#Mystical Experience and Union

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Episode 25 - What Does Unlocking the Mysteries Mean?

Unlocking the Mysteries Unlocks the Mind The Ancient Mysteries aimed to give people an experience that validated the Mysteries for them. In today’s language, this would mean unlocking or liberating the mind from any constraints that it may have, whether they are aware of them or not. This is following the narrow path that leads one to Logos, to Christ. Timestamps: The Mysteries are meant to…

[compassionmattersmost]

Discovering Mystical Contemplation: The Alter Rebbe’s Practice of Hitbonenut and Bittul

Explore the transformative path of Hitbonenut and Bittul in Jewish mysticism, as practiced by the Alter Rebbe, to reach direct experience and divine unity. Translation of the Hebrew Text in the Above Image “… the esteemed Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, the great sage and author of the book Tanya, in his later years would immerse himself daily in deep contemplation and focus on achieving…

[howdoesone]

How does one explore the influence of Sufism on Middle Eastern visual arts?

Sufism, the mystical branch of Islam, has had a profound impact on the arts and culture of the Middle East. Through its teachings and practices, Sufism has inspired a rich visual language that is expressed in various art forms. In this article, we will delve into the influence of Sufism on Middle Eastern visual arts, exploring the spiritual and mystical expressions that have emerged as a…

[luetta]

i always see this hazard sign

and honestly? it pisses me off. it just gives such a "do not befriend the elster unit" vibe.

like, why can't we fist android girls? is it because she's not meant to be happy? is she not allowed to feel pleasure and physical connection stronger than the salute of a commanding officer?

there's a reason the reclusive creator of the androids gave them sensitive, lifelife genitals. it's because she knew that sex and orgasms are an integral part of the human experience. to deny them that, is cruel.

i don't care that she's your perfect living weapon, she deserves to cum all over my thighs like the slutty bot that she is. she's not just a loader of heavy artillery, she's a girl, too.

the corporations and governments have crafted this aura of mysticism around android girls, and it benefits no one but themselves. i don't care if i void the warranty, or make her lose interest in massacring union organisers for you, i'm fingering her. go ahead, arrest me! you and i both know that my girlfriends will lay siege to your prison and break me out.

[ghostlyferrettarot]

💜🖇Neptune in the houses🖇💜

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💜Neptune in the 1st house: speaks of an exalted sensitivity and defined intuitive qualities, which in some cases can generate natives with medium profiles due to their psychic abilities. They are personalities with spiritual, emotional qualities, with a deep inner world.

💜Neptune in the 2nd house: They do not put a real focus on their income and for this reason a scenario of economic imbalance and money disorder can be generated. It is a position that induces an inactive, idle or resigned attitude with respect to material searches. If the planet is well aspected, this placement can become a successful future due to having a prodigious intuition for economic matters.

💜Neptune in the 3rd house: generates profiles of intuitive, visionary, utopian minds. However, it is an ideal position for all those tasks for which stimulus and hunch are required. It favours artistic and musical qualities, but above all it is ideal for directing thought towards the realm of spirituality.

💜Neptune in the 4th house: the inner world symbolises the influence of this planet and by default it can be a particularly sensitive or intuitive native, who may be linked to art or some form of spirituality. They are people who feel love for nature and who have a harmonious vision of the family. But at the same time, family life can be confusing.

💜Neptune in the 5th house: it is a position that revives romantic feelings and favours platonic bonds. On the other hand, imagination plays a leading role in everything related to sentimental life. It is also associated with secret or unattainable loves that can be a source of great disappointments.

💜Neptune in the 6th house: it idealises the professional sphere and motivates the spirit of service and sacrifice. It is favourable for tasks and activities linked to the esoteric world in any of its facets. Natives tend to dedicate themselves to a profession that facilitates helping others, such as doctors, teachers, psychologists or astrologers, and sensitivity and intuition are of great help to them in the workplace.

💜Neptune in the 7th house: this position tends to cause great challenges for both romantic ties and partnerships. It predisposes an excessive idealization of relationships. In some cases, these people may be overcome by feelings of pity, or by the desire to help or save the other. The professional partner is likely to have "Neptunian" characteristics, that is, dreamy, sensitive, vulnerable qualities.

💜Neptune in the 8th house: creates profiles with a great attraction to the spiritual world, mystical sciences and esotericism. The union with others is experienced as if it were a mystical union. Likewise, it makes them more vulnerable to fraudulent situations in the field of business and contracts. However, economic disappointments will contribute to the native's spiritual growth.

💜Neptune in the 9th house: it is a fruitful position for the development of spiritual abundance in all its angles. It favors religious and mystical preferences, as well as interest in the occult. But if the planet is in tense aspect, the native can fall into deception or into tangled and uncertain forms of spirituality. They may also be attracted to more or less sacred figures: ascended masters and angels.

💜Neptune in the 10th house: it marks in the native a professional life of a "Neptunian" trajectory, or, what is the same, of a bohemian nature so to speak. With this position, all kinds of personalities can be found who develop within the spiritual world: psychics, healers, magic practitioners, teachers, etc.

💜Neptune in the 11th house: they may have a tendency to join groups of character or with spiritual purposes, it is a position that seeks connection with others. They can also connect with groups of a humanitarian, religious or social nature, which dedicate their energy to helping the most disadvantaged. The friends of these natives may have "Neptunian" traits: people with bohemian, sensitive and perceptive lives.

💜Neptune in the 12th house: it is in its domicile, and therefore at its maximum power. It predisposes a life of service, offering or renunciation, being an ideal position for priests, monks and mystics. This position encourages isolation from the world and the development of an intense spiritual search. Its a placement that favors artistic, poetic or musical creation.

