That does make sense, given the beliefs in Landvaettir and the like. It would also explain the kinship many Heathens feel between their beliefs and Shinto. On the other hand, it might just be that animism appears to more or less be the default human perception of the world unless their culture has taught them otherwise.

For my own part, I've been trying to pay more attention to the spirits of my house and land, and to give them regular offerings, but so far, I'm pushing against a whole lot of habit of thought and perception of the world as dead matter, so Rasmussen sounds worth checking out, thanks much for the recommendation!