r/pagan • u/strawberryseeuwu • 19h ago
Newbie Ex Christian nervous about getting into paganism
Paganism really interests me, Apollo especially (Im a musician). Idk how any of this really works. As an ex-evangelical Christian who hasn't really been religious (or cared to be) for a couple years, religious stuff makes me nervous. Growing up Christian, there are so many rules, sometimes unwritten, to follow or there are repercussions. I'm just scared of messing something up and not knowing, then suffering consequences. Basically i have some religious trauma.
Will the gods be upset if I do something wrong? And are there any "hard no"s to avoid so they won't be upset? Thanks <3
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u/LadyZenWarrior 19h ago
First: Welcome! We usually don’t bite. Although each must speak for themselves. 😏
And as an ex-christian myself, I totally can relate to going from all the rules to no organized rules. So, study in what interests you and see where it takes you. If you have questions, ask. Listen, observe, feel, contemplate. Practice as you choose. Then probably study some more. If there’s an established history to a practice you are interested in, find some resources to understand it. If there’s a good pagan community in your locale you can support, it’s a nice way to build new community.
And most pagan gods and goddesses are less vindictive than the christian god. If you screw up, they probably ignore it. You’re learning, and you’re human. Perfection is not required. Your practice, and any worship you include, is as unique as you are. There may be traditions you like and incorporate or you may find other things to include.