for sharing in your usual humble and loving way

[@erikaaltensee5358]

💜 Your beautiful, authentic expression creates a beautiful learning environment. Thank you for sharing yourself. This personal narrative helps me look reflectively on my teaching practices. 💜💜💜

[@Evja777]

Thank you for sharing.

[@suegreenan906]

Arith, I fully believe that night was your first initiation. And the entity you felt was an important part of defining your life. Keep on exploring your past, it will come clear at some point, don’t give up. I also feel strongly about inherited wisdom and understanding…could be your Celtic ancestors are waiting for you to contact them? Keep traveling the path. Sue greenan

[@hildolfrdraugadrottin7279]

Nice Warlock! I had a florescent green one with a reverse headstock I played for years. It was one of my favorite guitars. I'm not really into witchcraft but I was with a serious witch for a little over five years. She had a huge library and I ended up reading all her books. It's pretty interesting but i find it hard to believe most of it. I do believe in the spirit world because of numerous experiences with what most would call spirits or ghosts. They definitely exist and some can interact with them. It's probably not very wise to do so for most people. I've only known true fear a few times in my life and twice was because of messing with things that I shouldn't have been communicating with. It's true that's it's a lot easier to get them to come than it is to make them leave. You might think you've sent them back only to have them appear years later.