Magick Matters

“The Nature of Astrology: History, Philosophy, and the Science of Self-Organizing Systems” by Bruce Scofield

🕵️🐷🕵️ zero-day🕵️🐷🕵️ "Our ancient ancestors recorded the rhythms of the Sun, Moon, planets, and stars, correlating these rhythms with weather, plant growth, and animal and human behaviors. From these early geocosmic recordings were born calendars, astronomy, and astrology. While astrology is now mostly viewed as subjective fortune-telling, Bruce Scofield argues that astrology is not only a practice but also a science, specifically a form of systems science—a set of techniques for mapping and analyzing self-organizing systems. Providing clear evidence that our solar system neighbors profoundly affect and shape life on our planet, Scofield shares modern biological and climatological studies on the effects of Earth’s rotation, the Sun, the Moon, and the rhythms of light, gravity, magnetism,...>>

“Runaway Science: True Stories of Raging Robots and Hi-Tech Horrors” by Nick Redfern

"Will computers come to dominate man? Will advanced technology, robots and artificial intelligence enhance or destroy our future … and thereby changing us forever!?! Learn about the history, the menace and opportunities of technology—as well as possible futures—in this one-of-a-kind book! Is technology running amok or is it serving as a helping hand? Is it a threat or a benefit? Runaway Science: True Stories of Raging Robots and Hi-Tech Horrors presents the ominous, and some encouraging, stories of how technology has shaped our past and might shape our future. It dives into the question of mankind’s future. An exhilarating and troubling read, it looks at whether robots and technology are a threat or a boon...>>

“The Guided Meditation Handbook: The Complete Guide To Writing, Leading, & Recording Guided Meditations” by Max Highstein

"Bestselling guided imagery author Max Highstein shares indispensable tips and techniques for crafting guided meditations that inspire, uplift, and heal. For counselors, teachers, healers, yoga instructors, clergy—anyone who wants to bring excellence to their work. Brimming with clear instruction on everything from conception to publishing, this book also includes 12 complete guided meditation scripts with notes and analysis. Chapters include: • Writing Your Script – Inductions, Transitions, Main Body, Affirmations, & Endings • Script Study – 12 Script Examples With Extensive Notes & Analysis • Recording Your Program – Hiring a Studio, or Setting Up Your Studio At Home • Voicing Your Program – Important Tips Doing A Professional Job • Meditation Music & Background Sounds – What To Look...>>

“The Cult of the Fox: Power, Gender, and Popular Religion in Late Imperial and Modern China” by Xiaofei Kang

"For more than five centuries the shamanistic fox cult has attracted large portions of the Chinese population and appealed to a wide range of social classes. Deemed illicit by imperial rulers and clerics and officially banned by republican and communist leaders, the fox cult has managed to survive and flourish in individual homes and community shrines throughout northern China. In this new work, the first to examine the fox cult as a vibrant popular religion, Xiaofei Kang explores the manifold meanings of the fox spirit in Chinese society. Kang describes various cult practices, activities of worship, and the exorcising of fox spirits to reveal how the Chinese people constructed their cultural and social values...>>

“Make Magic of Your Life: Passion, Purpose, and the Power of Desire” by T. Thorne Coyle

"Do you long to step into your power and live a life of passion? Do you wish to be of greater service? Are you willing to follow your soul's desire? Activate the magical formula known the Four Powers of the Sphinx. These four powers — To Know, To Will, To Dare, and To Keep Silence — help bring about a profound shift in how we view and move through the world. They will point you toward your highest purpose and show you what to do, both practically and spiritually, once you've found it. They will lead you to a life of magic. Find your soul's work. Follow desire. Live a life that matters."...>>