[northopalshore]

Chiron in the Union Persona Chart

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Chiron here tells you where you experience the most pain or what you're insecure with the most when you first meet them. It also shows you which part of your life will be healed by your union.

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In the Signs & degrees

Aries

(1°, 13°, 25°)

You might face a lot of differing opinions & motive of action. Perhaps you'll feel rather pressed by your partner since you/they tend to act independently from the relationship at times. You could also not want to be overlooked in your relationship. Perhaps you have a lot of things to do which need you to be alone or away from your partner often.

Taurus

(2°, 14°, 26°)

You or your partner could have been married before this, and your prior commitments may come off as something you'd fear will disrupt your relationship going forward. This committment could also be your career especially if your career involves singing, or talking to other people.

Gemini

(3°, 15°, 27°)

Talking, studying, multitasking & your job could be something that will cause you pain during the first stages of the relationship. Perhaps you'll feel so busy you can't keep up with your romances & this will burden your mind. Your conversations could also be cut short pretty often, and you might feel restless at times because of that. You may fear what people may say about your relationship as well.

Cancer

(4°, 16°, 28°)

You have difficulty conveying your true emotions to them at first. You might be scared to open up for fear of being shunned out or abandoned by them. This may be because of your experiences in past relationships, where your partners may have manipulated you or backstabbed you after you've shared your feelings with them. Your future spouse however, will be the person to listen to all your feelings with open arms.

Leo

(5°, 17°, 29°)

Public perception is going to be where your relationship may suffer the most or what you'll be most insecure about with your person. You may fear that your person is only here for their entertainment, or for their own pleasure i.e not serious about the relationship. You're afraid that all their after is sex or your reputation. You could also doubt whether your partner will be loyal to you or not.

Virgo

(6°, 18°)

Your relationship will be harder to keep up with because of your work or schedules. You could be fearful of their loyalty and devotion as well. Perhaps you've planned something between the two of you in your head, and may be skeptical whether you're getting ahead of yourself. You'll wonder if after you've fallen this deeply for them, they'll be out of your life the next day. However, this person will be with you through the good and bad. They'll show you that they can be as equally present as you are, and do for you as much as you do for them.

Libra

(7°, 19°)

You may feel like it's hard to express yourself genuinely towards your person at first. It may be difficult for you to bring up issues or the things that make you uncomfortable around them. You might also prefer to let them think that everything is fine and and show only what's considered pretty to your partner. Although, secretly you want them to come to you themselves to tell you it's alright to be honest with them. Perhaps you are afraid that your partner will expect you to act a certain way as well when you're around them.

Scorpio

(8°, 20°)

You could be extremely attached to your person, and may fear that they might cheat on you or use your affection to their advantages. You might fear that they'll be someone manipulative, especially if you're already entranced by them or aren't able to see through the mysticism they radiate. Perhaps you'll feel incredibly obsessed with them, and thus act rather restless or possessive.

That fear will be especially prominent if sexual planets are aspecting chiron. You could have been cheated on before, or perhaps you have Lilith in your 5th/8th house (naturally fearful of love & sex)

Ex: conjuncting/squaring eros, mars & pluto

Sagittarius

(9°, 21°)

Religion, language, ideologies and even school or distance may be what troubles your mind at first. You could fear that they'll act more superior than you. You might be anxious that your cultures will clash or that you'll hurt eachother because of your differing opinions. However, you'll likely find that your partner is someone very open minded, and would love to learn from your perspective.

Capricorn

(10°, 22°)

You may feel exhausted, and extremely burdened by all of your responsibilities whilst trying to maintain a stable connection with your person. You may feel like there is never enough time for you to fully indulge in the relationship. You'll have to be extra organised, and punctual in order to nurture your partner. You could also fear whether they are loyal or not, whether they are giving you the same energy or amount of effort or not. However, you'll find that there is nothing to fear as your person has likely been serious about this relationship from day one.

Aquarius

(11°, 23°)

You may fear that your relationship is too unpredictable, or your partner is just not the type to settle down with you, at least in the way you'd want them to. They may be overly rebellious and you fear that you won't be able to see eye to eye on current issues that you may face together. You'll worry that being with you isn't on their future agenda. Something about your relationship may feel rather artificial as well.

Pisces

(12°, 24°)

Here, your partner may feel like a karmic lesson to you. Something about them triggers fears that may be generational or repetitive. Perhaps they remind your soul of someone who's hurt you or somebody close to you before. You may be fearful that what happened will repeat with you and this person. You could also fear that your partner does not see you for who you are, and instead an illusion they've created themselves. A part of you will also have a hard time trying to understand them, for fear that they are manipulative.

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In the Houses

The 1st house

You might be struggling with how you look around them. You could think they look too good to be around you or you might've been shamed by an ex by how you look thus you fear they might do the same. However, you'll find that they will love everything about you. You look mesmerising, and unforgettable to them. They will likely be the one to help you break free from those inhibitions.

The 2nd house

Money could be something you struggle with when you meet them. They could have more money than you or perhaps both of you will be struggling with money at first. If they are more financially stable than you, you're likely to feel inferior to them because of that. You could also need to use a lot of money to see them for example. This makes the most sense if you're in different cities & countries. You could feel like a burden to them financially. Also, you could feel like your relationship is all about money.

The 3rd house

You might be afraid of them cheating or 3rd parties in general. The lack of clear communication between the both of you will also cause some discomfort on your half. Perhaps your partner seems to always avoid speaking about something directly or you may do that to your partner. Language barriers could also be connected here, perhaps you will feel like you aren't able to connect with them mentally. At least in the way that you desire.

The 4th house

You could fear that your partner is not on the same page on you when it comes to having a family. They could also have had kids before meeting you as well, so this fear may be related to fitting in. You may feel like an outsider in your person's life. You could also have a deep attachment to your person, but fear that they do not share the same sentiment. Your partner could also fall in the same unhealthy cycle a family member has.

