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(My observations as someone who has this stellium)

Solitude

feeling alienated from others or getting easily exhausted by people's energy, especially in group settings

you can have the ability to read people extremely easily. You can be in the presence of someone you've just met and already feel that something is off

only feeling like you can be yourself when alone

more prone to cut people off, distance, or ghost

enjoy spending time on creative projects, journalling, interests alone

Disconnection

constantly feeling like there's a fog separating you from the world around you and other people

either experiencing chronic dissociation or having episodes of it

feeling inhuman or unreal, like you were dropped onto Earth with no incentive

feeling like you have one foot in another realm at all times

Living more in your mind than in real life or constantly using escapism as a coping mechanism (music, movies, substances, limerence, daydreaming**, social media, etc.)

Projection

having others tell you who you are despite them only knowing surface level information

constantly feeling misunderstood or like no one knows the true you

putting on a mask in front of others, usually unintentionally

being a mirror to other people, they can see themselves and react accordingly

people becoming obsessed with you, either hating you or seeing you as their ideal (especially with Venus/Lilith)

people can describe you as being mysterious, quiet, or like you have your head in the clouds

this can be applicable to 8th house placements/stelliums

Paranormal

seeing shadow figures or experiencing unexplainable things, especially in childhood

being extremely sensitive to your environment and having the ability to pick up on things that others don't notice

prophetic or really surreal/vivid dreams

being really in tune with your subconscious mind while also feeling blocked off from it

again, also applies to 8th house (there's a lot of crossover lol)

The (Personal) Ramblings of a 12th House Stellium

(TW / MINORS DNI⚠️ : mentions of stalking and sexual content)

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DEFINITION + DISCLAIMER : Stalking is persistent, unwanted attention or surveillance by an individual toward another person, often involving repeated following, contacting, or monitoring in ways that make the person feel threatened, harassed, or unsafe. It typically includes obsessive behavior aimed at controlling or staying close to the person, even without their consent. These are just my personal observations and are meant for entertainment purposes only; it may not resonate with everyone due to the nuances of astrology. Please respect my work and avoid copying or stealing it. Enjoy reading!! 🕷️🩸

🩸All Water Sign Placements (Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces): Water signs are deeply emotional and intuitive, often forming intense bonds with others. Their empathetic nature can attract people who feel misunderstood or who have obsessive tendencies, as they believe only these individuals can truly understand them. This connection to the water signs' emotional depth can lead to feelings of obsession.

🩸Neptune in the 1st House: Ahh I think everyone’s heard of how much of a blessing and curse this placement is. Neptune in the 1st creates a mysterious or ethereal aura around the person. This makes them hard to read, which can magnetize those who idealize or obsess over mystery. Their ability to project fantasies onto others can lead stalkers to feel as if they’re connected on a deeper, almost spiritual level. A lot of celebrities with this placement have PSYCHOTIC FANS💀.

🩸Moon in the 1st House: These individuals are extremely attuned with their surroundings and can easily empathise and pick up on energies. They may unknowingly attract others who become fixated on their vulnerability or nurturing qualities.

🩸Pluto in the 1st House: Omg this placement is scary ngl because people notice how much power and magnetism this individual possesses and people just can’t help but be amazed and intrigued by these individuals. This intrigue makes them want to know more and more about the person which then leads to obsessive tendencies, such as following them around, stalking their social media page or just keeping tabs on them. These individuals surely have a strong, sometimes mysterious presence that can fascinate or captivate others, leading to obsessive behavior from admirers or stalkers.

🩸Chiron in the 1st House: Chiron in the 1st house can make someone appear vulnerable or wounded, which can attract individuals who want to "fix" or control them. This placement often draws people who are compelled to heal or dominate the person’s perceived weaknesses.

🩸Lilith in the 1st House: Lilith represents our shadow selves and repressed desires. In the 1st house, it can give off an aura of raw power and sexuality, attracting people who are drawn to what they perceive as forbidden or unattainable.

🩸Pluto-Ascendant Aspects (esp harsh aspects) : When the ascendant comes in contact with pluto, pluto intensifies its characteristics. This could indicate that these individuals have something super striking about their appearance. Pluto is also the planet of mystery and uncertainty so these individuals exude a sense of mystery which attracts people to them because they want to know more about this individual. These individuals attract people who want to control, or “possess” them which leads to stalking tendencies.

🩸Pluto-MC Aspects (esp harsh aspects) : People can easily retort to stalking tendencies when it comes to these individuals as MC represents their public persona and people get obsessed with the way the individual portrays or presents themselves to the world. This reminds me of stalker fans that celebrities have that would go to any and every extent to see them or be near them because they are so fascinated with how they “appear” in public. If you follow kpop there’s a term for these type of fans called as sasaeng fans (please go and look it up, it’s actually so scary) who also possess obsessive and super CONCERNING qualities which resonate with how stalking and obsession can occur in respect to this aspect.

🩸Pluto-Moon Aspects: This aspect gives rise to others becoming emotionally obsessed, attached and dependent on the individual. This attachment or dependence leads to obsession as other people feel they NEED this individual in order to survive and this causes obsession. These individuals may attract obsessive or controlling partners who are drawn to their emotional depth and vulnerability.

