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Dec 6, 2021

Magick and Zen: Is Zen Meditation Right for You?

Zen, or zazen, is a Japanese Buddhist form of meditation that aims to promote both awareness and relaxation.

Steve Beale

Jul 27, 2021

What Can You Learn from Shamanism?

One does not need to be a shaman to practice shamanism. Shamanistic practices include working with the spirits of ancestors who have gone beyond their physical bodies and communicating with the energy that infuses all things—like the land, the water, trees, and even rocks, as well as animals.

Heather L. Makar

Jul 21, 2021

Magick: Where to Start With Building a Successful Practice

You, as the creator of your own life, use magick to tap into the universal source of creativity. It's a tool to harness your own innate creativity, divinity, and chaos.

Heather L. Makar

Jul 21, 2021

4 Myths and 7 Mistakes to Avoid When Learning Magick!

Sometimes obstacles prevent future magicians from ever studying the art and science of magick. Here's how to identify them and how to avoid them!

Jason Louv

Jul 20, 2021

3 Things You Need To Know About How Karma Works

Can you use karma to have better luck? Yes, you bet! In fact, you're constantly using karma in all of your actions, every day. Since having thoughts and taking actions are unavoidable parts of life, choosing your thoughts and actions deliberately can turn the karmic wheel in your favor.

Heather L. Makar

Jul 15, 2021

The I Ching Oracle Demystified

When you ask the I Ching a question, you can expect a discussion about life, the universe, and everything and how it pertains to your situation. You'll receive an answer rich with context and symbolism that can be applied to every aspect of your life as it is at the moment.

Heather L. Makar

Jun 25, 2021

5 Tips to Protect Yourself as an Empath

Title: 5 Tips to Protect Yourself as an Empath Empathy is the ability to understand the emotions and situations that other people around you are experiencing. It's a skill that can be practiced; the more deeply you can understand the emotions, thoughts, and motivations of others, the better all of your relationships will be.

Heather L. Makar

May 13, 2020

The All-Time Best Jason Louv and Duncan Trussell Podcast Conversations

It's no secret that Duncan Trussell and I have had some excellent podcast conversations. Here's a guide to all of the shows we've done, including the best!

Jason Louv

Apr 16, 2020

Take This! It's Dangerous to Go Alone

In these tricky times, everybody needs a little magick to get through . . . or a lot. Luckily, I've got goodies, including new podcasts and courses!

Jason Louv

Jul 24, 2019

Occult Books Every Budding Wizard Should Own

Occult books are often misleading and full of disinformation. Here, I have assembled a comprehensive reading list of the best occult books ever.

Jason Louv

Jul 16, 2019

Magick, and How to Discover—and Fulfill—Your True Will

There is nothing so vital—so essential—as finding, and living, one's purpose in life. In the Western magical tradition, we call this the True Will, *thelema*. In Hinduism, it is Dharma. In Taoism, the Tao.

Jason Louv