Magick Matters

30.05.2021

“There Is No Antimemetics Division” by qntm

"There Is No Antimemetics Division" by qntm

"An antimeme is an idea with self-censoring properties; an idea which, by its intrinsic nature, discourages or prevents people from spreading it. Antimemes are real. Think of any piece of information which you wouldn't share with anybody, like passwords, taboos and dirty secrets. Or any piece of information which would be difficult to share even if you tried: complex equations, very boring passages of text, large blocks of random numbers, and dreams... But anomalous antimemes are another matter entirely. How do you contain something you can't record or remember? How do you fight a war against an enemy with effortless, perfect camouflage, when you can never even know that you're at war? Welcome to the Antimemetics Division. No,...>>

30.05.2021

“The Creepypasta Collection, Volume 2: 20 Stories. No Sleep.” by MrCreepyPasta et al

"The Creepypasta Collection, Volume 2: 20 Stories. No Sleep." by MrCreepyPasta et al

"Just when you thought it was safe to go back online, YouTube sensation Mr. CreepyPasta returns with a whole new collection of truly creepy tales deemed too terrifying for the offline world—until now. The Creepypasta Collection, Volume 2 delves into the depths of the absolute best short stories from the darkest corners of the Internet. You won’t be able to sleep with the light off after experiencing the misadventures of our heroes and heroines, who encounter everything from the highly suspicious to the incredibly disturbed. With stories that range from the unforgettable “Jeff the Killer” to the fear-inducing “Smiling Dog,” this collection is the perfect gift for Creepypasta fans and horror enthusiasts alike."...>>

30.05.2021

“The Creepypasta Collection: Modern Urban Legends You Can’t Unread” by MrCreepyPasta et al

"The Creepypasta Collection: Modern Urban Legends You Can't Unread" by MrCreepyPasta et al

"A terrifying, thrilling collection of must-read horror stories chock-full of nightmarish supernatural beings and the murderously disturbed that are sure to keep you up all night long. “If you place this book back on the shelf now, you'll save yourself!” —MrCreepyPasta There are stories that scare you. And then there are the dark and disturbing creepypasta stories that will leave you seriously freaked out. The Creepypasta Collection is an unsettling anthology of terror, full of nightmares and dangerous creatures—from unearthly supernatural beings to the murderously disturbed. So, lock the doors, check under the bed, turn up the lights, and get ready for an unforgettable, up-all-night journey into the heart of darkness."...>>

30.05.2021

“Changing Belief Systems With NLP” by Robert Brian Dilts

"Changing Belief Systems With NLP" by Robert Brian Dilts

"This work describes advanced NLP techniques for identifying and influencing key beliefs. NLP provides a model of the mind and a set of behavioral tools that can allow people to unlock some of the hidden mechanisms of beliefs and belief systems. Through the processes of NLP, beliefs and the neurolinguistic and physical elements which influence beliefs, may be explored and influenced in a comprehensive and pragmatic way. This book is a result of the author's extensive exploration of the underlying processes which influence beliefs using the tools of NLP. It is primarily drawn from a manuscript of a seminar on belief change. By doing so, it presents and preserves some of the feeling and interactive...>>

30.05.2021

“Numb: How the Information Age Dulls Our Senses and How We Can Get them Back” by Charles R. Chaffin

"Numb: How the Information Age Dulls Our Senses and How We Can Get them Back" by Charles R. Chaffin

"In Numb, distinguished author Dr. Charles R. Chaffin delivers a fun and evidence-based exploration of how you can devote more attention on what you believe is important while ignoring the distractions that increasingly permeate your life. Using research from cognitive, education, positive, and clinical psychology, the book identifies the sources of noise and distraction in this information age and how we can manage it in all aspects of our lives. You'll learn about: How experiences in technology, from social media to selfies to porn, impact our ability to engage and connect with others The news we consume and the impact of confirmation bias, filter bubbles, and tribalism ...>>