What We Can Learn From Norse Myths: Balder

Isak Larsson
Nov 3 · 3 min read

Growing up in Sweden I was read the tales of Tor, Oden, Balder, Frigg and all the other gods that were up to no good. The tales fascinated me as a kid and even more so now. After reading the works of Carl Jung and other great interpreters of myth I came to realize how much there were to these stories. The symbolism and life lessons we can find in these tales are endless and I want to explore that with you today in the first of many articles, starting with the story of Balder.

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Isak Larsson

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Hi! I am Isak. I am a writer, philosopher and aspiring psychologist. I hope you enjoy my content!

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