The 5th house

You might fear that all your person wants is to have fun. Either that, or you yourself might not feel like you're ready or even the type to settle down and have children. You may feel like your partner may limit your social life or your work to settle down.

The 6th house

Your health, work or routine is affected the most here. You might feel like your partner doesn't fit in at all in your lifestyle or they could prove to be quite a bad influence to you (or vice versa). You fear that you won't be able to keep up with both the relationship & your career, at least you won't be able to balance it out as fairly as you hope to.

The 7th house

You could fear that your partner may be superficial, or that there may be things that they do not say to you that add to your confusion. Your person could have been in a few relationships before meeting you, or you may have dated someone seriously before only to find them betraying you in the end. You might fear that the same thing will happen with your person. Perhaps you have assumptions about the other gender before, and aren't as confident in them as a result of that.

The 8th house

You may be fearful getting intimate with your partner. Perhaps you've felt betrayed or used in this area before, and now have a hard time trusting your partner's intentions. Sex with your partner may be restricted, or you may have issues communicating your preferences with them. However, it could also be that you don't feel like you have enough sex together lol. You might be worried that you won't be able to please them the way that you/they want as well.

The 9th house

You may be apart from this person quite often. It could be because of your studies, work, religion or even just because you live in different areas/countries. You could fear that this distance & this inconsistent travels between you two will cause the relationship to drift apart. Your difference in beliefs may also be something you're worried about.

The 10th house

You'll fear that your partner is going to be a burden to your career, or you may be quite insecure about your career around your partner. They could have a better career than you, and you may feel rather bleak next to them. Your reputation could also come across as worrisome to you i.e you may have a reputation of being a certain way & that may be something that'll influence the relationship.

The 11th house

You might fear about what your peers or those around you might say about your relationship. It could very much go against everyone's wishes or expectations and you might be anxious of their backlash. Your relationship might also be mocked by people you don't know or people on the internet, or your community and that will hurt both your feelings & that of your partner.

The 12th house

Perhaps you'll be living in different countries or be at a great distance from eachother. You're likely to feel that this distance is too much to bear at times. You will also be very frustrated with how unclear the energy of your relationship can be, perhaps you'll have nightmares about this person leaving you or cheating on you. You might fear that they do not share the same level of connection with you as you perceived you have with them. You'll fear that everything is all in your head. You might also have to actively hide your partner in a way.

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***disclaimer: entertainment purposes only, reader discretion is advised***

Thank you for reading ♡

@northopalshore

@northopalshore union persona chart 2024.

[astrocafecoffee]

Synastry observation ( part 1) 🎐

✨ For entertainment purposes only, enjoy ✨

Let's go!

🍓 Eros conjunct karma :

intense attraction with karmic undertones, powerful sexual chemistry, higher purpose in terms of fulfilling karmic contracts or agreements made in past live.

🍓 Boda in 10th house overlays:

Partnership/ marriage with this person is somehow in public eye. Your person's connections or involvement in certain industry may open up career opportunities or avenues for professional growth for you.

🍓 Anteros ( 1943) conjunct Boda and briede asteroid:

Anteros is related to unrequited love. This alignment invites both partners to confront any unresolved issues stemming from past experiences of unrequited love, fostering open communication and understanding to heal emotional wounds and strengthen bond between them. Both partners may share a vision of building a life together.

🍓 Boda conjunct saturn :

Long term planning and future goals within the relationship. Strong desire for stability and permanence , especially in the context of partnership/ marriage.

🍓 POF in 10th house overlays:

Again public attention/ growth opportunities in career after you marry/ date that person.

🍓 IC in 1st house overlay:

This person's home and family dynamics play a significant role in shaping your perception of self. You may find that your own identity is intertwined with their family background or domestic environment in some way.

🍓 MC in 7th house overlays :

Same , public recognition in the relationship.

🍓 Amor (1221) conjunct nn :

Profound soul connection between both of you. This relationship may have been destined or fated to occur in this lifetime. Meant to meet. Amor's influence indicates a deep and unconditional love between both of you. Soulmate indicator.

🍓 Union ( 1585) conjunct moon :

Strong emphasis on empathy, compassion and understanding within your relationship. This partnership feels like home to both of you.

🍓 stellium in 6th house:

It's so underrated, 6th house stellium is in important in romantic synastry , as your partner may encourage you to adapt healthy habits in your daily life.

🍓 Juno conjunct Jupiter:

Marriage placement., As in Roman mythology juno is considered as the wife of Jupiter ( the Roman equivalent of Zeus in Greek mythology) .

🍓 Born ( 13954) conjunct nn :

Fated encounter. You are meant to support each other on your respective paths of growth and evolution.

🍓 lisitsa ( 8064) conjunct juno:

Again fated , long-term commitment/ marriage., Karmic bond.

🍓 Bacchus ( 2063)conjunct Bacchus:

Strong mutual attraction between partners, often characterized by a magnetic pull and deep appreciation for each other's physicality.

🍓 Pythia(432) in 7th house synastry :

Intuitive fated connection. They may share common interest in mystical or esoteric subjects and may engage in spiritual practices together to deepen their bond and connection.

🍓 Pythia conjunct Hera ( 103) :

Divinely guided relationship, this conjunction suggests this is a relationship that honours tradition and values long term commitment. Both individuals may feel a strong sense of loyalty and dedication to each other.

🍓 Moon in 4th house synastry:

Deep emotional connection, moon person feels comfortable and secure when with the house person, perhaps tapping into a sense of familiarity and safety reminiscent of their own childhood environment.

