Okay, so, the “Brotherhood of Saturn.” Sounds kinda spooky, right? I’d heard whispers about this group, mostly fringe stuff online, and I got curious. I decided I needed to dive in and try, at least on a basic level, some of their practices, just to see what it was all about. No crazy rituals, I promise!
First, I spent a few days just reading. Anything I could find, really. It was tough, because a lot of the info is either super old, super cryptic, or both. Think old German texts and blurry scans of handwritten notes. It took a lot of digging!
Getting Started (Carefully!)
I decided to start small. No way was I jumping into anything intense. I focused on some of their basic meditation techniques. They have a heavy emphasis on Saturn, obviously – the planet, the symbolism, all of that.
- I found a quiet spot in my apartment.
- I lit a dark blue candle (Saturn’s color, apparently).
- I tried to clear my mind, which, let me tell you, is harder than it sounds. My brain is usually a chaotic mess of to-do lists and random song lyrics.
I then attempted to visualize Saturn. Not just the planet, but the feeling of Saturn. Heavy, restrictive, disciplined… all that good stuff. I’m not gonna lie, it was weird. It wasn’t relaxing like “normal” meditation. It felt… weighty. Like I was carrying a mental backpack full of rocks.
Deeper Dive (Still Cautious!)
After a few days of that, I moved on to some of their written exercises. They have these things, almost like affirmations, but… darker. They’re not about feeling good, they’re about accepting limitations and embracing the harsh realities of life. Very Saturnian, I guess.
I picked one that resonated with me (sort of). It was about acknowledging personal boundaries and the consequences of my actions. I wrote it down, over and over, like I was in detention or something. It was supposed to help me internalize the concept, I think.
The Result?
Honestly? It was… interesting. Not life-changing, not terrifying, just… interesting. The meditations definitely had an effect. I felt more focused, maybe a little more grounded, but also kind of… somber. The writing exercises were less impactful, but they did make me think about things in a different way.
I’m not about to join any secret societies, that’s for sure. But it was a worthwhile experiment. It showed me a totally different approach to spirituality, one that’s definitely not for everyone. It’s heavy, it’s intense, and it’s not exactly sunshine and rainbows. But it was a fascinating glimpse into a very different world.
Would I recommend it? Probably not to most people. But if you’re curious, and you approach it with a healthy dose of skepticism and self-awareness, it’s an experience, that’s for sure.
