as the gods intended

tas, he/him. helpol blog. main is @t1oui

[wordsofthemuses]

pinned/intro post

hey im tas (he/him), this is my hellenic polytheism-centered blog. im somewhere between a beginner and intermediate helpol and am a mix of recon & revivalist

worshipper of aphrodite, zeus, and hekate

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Do research. Go watch some videos about your craft, read blogs, go on wiki.

But whatever you do, don’t use ai to do anything for you.

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Not everything is a sign from the Theoi but the Theoi are in every little thing and I think that's beautiful.

[wordsofthemuses]

what does recon and revivalist mean in your pinned post?

recon(structionist)s are people who try to practice the religion as closely as possible to how it was practiced in ancient greece, while revivalists are people who try to adapt the religion to the modern day. most people are a mix of both, esp bc being a revivalist inherently involves also being recon in the way if learning about the ancient religion and respecting its ways, but it's up to you which you align yourself with more as long as you're respectful.

thanks for the ask!

[mythicalmuseomine]

Lord Apollon

God of archery, music and dance, truth and prophecy, healing and diseases, knowledge, medicine and logic, the Sun and light, poetry and Leader of the Muses

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ways to honor Hecate without an altar!

reflecting on choices, crossroads, and decisions in your life

shadow work: exploring fears, hidden aspects, or unresolved feelings

journaling thoughts, questions, or intentions

silent meditation on guidance or insight

walking at dusk or in quiet, liminal spaces

mindful pacing while thinking through choices or problems

spending time in transitional spaces (doorways, thresholds, streets, or paths)

asking for guidance or clarity without expecting immediate answers

thanking her for insight, protection, or intuition

speaking aloud or silently during moments of reflection

paying attention to intuition, dreams, or signs

noticing patterns or coincidences in your life

mentally dedicating your choices or intentions to her

practicing careful observation of what others overlook

acting with discernment and respect for boundaries

choosing to act intentionally rather than impulsively

honoring your commitments and responsibilities

observing the moon phases and changes in natural light

walking through forests, gardens, or quiet outdoor areas

acknowledging liminal times like dawn, dusk, or twilight

quiet humming, chanting, or speaking your intentions aloud

free-form movement or stretching as a way of connecting to energy

mental visualization of paths, doors, or crossroads

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ways to honor Apollo without an altar!

stepping into sunlight intentionally (even through a window)

opening curtains or blinds with awareness

taking a few deep breaths and orienting yourself to the day

listening closely to music (lyrics, melody, rhythm)

humming or quietly singing

letting music help regulate your emotions

journaling to untangle thoughts

writing poetry or lyrics

speaking affirmations or truths aloud

practicing honest self-reflection

checking in with your emotions

naming feelings without judgment

using coping skills or grounding techniques

choosing rest when needed

making a realistic plan for the day

cleaning or organizing one small area

practicing moderation (not extremes)

stretching

walking in daylight

breathwork or mindful pacing

reading to learn

studying something with intention

observing patterns (in nature, behavior, emotions)

talking to Apollo while getting ready

thanking him after moments of insight or calm

asking for clarity without demanding answers

practicing honesty

taking responsibility for your words

seeking balance rather than excess

choosing clarity over self-deception

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ways to honor Ares without an altar!

working out, strength training, or cardio

pushing through a hard task

physical labor or endurance activities

practicing a sport or martial movement (even solo)

standing up for yourself respectfully

setting and enforcing boundaries

saying “no” when needed

speaking honestly even when it’s uncomfortable

letting yourself feel anger without shame

processing it through movement, writing, or breath

choosing constructive release over suppression

walking with intention and strength

grounded pacing to work through frustration

taking decisive action instead of overthinking

defending others when it’s safe and appropriate

protecting your time, energy, or values

learning basic self-defense or safety skills

speaking plainly and directly

refusing passive aggression

naming your needs clearly

acknowledging Ares before a challenge

thanking him after you endure something hard

asking for strength, not destruction

resting after exertion

caring for your body after strain

knowing when to stop

[wordsofthemuses]

unfortunately coming on here again to talk about another helpol server i have to discourage people from joining, which is the following:

for the most part, it's very strict recons running a server where they give people misinformation and are very rude to people. the first things that stood out to my friends and i was their insistence on deities people "can't" worship, such as ares (unless you are in active combat), selene (unless you are pregnant), etc. while they do provide sources, many quotes are taken out of context, not relevant, or completely misinterpreted.

i will be making a doc with more about why i think this server is problematic soon, but for now this is all i will say.

EDIT: here is the doc.

please do not raid/dox/bully the server or its members. i will be blocking out all names and users in my doc for a reason.

[wordsofthemuses]

update they have found the doc and decided that one of my friends made it when it's pretty damn obvious that i made it considering they HAD to have found it via my tumblr. i think the fact that they went straight to assuming it was someone else rather than, idk, looking at my pinned (which says my name AND discord username) for five seconds shows just how good they are at researching.

[wordsofthemuses]

hi! the server is leimenide lakes

[wordsofthemuses]

unfortunately coming on here again to talk about another helpol server i have to discourage people from joining, which is the following:

for the most part, it's very strict recons running a server where they give people misinformation and are very rude to people. the first things that stood out to my friends and i was their insistence on deities people "can't" worship, such as ares (unless you are in active combat), selene (unless you are pregnant), etc. while they do provide sources, many quotes are taken out of context, not relevant, or completely misinterpreted.

i will be making a doc with more about why i think this server is problematic soon, but for now this is all i will say.

EDIT: here is the doc.

please do not raid/dox/bully the server or its members. i will be blocking out all names and users in my doc for a reason.

[wordsofthemuses]

update they have found the doc and decided that one of my friends made it when it's pretty damn obvious that i made it considering they HAD to have found it via my tumblr. i think the fact that they went straight to assuming it was someone else rather than, idk, looking at my pinned (which says my name AND discord username) for five seconds shows just how good they are at researching.

[dantealighierienjoyer]

Digital offering for Father Zeus♡

[wordsofthemuses]

unfortunately coming on here again to talk about another helpol server i have to discourage people from joining, which is the following:

for the most part, it's very strict recons running a server where they give people misinformation and are very rude to people. the first things that stood out to my friends and i was their insistence on deities people "can't" worship, such as ares (unless you are in active combat), selene (unless you are pregnant), etc. while they do provide sources, many quotes are taken out of context, not relevant, or completely misinterpreted.

i will be making a doc with more about why i think this server is problematic soon, but for now this is all i will say.

EDIT: here is the doc.

please do not raid/dox/bully the server or its members. i will be blocking out all names and users in my doc for a reason.

[wordsofthemuses]

"i asked chatgpt" well i asked father zeus and he told me to have hope for the future

[hugging-blavingad]

Zeus didn't seduce you? Uncharacteristic of him

[wordsofthemuses]

i don't know what your intentions were with this rb but i just want to remind that this is a religious post and comments like this are disrespectful /info

[hearts4aphrodite]

for lord zeus ⚡

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quick little offering for lord zeus in honor of olympeia!! <3

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[apollophanes]

"Even the unloved is loved by you."

— Cleanthes' Hymn to Zeus

[wordsofthemuses]

i'll admit something i've never understood is when christians/catholics/etc. refer to themselves as "god-fearing". i don't know as much about these religions as i want to, but wouldn't it be nicer to describe yourself as god loving? isn't that what religion is supposed to be about?

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Devotional bracelets!

I made two some devotional bracelets for Apollo and Zeus! I'm gonna try to get more letter beaded and make more though!

My plushie Opie Opossum is a paid model. Give him treats in the comments.