🍓 Juno conjunct Chiron :

Both individuals may share similar wounds or vulnerabilities in the realm of partnership. They may understand each other's pain and struggles on a deep level , which can foster empathy and compassion within the relationship ( healing through partnership)

🍓 Groom(5129) square briede(19029) :

Despite the challenges/ disagreements/ conflicting desires this aspect presents an opportunity for growth and understanding within the relationship. By addressing and working through the areas and conflict or tension, the couple can deepen their connection and strengthen their partnership over time.

🍓 Karma (3811) conjunct descendant:

Both the individuals may feel a strong sense of destiny or fate drawing them together in a partnership or relationship. They might believe that their meeting was predestined or that they have important karmic lessons to learn from each other.

🍓 Moon conjunct saturn:

This aspect can indicate a strong sense of responsibility and commitment between the individuals. But there may be a tendency for both individuals to hold back their feelings or to approach emotional matters with caution and reserve.

🍓 Groom in 1st house synastry:

It suggests that your partner may identify strongly with the role of the groom or husband in your relationship.they may see themselves as a partner who takes on traditional husbandly roles or embodies qualities that you associate with the concept of a groom.

🍓 Cupido (763) conjunct nn :

Fated , strong emotional alignment, transformative and potentially life changing love connection/ karmic lessons in love.

🍓 Sappho (80) in 12th house synastry:

Intuitive understanding or unspoken connection between partners, there may be a sense of yearning or longing for an idealised romantic Union that exists beyond the constrains of the physical world.

🍓 Lust(4386) on 1st house synastry:

Passionate and dynamic connection between partners characterized by intense physical attraction ,sexual energy, and a strong focus on the physical aspects of the relationship.

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( post based on poll)

End......

Thank you!!

~piko 🌹

[burningcheese-merchant]

Psst, hear me out: The Beast being fucking yanderes with the ancients.

You Get It™️ I mean... Did you guys see episode 6? Burning Simp Cookie is already a yandere lol. He's been there and he refuses to leave. And Shadow Milk is honestly not that far behind, he feels some type of way towards Pure Vanilla and it would be cute if it wasn't so sad and creepy lol

Really though, I just love hero/villain ships in general (always have, since long before Cookie Run ever existed) and I get a kick out of villains acting stupid over crushes (read: obsessions), and acting stupid in general. There's just something about a villain being in love with the hero to a psychotic, comical degree, and the hero rebuffing them at every turn that's just really amusing to me lol. Like what Joker sort of has with Batman, you know?

Here are my Yandere Beasts in bare-bones terms:

Burning Spice: come on, if you've read my stuff, you know EXACTLY what Yandere Spice is like lol. If not, I'll refer you to this and this, as well as my fics on AO3. If those don't tell you what Yandere Spice is like then idk how else to help you lol

Shadow Milk: if the final boss of theater/drama kids had a crush but was also a malignant narcissist of some sort lol. Absolutely DESPERATE for Vanilla's attention at all times. If he's not actively trying to worm into Vanilla's brain and harass him in his thoughts and dreams, he's in the real world brainstorming better ways to do that lol. He does not grasp why the creepy puppet shows and gaslighting attempts aren't convincing Vanilla to fall in love with him. Will attack and torment and insult Vani in one breath and then praise and love and worship him in another, because he's a histrionic clown freak with whirlwind emotions. But above all else, he literally thinks he owns Vani and is meticulously plotting the horrible and hilarious demise of any and all he perceives as a threat to their union

Eternal Sugar: World's Laziest Stalker™️. Almost exclusively haunts Holly in her dreams (I have to assume that that's what her power will entail, as the Beast of Sloth); however, she's more "effective" in her wooing attempts due to her past experience as the Herald of Happiness. She actually goes out of her way to construct dreams and the like that have things in them that make Holly happy (or what she thinks makes Holly happy; she, as well as the others, has big tunnel vision and is very selfish and self-absorbed, and thus pays more lip service to her own wants than those of who she loves/obsesses over). Thankfully doesn't run into Holly in person often because that's work... but sometimes she DOES work up the nerve to go after her for real, and... well

Mystic Flour: Denial, denial, denial. Not just a river in Egypt the Golden Cheese Kingdom, but she'll say and act like otherwise. No, she does not like Dark Cacao. He robbed her of her volition and the chance to enact her will. He prevented her from freeing the world from pain and suffering. He is a stubborn fool who refuses to understand the truth. He... is very handsome. She does not like how handsome he is. It is distracting. She doesn't like dwelling on her memories of him and their encounters. She doesn't like how she came to harbor a single kernel of respect in her heart after he stood his ground against her; a kernel that she inadvertently nurtured and cultivated slowly but surely, until... no. No, she doesn't like Dark Cacao. She doesn't think about him all day. She doesn't want to try to lure him back to her land so she can trap him in the flour fog with her again. She doesn't miss feeling his dark eyes on her. She doesn't deeply resent his attachment to his people, and seek to transfer that attachment to her instead. No, she... damn it, he's ruined her. He's made her feel things again. He's made her succumb to selfishness and greed, to earthly desire and attachment - desire for HIM, attachment to HIM. All of her hard work and enlightenment gone to waste... She doesn't want to like Dark Cacao, she recognizes the folly in such a thing, but she's stuck - and so stuck is she that not only does she not really see a way out, she doesn't WANT one. She's become too content with her attachment to him too quickly. Now she has to agonize over her own foolishness, and try to keep denying that she doesn't care while also longing for his attention and wanting to do away with all that steals his attention away from her

