#Ares worship

[beautyofaphrodite]

Aphrodite and Ares

(Images found on Pinterest, all I did was arrange them)

[atheneum-of-you]

I made banners for my devotional notebook! ♡

[red-eclipse]

Simple ways I worship Ares through the day

• Watching war films / listening to podcasts about wars

• Researching wars throughout history and weapons

• Wearing a poppy badge all-year-round

• Donating or interacting with charities that help soldiers, victims of war, and families of soldiers

• Pushing myself out my comfort zone and facing fears

• Getting on with work instead of procrastinating

• Wearing red

• Fighting for what I believe in (such as debating online, supporting charities/organisations, speaking out during debates)

• Reading books that contain violence, fighting, wars

• Playing violent video-games, war games, or games that contain battle/fight scenes

• Researching Ares and his history

• Reading Ares’ hymns

• Looking at posts about Ares and interacting with media about him such as drawings, artwork, or devotional posts showing others gratitude or worship to him

• Eating cherries or cherry-flavoured food (as far as I know this isn’t a widely accepted symbol of him, but it’s something I personally associate with him)

• Self-care

• Not letting my disability hold me back, still going to school and out with friends even when I’m having a bad day or flare-up (within reason, of course)

• Simply keeping Ares in mind

• Saying good morning and goodnight to Ares and the other gods

[spirits-child]

You can find Aphrodite when you gush over romcoms. You can find Zeus when the rain pours and soaks your hair. You can find Hera when you're loyal to your friends and partners. You can find Ares when you argue with your parents over the causes you believe in. You can find Apollo when the sun caresses your cheek.

The gods are everywhere—you just need to know where to look.

[amor-areia]

I just love them so much!

[theareiandaughter]

Father Ares is the feeling of holding on even when it feels so hard.

He’s the sound of your heart beating, and lets you know you’re still alive.

He’s the courage to keep going, no matter what happens.

He’s the feeling of doing what you needed to.

He’s the feeling of not being afraid anymore.

He is Strength and Courage.

Praise to Father Ares. Ily dad ^^^^

[psychedelic5]

Weekly Ares post. Happy Tuesday.

Things that may not count as offerings/devotional acts but I still think of Him when I do it:

Fixing my posture

Stopping myself from lashing out

Lashing out

Studying

Calling out hypocrites

Reading angsty romantic stories, especially those with some violence

Work/ labor, especially ones that gets my hands dirty

Challenging myself to do things within a time limit

Having a good cry

Forcing myself out of bed

Self-care, even if I really don't feel like doing it

Playing violent video games

Staying sober

Reading posts about him

Wearing masculine clothing while strutting around like a feminine model

Tidying my room

Wearing red

Carrying around self-defense weapons

Being stubborn

Unmasking

When something physically hits me

Being honest

Shadow work

Failing but trying again

Hail Lord Ares

[khaire-traveler]

⚔️ Subtle Ares Worship 💥

Learning about self-defense (includes carrying a self-protection weapon)

Listening to or writing slam poetry

Wearing jewelry that reminds you of him

Making a list of your personal strengths and things you're proud of

Writing letters (that you will never send) to people who've hurt you and burning them

Exercising, if possible; get some movement throughout the day

Dancing, especially to music that brings out your passion, anger, or rebellious side

Supporting local activists or online activism for causes you believe in; support human rights or humanitarian organizations

Expressing yourself the way you want to physically (this can include little things, such as wearing a certain bracelet or putting on a scent)

Allowing yourself to express your anger and upset; sit with and feel your feelings

Keeping a picture of him in your wallet

Playing combat-based video games

Watching combat-based shows

Having a candle that reminds you of him (no altar required)

Wear jewelry that reminds you of him

Having rose, horse, spear, soldier, or boar imagery around )

Have a stuffed animal horse, boar, vulture, or dog

Place motivational/affirmational notes somewhere you'll see them

Wearing bold colors, such as red or maroon (these colors are UPG; what do you associate with Ares? Wear those!)

Learning how to box or wrestle (a punching bag tends to be helpful)

Engaging with your personal passions

If you have dogs, playing with them

Volunteer at a homeless or animal shelter

Support local veterans; donate to veteran-supporting organizations

Be considerate towards veterans nearby (don't light fireworks in neighborhoods, don't fire weapons in neighborhoods, don't bring up their time fighting without them prompting it, etc.)

