Prince Lindworm : a Norse Folktale of the Shadow Twin

The Shadow Twin | Prince Lindworm and the Alchemy of Transformation
The tale of Prince Lindworm, a mysterious Norse folktale, explores themes of duality, transformation, and the shadow self. In this episode, we uncover the dark story of the serpent-born prince and the archetypal “shadow twin,” a Jungian concept representing the hidden, untamed aspects of the psyche.
Discover the origins of the Lindworm myth in Northern Europe and its connections to Norse and Scandinavian folklore. How does this “serpent bridegroom” embody the challenge of confronting our inner darkness? And what can we learn from his tale in a modern world increasingly drawn to shadow work and self-integration?
This wonder tale from the Old North bridges ancient myths and personal psychology. Dive deep into a story of redemption, inner wildness, and the timeless dance of light and dark.
Thanks to Martin Shaw, who first told me this story, and to the late, great Robert Bly, who told it to him.