Silent Salt: probably the least awful of the five, but he's still creepy and that's not a high bar to clear anyway lol. Has a better grasp on "normal" behavior than the others (like... he pays attention to what White Lily likes/wants and tries to adjust accordingly), but he's following her around everywhere and acting extremely violent and territorial over her towards anyone who he catches approaching her. He's legitimately, surprisingly sweet and gentle towards her; he brings her flowers, he listens to her when she asks/tells him something, he's more or less respectful of her personal space (he will try to be as physically close to her as possible, but actually backs off a little if she asks him to, only to try again, and so on and so forth)... but he's still a villain, he's still violent and creepy, he still gets angry when she pays attention to other people for too long and he has brought actual harm to others out of jealousy. He's the best of the worst but that really doesn't mean much of anything, he's still a psycho creep like the others

In short, they form a tight-knit coalition of absolutely fucking deranged freakazoids and they should all probably die :)

[sensualnoiree]

astro notes: the moon & her phases 🌚

The Moon, with its soft, glowing presence in the night sky, has captivated human beings for millennia. Beyond its physical beauty, the Moon holds profound symbolic and esoteric meanings in various mystical traditions, particularly in alchemy. Dive into the alchemical and esoteric properties of the Moon, explore its significance as a symbol of inner transformation, spiritual enlightenment, and the depths of the human psyche.

Cycle of Transformation: The Moon's phases, from the dark New Moon to the full illumination of the Full Moon and back again, symbolize the cyclical nature of life, death, and rebirth. This mirrors the alchemical process of transformation, where base materials are purified and transmuted into a higher form.

🌑 New Moon: The New Moon marks the beginning of the lunar cycle, where the Moon is not visible in the sky. Symbolically, this phase represents the darkness before the dawn, the void from which all creation emerges. In alchemy, it corresponds to the initial stage of the alchemical process, known as Calcination. This is the stage where the base materials, representing the raw and unrefined aspects of the self, are broken down and purified through the fires of transformation.

🌘 Waxing Crescent: As the Moon begins to wax, or grow larger, after the New Moon, it enters the Waxing Crescent phase. This phase symbolizes growth, intention setting, and the planting of seeds. In the alchemical journey, this corresponds to the stage of Dissolution, where the purified elements begin to coalesce and take shape, laying the groundwork for further growth and development.

🌗 First Quarter: The First Quarter Moon marks the halfway point between the New Moon and the Full Moon. Symbolically, it represents a time of challenges, decisions, and action. In alchemy, this phase corresponds to the stage of Separation, where the purified elements are refined further, and the unnecessary or detrimental aspects are discarded. This is a crucial step in the process of transformation, where clarity and discernment are necessary to move forward.

🌖 Waxing Gibbous: As the Moon continues to wax, it enters the Waxing Gibbous phase, where it approaches full illumination. This phase symbolizes refinement, integration, and preparation for the culmination of the cycle. In alchemy, this corresponds to the stage of Conjunction, where the purified elements are brought together and integrated to form a harmonious whole. It is a time of synthesis and alignment, as the individual aspects of the self merge into a unified whole.

🌕 Full Moon: The Full Moon is the peak of the lunar cycle when the Moon is fully illuminated in the night sky. Symbolically, it represents illumination, fulfillment, and the realization of intentions. In alchemy, this corresponds to the stage of Fermentation, where the purified elements reach their peak potency and transformation is complete. It is a time of celebration and revelation, as the alchemist experiences a profound sense of union with the divine and the cosmos.

🌔 Waning Gibbous: After the Full Moon, the Moon begins to wane, or decrease in illumination, entering the Waning Gibbous phase. This phase symbolizes reflection, gratitude, and the release of what no longer serves. In alchemy, this corresponds to the stage of Distillation, where the essence of the transformed elements is extracted and purified further. It is a time of consolidation and integration, as the alchemist reflects on the lessons learned and prepares for the next phase of the journey.

🌓 Last Quarter: The Last Quarter Moon marks the halfway point between the Full Moon and the New Moon. Symbolically, it represents surrender, letting go, and clearing space for new beginnings. In alchemy, this phase corresponds to the stage of Coagulation, where the purified elements solidify and take on their final form. It is a time of resolution and closure, as the alchemist integrates the lessons of the journey and prepares to embark on a new cycle of transformation.

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[logos-of-experience-and-truth]

Podcast Transcript - S3EP021 - Podcast Restart

Podcast Transcript – S3EP21 – Podcast Restart Audio and Show Notes Welcome back to the Logos of Experience and Truth Podcast. This is going to be something a little bit different. I’m gonna call this a podcast restart, restarting the direction that I was aiming at with this, and I’ll try and explain it in this one. And obviously this is gonna be a much different free flowing, freestyled not…

[compassionmattersmost]

The Ego’s Journey from Separation to Enlightenment: A Union of Sufi, Buddhist, and Hindu Wisdom

There is a moon that rises every night, a silent witness to the sun’s endless light. And yet, the moon itself knows no radiance, no brilliance of its own. It is only when the sun kisses its surface, that it shines, softly, luminously, reflecting a borrowed light. The moon is not the light, but through it, light is made visible. So too is the ego, that fragile vessel we cling to, believing it to…

[talonabraxas]

Tantra is the science of transforming ordinary lovers into soul mates. And that is the grandeur of Tantra. It can transform the whole earth; it can transform each couple into soul mates. -Rajneesh

Yab-Yum Talon Abraxas

Yab-Yum (Tibetan meaning "father-mother") is a common symbol in the Buddhist art of India, Bhutan, Nepal and Tibet representing the male deity in sexual union with his female consort. Often the male deity is sitting in lotus position while his consort is sitting in his lap.

The symbolism is associated with Anuttarayoga tantra and, while there are various interpretations of the symbolism in the twilight language, the male figure is usually linked to compassion (karuṇā) and skillful means (upāya-kauśalya), while the female partner to 'insight' (prajñā).

The symbolism of union and sexual polarity is a central teaching Tantric Buddhism, especially in Tibet. The union is realised by the practitioner as a mystical experience within one's own body.