Stand up for yourself and others

Assert your boundaries; learn what your boundaries are

Be forgiving to an extent; do not let others continue to wrong you over and over again; learn to let them go and cut them off if possible

Learn about healthy conflict resolution skills; implement them into your life

Own a spear or a sword, and learn how to use it correctly because why the fuck not

Take a walk/hike outside, preferably during the day

Play a sport

Share your passions with others c:

Carry a protective charm with you

Prioritize your own well-being; take care of yourself first, then others when you're able

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May add more later! This is just a basic list of some discreet ways to worship Ares. Hope y'all enjoy, and take care! ❤️

Link to Subtle Worship Master list

[wisdom-devotee]

Ares is the feeling of pretending to be asleep in the car as a kid to get carried inside

Ares is the relief after yelling, screaming, or crying

Ares is the way that siblings will argue and fight, and be back on good terms within a few hours

Ares is a sore throat after singing so loudly to a song that perfectly encompasses all the emotions you’re feeling

Ares is a smug smile after doing something You’re proud of yourself for

Ares is standing up for yourself, even when you’re anxious to do so

Ares is for everyone who has a bad relationship with their father, and for the people who look for a better father figure elsewhere

Ares is breaking the cycle

Ares is trying every day, even though it’s so fucking hard sometimes

Ares is swearing for emphasis

Ares is angry crying

Ares is doing whatever you can to protect yourself, and letting go when it starts to harm you

I love Him so much.

[totallynotjack]

might be controversial but i don't really care

i don't do protection spells before communing with the gods. at their altar, i am protected enough

i don't ritually cleanse with water before communing with the gods. at their altar, i feel cleansed enough

[blooxxy]

I just offered a cup of water for Lord Ares before I go to sleep.I guess he really wanted the water,cause he made me think of it for several days.I love you my Lord!Blessed be my Dear One!

[witness2caesar]

Thank you, Lord Ares, for giving me comfort even when I lash out.

[wildharesandboundteeth]

I think one of the more awkward parts of growing up catholic is how I keep forgetting my gods aren't all knowing.

Me: Oh yeah, I did xxx as a kid.

Hermes: Huh????

Me: Shouldn't you know this already???????

Hermes: No??????????

Me: Oh- yeah... you're not omniscient-

Hermes, exasperated but fond:

Ares, vaguely unsettled: Okay, okay. Don't do what I asked you to do yyy. I didn't know you had zzz... Do this instead- *gives instructions better suited for me.*

Me: What do you mean you didn't know about yyy? Shouldn't you know????

Ares: ??????

Me: Oh- Yeah! Wait shit- sorry-- Forget what I said.

Ares: ??????????

[pom-blossoms]

been reminiscing about the past year recently and it got me feeling very grateful <3

[whats-the-word-again]

I saw this and thought immediately of Lord Ares- I laughed for way lounger and louder than I should have 💀

[travelingthief]

Ares Devotions and Offerings

Devotional Acts

Workout/Exercise

Boxing, wrestling, martial arts, etc.

Attend a protest

Self-defense training

Learn about wars

Go to a shooting range

Identify and cope with your anger

Go to a rage room

Play war video games

Play war card/board games

Start a fire

Watch war movies/documentaries

Learn about your country's military and understand why people join and what they do when they serve

Visit war sites/memorials

Learn about society’s reactions to different wars

Scream! Yell! Shout! (productively)

Get out of your comfort zone

Get adrenaline pumping 

Address/work through your fears

Chain his statue

Learn wound care

Take home security measures

Play contact sports

Talk to veterans/people who served about their experience

Learn about PTSD

Practice divination, particularly ornithomancy 

Support people who are currently living through wars

Listen to peoples’ stories who have lived/are living through war

Learn how your state/town reacted/participated in times of war

Offerings

Swords/daggers/knives

Spears

Guns/weapons

Soldier imagery (like toys)

Tanks/cannon imagery

Dog tags

Shields

Helmets

Armor

Boxing gloves

Workout gear (dumbbells, lifting gloves, running shoes, etc.)

Sports equipment

Dragons

Skulls

Bones

Depictions of death

Depictions of war

Preserved animals

Ashes

Chains

Urns

Vultures

Trophies/ribbons/awards

Military memorabilia

War books/movies/games

Matches

Roosters

First aid kits/wound care

Snakes

Bird imagery

Feathers

Teeth

Metals

Claws

Blood depictions