Magick Matters

“Death as an Altered State of Consciousness: A Scientific Approach” by Imants Baruss

"In this engaging book, diverse phenomena associated with death, such as apparent after-death communication and near-death experiences, are examined through a scientific lens and evaluated for the degree to which they offer evidence for the survival of consciousness after death. Is death the end of everything? Is life after death really possible? Considerable scientific support has emerged in recent years for the idea that death is best described as an altered state of consciousness. This survival hypothesis contrasts with predominant materialist thinking, which holds that there is only oblivion upon death. Chapters in this book investigate scientific evidence for mediumship, instrumental transcommunication, near-death experiences, after-death communication, and past-life experiences, among other anomalous death-related occurrences, and a...>>

“The Occult Novels of Dion Fortune: Literary Initiations” by Georgia van Raalte

🕵️🐷🕵️ zero-day🕵️🐷🕵️ "This monograph explores the work of Dion Fortune, one of the most prolific British occult authors of the interwar period, and her claim that her books had an initiatory quality. She held that reading her books and meditating on their contents could produce a lasting change in consciousness, which in turn could lead to lasting changes in an individual’s life. This book aims to rehabilitate a figure largely forgotten by both the fields of Literature and of Esotericism and proposes a framework for analysing initiatory fiction and the experience of fictional initiation. The study presents a new avenue for research and theoretical perspective on literary texts from the Occult Revival, as well as...>>

“Surviving Modern Yoga: Cult Dynamics, Charismatic Leaders, and What Survivors Can Teach Us” by Matthew Remski

"Grounded in investigative research and real survivor stories, Surviving Modern Yoga uncovers the physical and sexual abuse perpetrated by Ashtanga yoga leader Pattabhi Jois—and reckons with the culture, structures, and mythos that enabled it. The revised edition of Practice and All is Coming from Conspirituality co-host Matthew Remski Yoga culture sells well-meaning westerners the full package: physical health, good vibes, and spiritual growth. Here, investigative journalist Matthew Remski explores how cultic dynamics, institutional self-interest, and spiritualized indifference collude to obscure the truth: Harm happens in plain sight. Through in-depth interviews, insider analysis, and Remski’s own history with high-demand groups, Surviving Modern Yoga brings to light how we’re each susceptible to cult abuse and exploitation. He shows how,...>>

“Mind Magik: The Zen of Manifestation” by David Thompson

"Unlock the Power of Your Mind and Manifest Your Dreams In Mind Magik: The Zen of Manifestation, discover how to harness the power of your mind to create the life you desire. By blending the clarity of Zen principles with transformative meditation and visualization techniques, this book offers a step-by-step guide to mastering the art of manifestation. Whether you’re seeking abundance, love, or personal growth, you’ll find practical tools to help you unlock your full potential. Inside, you’ll learn how to: Use simple meditation exercises to calm your mind and connect to your inner wisdom. Tap into your higher self for clarity, guidance, and inspiration. Apply focused...>>

“The Witch’s Guide to Animal Familiars: Spells, Rituals & Recipes for Making Magic with Animal Allies” by Madame Pamita

🕵️🐷🕵️ zero-day🕵️🐷🕵️ "Whether you are seeking to bring animal magic into your practice or simply want to bond with a furry, finned, or feathered friend in more meaningful ways, this guide will expand your magical practice and amplify your power with the help of an animal familiar. More than just black cats... Discover your personal animal familiar and open yourself to a new way of working alongside the animal kingdom in your magical practice. More than simple elements to be added to spells, animals are allies who can teach any witch about energy, life force, and different kinds of consciousness. For centuries, witches have been linked with familiars such as black cats; however, the world of animal familiars...>>