Yab-yum is generally understood to represent the primordial (or mystical) union of wisdom and compassion. In Buddhism the masculine form is active, representing the compassion and skillful means (upaya) that have to be developed in order to reach enlightenment. The feminine form is passive and represents wisdom (prajna), which is also necessary to enlightenment. United, the figures symbolize the union necessary to overcome the veils of Maya, the false duality of object and subject.

Yab-yum may also be represented through the aniconic signification of yantra and mandala. In Tibetan Buddhism, the same ideas are to be found concerning the bell and the dorje, which, like the yab-yum, symbolize the dualism that must be exceeded. The sacred Tantric practice leads to rapid development of mind by using the experience of bliss, non-duality, andecstasy while in communion with one's consort.

[athanasius-symposium-of-writings]

Hi! This is my first time requesting anything since I’m usually really shy but I really love your writings…!!! Could you write about Philosopher's Stone? With the reader as him and his brother’s assistant. You can drop this if you’re busy, but I would be happy if you do, there’s like zero content about him😭

Jazz hands! This come out a bit different than the request a bit but hope you like it! this came out crazy long lol

Rated: Mature | Rated: hints of Stockholm, fae!reader, slight dubcon, helios is a warning

The more he looked upon the small trapped creature the more his animosity grew. This bitter vile infectious hatred felt justified each day as he became self-aware.

Helios, his name is Helios! The Director had mocked him as if naming himself was like watching a child learn how to pronounce and write their name; Helios is far more intelligent than his creator is willing to give him credit for. An assistant, a glorified mess cleaner, and a wall to talk to, Helios sneers.

You place your tiny hand on the glass as your wings keep you fluttering in the air, you smile when you see him before twirling in the air with bell chimes following. He has yet to fully decipher your way of communicating but your expressive nature helps solve most of the mystery. You like him, happy twirls with loops in the air followed by light bell chimes. You do not like the director who keeps you trapped here; there is no dancing and bell chimes for him. It is amusing how you huff around his creator and cross your arms to display your dislike.

A trapped mystical creature to be examined and studied as the type of fae you are has a link to the Philosopher's Stone. You have no idea what the Director had planned for you until he showed you Helios.

“Oh, when will you give in and tell us your secrets, little fae?” Alone with you, his finger tapping the glass of your enclosure created to keep you alive, you stare at him sadly. “Such will. Director Waning will break it even if it means ripping your wings off.” A bored tone as you tremble while sitting on the fake grass. A caged animal to be poked and prodded until you surrender how to create the Philosopher's Stone white.

Red was achieved and created life, now the white version of the stone could theoretically prolong life.

An immortal Director who can experience transcendence as research claims the combination of both versions of the stones can provide. Rebis, the union of Luna and Sol, Waning knows you know what this means but will not give him the information needed.

So here you are fearful of torture but unwilling to tell him what Rebis is or how to create the white stone he is missing.

A chime then you touch the glass again with glossy tearful eyes, placing your forehead against the glass. You miss home, miss your home of nature and shiny metals. Miss the radiance of beauty and peace, you miss the Red King of Sol and White Queen of Luna— Two fae who are sealed away in Rebis forever as one. There is a price for transcendence, one they paid for. Now they keep the secret of the cruel price of the Philosopher's Stone.

It will create but destroy, the fae folk guard it for selfish and selfless reasons— Vanity and Sanity. It is the curse it inflicts to completely balance them, good and evil, Rebis.

You wish humans were not curious enough to stare into the abyss that will scar them. Seeing Helios, a living piece of the Philosopher's Stone, is frightening as a human not only recreated the cursed stone but gave it life.

“You know something,” He hums, “Your eyes give it away.” He chuckles when you cover them, “I won't tell. We have secrets for a reason.” Helios is not kind, you know within those strange dark eyes lies the waiting beast— The true horror of the Philosopher's Stone's price— Waiting to strike.

You look away.

The months passing by become like the slow ticking of a clock, the sound loud in the silence of the Director's office. Waning keeps you here safe from the fumes and heat of the alchemist room. He took you there a few times to show he is capable of creating the Luna Stone, this only caused you greater fear of him.

The last human who was close to achieving Rebis, was driven insane and turned into something unrecognizable. It is the price of curiosity, of trying to become more— To play God as the human saying goes. You are helpless to your captor, helpless as each passing of time you are losing yourself, helpless when ruby claws pick you out of your enclosure to show you the stars from behind a window.

One day it finally happened…Given enough time away from your home, you start shifting into human form. Your wings become tattoos on your back, your body matching a human's height and mass equivalent, and magicless…

Now you are part of their world, on the floor surrounded by debris from your glass enclosure. The crashing sound brought the one person who seemed to pity you and equally helpless. There you were bleeding and shaking as you sat there naked and cold like a newborn babe.

Your first words, no bell chimes, with a cracking voice, “Help me.” You have finally lost everything, your body at last adapted to the human realm.

The jacket placed over your shoulders, you rested your head on his shoulders as you cried, you broke that day. Broke as you do not know… You doubt you can go home anymore. The human realm has tainted you too much.

The Director won. You told him about the white stone and Rebis. Told him how to make it yet did not say what the price was, it was your way of revenge. Waning did not live long enough to attempt to create the white Philosopher's Stone— The secret died with him.

Murdered. Left a corpse bloodied, his office covered in symbols with his blood. Helios found joy and excitement in killing his creator.

There was a lot of noise, too many people; Helios hid you away, kept safe in part of the grand library where Waning once hid him. You read human words, studies what books of alchemy were around, and made sure to care for yourself.

Then there was silence after the death.

It is as unsettling as the way Helios has become— Or maybe he always was— Unsettling but you are too lost in your imprisonment and false hope of safety with him to see the danger.

The grand library temporarily closed and hidden away until a new Director can be appointed. Helios is using that to his advantage to do as he pleases.

