Fearn stands by the water’s edge, patient and resilient. It thrives in damp ground and rises where others would rot, its roots drinking from the river that mirrors the flow of life and emotion. In OghamAn ancient Irish writing system of lines carved along a central stem. It is used historically on stone monuments and spiritually in modern practice. Ogham…, it speaks of endurance, adaptability, and the wisdom to bend without breaking.

The alder tree was valued by craftsmen and warriors alike. When its wood is cut, it bleeds red which is a striking image that bound it to the lore of sacrifice and the OtherworldThe Celtic spiritual realm intertwined with the mortal world. It is a place of ancestors. In myth, alder is the tree of Bran the Blessed, whose severed head brought counsel and protection even in death. Warriors were said to use alder shields, trusting in its power to endure and transform.

Fearn calls for balance between strength and surrender. It knows that emotion, like water, must flow to remain pure. This fedaA “fid” is a Gaelic term that translates to “tree” in English and is highly significant in Druidry and Celtic spirituality. Each fid is associated… more… invites you to stand firm in the current, letting life move through you without losing your roots.