RUNE SCHOOL FOLK HEALING QUEER MYSTICISM WITCHCRAFT

enter the den: portal to the mysteries

Tending the Mystery is the den.

It is through this container of deep magic, warmth, and protection that Espen Artio lovingly supports seekers in their own divine explorations.

Informed by the magic of the Northern Mysteries and Old Norse mystical traditions, Espen encourages you on your spiritual path, rooting deeply in the soils of Ancestor-–both the human and Other Than Human.

As we remember and reweave the old ways, we do so with a foundation that roots itself in an explicitly anti-oppressive, anti-kyriarchal perspective that is animist, liberatory, and queer.

At the root of this work in ourselves and in the world, may we seek to honor and tend to the absolute necessity of old things called forward, being made new through gratitude, accountability, compassion, and liberation.

  • My journey with the runes led by Espen has been a deeply nourishing and healing experience. The runes have so much to teach us, remind us, and ask of us, and Espen provides the framework and safe place for this unfolding. They are a knowledgeable, intuitive and kind teacher who I am infinitely grateful to have found.

  • Espen has a warm and comforting energy that makes it easy to open up and connect. They provided containing when needed and helped me begin a beautiful journey with my ancestors. I cannot thank Espen enough for this gift!

  • Espen's herbal goodies deliver a big warm hug from the earth and Ancestor

  • Espen walked me through a ground-breaking first step into my spiritual journey. They provided a safe place for me to access vulnerable feelings and questions with an open, non-judgmental, compassionate, and loving presence. I was able to develop a connection to my ancestry and further root my spiritual beliefs with clear next steps and tangible goals for my journey.

  • I have had the privilege of working with Espen in ritual and healing sessions and I cannot recommend their services enough. They truly hold a container of strength and compassion, and I have been able to heal deep ancestral shadow and wounds working with them over time.