“There is no possibility of you returning home,” Seeing him sitting on the desk he is claiming as his own, “Trapped here forever and forever.” There is that hint of sadistic joy in his voice, both of you trapped in this grand library.

You say nothing while in front of him dressed in the way his creator liked. A pet, exotic pet, they both like having your back exposed to touch the sensitive marks of your wings on your back. A treasure, priceless, you allow Helios to continue what Waning once did to you.

“We should make the most of the peace before another Director is chosen.” Grinning as he pulls you into his arms, blood and alchemical smell on his clothes, you simply move and stay against him.

There are many stories about faefolk indulging, they are true about some faefolk. Some have courts, some are nomadic, and some are like your people who trinker and live in isolation. The Red King and White Queen made the degree, it was followed until the Philosopher's Stone found them. It sought its kin, most do not know how alive the stone is, and though it did not find the Rebis, it found you.

Found you, stole you, and claimed you.

Helios promises to keep you safe, to not create the white Philosopher's Stone or become a Rebis. He wants to live for himself, to be himself, to embrace this freedom with you!

There is kissing, touching, dark promises whispered in your pointed ear. You cling to him as touches and undresses you, naked for him to worship you before taking you.

In the over indulgent Courts of Fae, sex is a pass time. No fae needs it to create a fae as nature creates them, sex is only for fun. The influence of humanity's wild and strange ways of sex is very much seen. Last you heard the Oletus Court was having such wild parties, two other courts created treaties with them just to join in the fun.

You find it odd, the first time felt dull and chore, Waning enjoyed himself but you felt nothing.

With Helios, you find yourself unable to not feel anything.

Even now as he has you over the desk taking you from behind, you find yourself lost in waves of pleasure. You are completely overwhelmed, overtaken, there is no way to stop feeling him. Sex helps you not think, to be lost in a daze until slumber takes you.

Helios is a kind enough lover (?) to bask in your warmth until you are recovered enough to return to the bedroom with his assistance. Of course, he will take you again now with the comfort of a bed under you.

[thrashkink-coven]

“LUCIFER is the god of inner fire and wisdom, setting our being in movement and incubating our magickal development toward self-perfection. This is a process of transformation and inner mutation of consciousness. He guides us to learn how to exploit our deepest instincts in an intelligent way, through a deep experience and connection with the essence of the Luciferian current and the know-thyself principle, by rising to and moving through astral and spiritual paths, which provides a perfect balance as a principal objective, allowing to ascend and become one with his essence.

The Luciferian current is a force we explore through the inner Self, activating deep primal elements of consciousness. It is a vast and long path, an inner challenge that is manifested as self-illumination, an individual process of striving towards self-control and mental equilibrium, empowering the spirit and flesh to understand the mysteries beyond the hidden veils of Lucifer. Here the adept devours him/herself, one’s own identity, to give birth to another, which is forged through a direct experience with one’s own darkness, creating one’s own rituals, symbols that he/she can give life to through a deep atavistic process, focusing the Luciferian current as a symbol of self-liberation and inner devotion, and transcending into self-perfection in every stage of life. Through these powerful explorations we became living vessels of the Luciferian essence in flesh, learn to operate on this plane as gods and goddesses and open astral gates in diverse magickal workings.

Through the deep magickal work with Lucifer we learn to understand that the knowledge is within us, and through this knowledge we ourselves become the torch of wisdom that guides us to ancestral gnosis, revealing the sacred, limitless wisdom, and allowing us to explore it in its totality. This is a mystical union with our own higher Self, becoming the morning star through diverse techniques, such as devotional mantras, invocations and deep works of focused will, the awakening and encounter with our inner god, deep states of inner alchemy, and evolutionary processes of the mind, body and soul. The purpose of this work is to release the mystical essence of the inner fire, open and expand the consciousness and the spirit through the sacred fire of Lucifer and to ascend on the astral realm as a god on other levels of existence, knowing that Lucifer in his purest essence is the god of the air and the astral plane. It is on the astral level that we must build a temple of adoration for his manifestation in the physical world.”

-Edgar Kerval

Purifying Fire, The Seed of Luciferian Gnosis

[austerity-audacity-asceticism]

Degrees of Prayer, according to St. Teresa of Avila

Teresa of Ávila, OCD was a Carmelite nun and prominent Spanish mystic and religious reformer. Sh was born in 1515 at the brink of the Reformation in Ávila, Spain. The first female Doctor of the Church, she has had a significant impact on how we currently understand contemplative prayer, what it means to have a personal relationship with God, and how we can continue the spiritual practices of monastic life even though we work and live in a secular society.

Her writings demonstrate not only rigorous discipline and contemplative prayer, but also a dry wit. She should also be the patron saint of the audacity, because I remember distinctly reading the Interior Castle for the first time and coming across her writing to her fellow Carmelites, "From silly devotions and sour-faced saints, good Lord, deliver us!"

We celebrate her feast day today, October 15. In honor of the first female doctor of the Church, this is a brief rundown of St. Teresa's Degrees of Prayer, with explanations that are not meant to be exhaustive, but to encourage you to read more of her writings, as I pale in comparison to the lucidity of her writing.

Meditation: Drawing Water from the Well

According to St. Teresa, this degree consists of prayer through active meditation. This requires focused effort and withdrawing from the world for a bit, so that we may not be distracted by the concerns and anxieties that plague our minds on a day to day basis. These beginners should aim to be be happy and free and confident. They should attempt great things in the pursuit of active meditation.

