Kabbalah: Unlocking the Mystical Blueprint of Existence
Kabbalah is one of the most enigmatic and misunderstood spiritual traditions in human history. Often associated with Jewish mysticism, it goes far beyond esoteric symbols and cryptic teachings. It is, at its core, an intricate system of understanding the universe, the self, and the divine.
Carl Jung and the Demiurge: The Shadow of the Creator
Carl Jung had an unusual relationship with the concept of the Demiurge—a figure that appears in Gnostic mythology as a flawed, often malevolent, creator of the material world. While Jung wasn’t a Gnostic in the traditional sense, his psychology shared deep resonances with their worldview, particularly in his ideas about the unconscious, the nature of…
The Art of Couth: A Lost Treasure of Grace
Today, let’s chat about something my mother used to say whenever she witnessed someone behaving in a way that lacked, well, basic decency: “Some people have no couth.” She’d shake her head, disappointed but dignified, and it stuck with me. It wasn’t just about calling someone out—it was her way of upholding a standard, a…
Eternal Embrace: A Thought Experiment to Discover Love Is Eternal
Have you ever felt the overwhelming warmth of love, only to wonder where it goes when someone you cherish is no longer physically by your side? Maybe you’ve experienced a deep loss—a parent, a partner, or a friend—and found yourself reaching into the void they left behind, longing for their presence.
Write it out with Cognitive Psycho: Journaling to Self-Discovery and Healing
Journaling has always been deeply personal to me. I’ve kept some form of a journal since I was about ten years old. Back then, it was a simple notebook filled with scribbles about my day, my dreams, and my secrets. Over time, that notebook evolved into a sacred space—a confidant where I could pour out…