Reference: the Life of Teresa of Jesus, chapter 11 and chapter 12 and chapter 13

2. The Prayer of Quiet: The Waterwheel

After a soul has become accustomed to active meditation, St. Teresa encourages moving towards the prayer of quiet. She writes, "Here the soul begins to be recollected and comes upon something supernatural because in no way can it acquire this prayer through any efforts it may make." The fruits of this degree is the movement of the soul away from earthly delights, and into a sense of peace. The efforts of prayer ease, while the activity does not. This degree of prayer reveals grace to us more clearly, and fills us with a deep inner satisfaction. When a soul experiences the Prayer of Quiet, it seems that no greater blessing is possible. Because of this, while many people are given to the prayer of quiet, few people think to go beyond it.

Reference: the Life of Teresa of Jesus, chapter 14 and chapter 15

3. Union: Water Flowing from a Stream

In this stage of prayer, St. Teresa reflects that it now seems that its fruits are all a product of God's work, while one's faculties seem to be asleep. The stream of divine water flows freely into the garden of one's soul; this may happy whether one is in a state of contemplation, or active charity. The inner work and relationship of prayer seems to be continuing beneath the conscious surface. One's faculties fall asleep, and the soul becomes absorbed in union.

Reference: the Life of Teresa of Jesus, chapter 16 and chapter 17

4. Rapture: Heavenly Rain

St. Teresa describes this degree as the prayer of union, using the image of "heavenly rain that saturates the whole garden in abundance." She writes these experiences as short-lived and scarce, but the goodness received as incomprehensible. St. Teresa had other words for this degree: elevation, flight of the spirit, transport, ecstasy.

Reference: the Life of Teresa of Jesus, chapter 18 and chapter 19 and chapter 20 and chapter 21

"My chief aim is to cause souls to covet so sublime a blessing." - St. Teresa of Avila

St. Teresa of Jesus, pray for us.

Links to additional resources:

St. Teresa of Ávila – Who St. Teresa of Ávila Was, Her Feast Day, Carmelite Spirituality, Prayers & Quotes

Four stages of Mystical Prayer in Teresa of Avila

Summary of the Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Avila

St. Teresa of Avila - The Life of by Herself

The Interior Castle or The Mansions

[moonsoulastrology]

Asteroid Psyche (16) thru elements, signs, and houses.

Psyche represents being psychically attuned and bonded with another person. Psyche was originally a mortal that transformed herself into a diety. She mastered her tasks by the wrathful Aphrodite! She then transformed herself so she could become the bride to Eros, the god of erotic love. Their love and union produced children named Bliss, Pleasure, and Ecstasy. Their love represents soul mate union.

Astrologically, Psyche is actually the higher octave of Venus who expressed her refinement of personal and psychic attunement to another.

Psyche in a chart may suggest a focus on inner journeys, self-discovery, and the exploration of one’s deeper emotions and motivations.

In a natal chart, a prominent Psyche will symbolize psychic sensitivity to the mind and feelings of another. She is sometimes linked to themes of transformation and personal growth. The heightened awareness from her can produce the yearning for a mystic soul-mate union. Her placement might indicate areas where the person can experience healing and growth. If this placement is stressful in a chart, it can bring the native lack of sensitivity, block your psychic awareness, or give you an inability to enter personal relationships.

Psyche thru the elements:

Air - suggests mental telepathy.

Water - this implies empathy to the native.

Fire - this suggests the ability to control and direct energy fields.

Earth - this points to achievements in physical manifestation.

When Psyche aspects a planet the contact to that planet can bring heightened awareness. Examples would be: Psyche/ Uranus precognitive ability; Psyche/ Ceres the ability to mirror skills in communication to children and planets; Psyche/ Chiron gives the ability for psychic healing.

In synastry, Psyche/Eros contacts can show potential for soul mate union.

Psyche thru signs and houses:

Psyche in Aries/1st House: Psyche may suggest that themes of self- discovery, emotional depth, and psychological exploration are prominent in the individual's identity. The person might have a strong focus on understanding and expressing their inner world.

Psyche in Taurus/2nd House: The individual may find that their values, self-worth, and relationship with material possessions are closely tied to deeper psychological and soul- level processes.

Psyche in Gemini/3rd House:

Communication, learning, and

local interactions may be

influenced by this placement. The person might engage

in mental and communicative

activities that connect with their

inner psyche and emotional

landscape.

Psyche in Cancer/4th House:

Home, family, and emotional roots could be areas of focus. The individual may experience deep emotional connections within the family and seek psychological understanding of their roots.

Psyche in Leo/5th House: Themes of creativity, self- expression, and romance may be key with this placement. The person might approach creative pursuits and romantic relationships with a desire for deeper emotional and soul connections.

Psyche in Virgo/6th House: Work, health, and daily routines may be influenced by this placement. The individual might seek psychological well- being in their daily activities and may find a connection between work and their inner world.

Psyche in Libra/7th House: Partnerships and relationships may be profoundly influenced by this placement. The person may seek soul-level connections in relationships, and the dynamics with others could be a source of psychological exploration.

Psyche in Scorpio/8th House: Intimacy, shared resources, and transformation may be key themes with this placement. The individual may have a deep interest in psychological and transformative experiences, and intimate relationships may involve profound emotional connections.

Psyche in Sagittarius/9th House: Exploration of philosophy, higher education, and travel may be influenced by this placement. The person might seek a deeper understanding of life's meaning through philosophical and spiritual exploration.

Psyche in Capricorn/10th House: Career, public image, and life path may be areas where Psyche plays a significant role with this placement. The individual may integrate psychological insights into their career path and public image.

Psyche in Aquarius/11th House: Friendships, group affiliations, and social causes may be influenced by this placement. The person might be drawn to friends and groups that align with their psychological and soul-level interests.

Psyche in Pisces/12th House: The subconscious, spirituality, and hidden aspects of the self could be areas of focus in this placement. The person may have a strong connection with their inner world and spiritual practices, seeking psychological healing in the process.

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