🩸Pluto-Venus Aspects (esp harsh aspects): Omg individuals with this aspect, PLEASE PLEASE be really careful with who you trust or share your information with, especially when it comes to romantic relationships. Your partner could become super possessive of you and would want to monitor you 24/7, so creepy omg. These individuals also attract really insecure and possessive people. So please be mindful when you’re letting your guard down with others. These individuals attract obsessive partners who are unable to let go, often experiencing power struggles or possessive behavior.

🩸Pluto-Mars Aspects (esp harsh aspects) This aspect heightens the individuals sexual energy which in return tends to attract attention of A LOT of perverts or people who just want to sleep with you. They see you as a way to sexually satisfy their needs and they become obsessed with the fact that you might sleep with them and slowly start getting creepy and stalking you till you give in and sleep with them (PLEASE RUN AWAY IMMEDIATELY). If you have this aspect and feel like partners are just using you for sexual activities, PLEASE LEAVE because I’m sure when the attraction is genuine you will know it. This aspect induces a lot of LUSTFUL intentions in others towards you.

🩸Neptune-Mars Aspects (mainly the square and conjunction) : Oh god the amount of times people with this aspect get sexualised is so sickening. Literally people fantasise about you in their sexual scenarios and get obsessed with these scenarios and desperately want it to happen in real life. This desperation gives rise to obsession and stalking. TOXIC ASF.

🩸Venus Square/Opposite Saturn: Individuals with these aspects usually tend to have low self esteem so they can mistake obsession as love because they think this is exactly how love is supposed to feel like and this is all they’re going to get. This aspect also often suggests struggles in love and relationships, which can manifest as attracting partners who are emotionally unavailable or controlling. The difficulties in achieving healthy relationships may attract obsessive behaviour from others who know that the individual is easily controlled and can be manipulated. This power that these toxic people have over the individuals is what makes them obsessed because they just NEED to control and possess the native. Even if the native cuts ties with these toxic people, these people would stalk them and somehow try manipulating their way back into the natives lives.

🩸Scorpio Venus: OKAY this placement takes the winner title for getting stalked. Literally every single scorpio venus I have encountered has one or the other story of how their partner or someone who liked them OUTRIGHT stalked them. The people who are into these natives are SUPER possessive and observant over these individuals. They stalk their social media, probably have a secret folder of their pics and somehow “magically” appear in the same places as the native is in. I’ve noticed that sometimes people with this placement do enjoy this kind of attention, as long as the other person is respecting your boundaries and the actions in the relationship are both consensual, then it’s all good. If you guys have watched the show “You”, there’s this character called Beck and I feel like she probably had this placement and that’s why Joe was so freakin OBSESSED with her and the amount of times and the ways in which he has stalked her is crazy💀

🩸Scorpio Mars: These people attract ATTENTION everywhere they go. A lot of staring from others too because it’s hard NOT to notice these individuals. Their powerful sexual energy and ability to dive deep into relationships can attract obsessive or controlling individuals who want to dominate or consume them.

🩸Pluto/Scorpio in the 7th House: Oh god, these people can’t help but not attract intense and controlling people. Their partners have a need to KNOW every single thing about them - where they are, who they’re with, what they’re doing. Basically 0 privacy. A lot of intrusive partners are attracted. Well the native itself could possess these obsessive tendencies and sometimes they might enjoy a little bit of obsession from their partners side but eventually it gets toxic wherein it gets hard to cut ties with their partners and this obsession turns into something detrimental.

🩸Venus in the 8th House: SO MANY STALKERS, SO MANY SECRET ADMIRERS. Trust me if you think people aren’t watching you, THEY DEFINITELY ARE. For some reason people tend to notice even the tiniest amount of change in your physical appearance. This is scary honestly because there are eyes on you always because honestly your energy is so POWERFUL and MAGNETIC that people just can’t seem to get enough of you. These individuals attract bitchy friends who want to know everything about the native and always try to ONE up them. Please be super careful with who you engage with and share your energy with. I feel like just because this is a super intense placement, your intentions might not be clearly understood by others. For instance if you’re just acting friendly with a guy he might mistake it as flirting and then develop feelings for you and become obsessed 💀💀. Scary asf.

🩸Mars in the 8th House: Just like venus in the 8th house your sexual energy and presence is very high. Honestly this placement is SO MUCH more than just intense sexual energy but what to do, these individuals inevitably exude this type of energy. So if these individuals are being friendly with someone, the person might mistake this friendliness as something more and try and make a move because these individuals do come off as slightly more sexual than other people. This could also mean that people who have sex with these individuals ALWAYS want to come back to them because it was probably the best sex they ever had. They basically become sexually obsessed with the natives and keep coming for more and more.

🩸Mars in the 10th House: Mars in the 10th house can make a person’s career or public life a focal point of their energy, which can attract admirers or stalkers who become obsessed with their achievements or public image. For instance Jungkook from BTS has this placement and his fans are feral and superrr obsessed with everything he does and as a fellow army it’s honestly concerning to see 😭💀.

🩸Pluto in the 10th House: I feel like this placement attracts more of haters who are OBSESSED with the power these natives hold and want to either possess the same amount of power or overtake the native. This obsession stems more from hatred and envy. This intense, sometimes intimidating energy can draw admirers or obsessive followers who are either fascinated by their authority or want to undermine it.

🩸Neptune in the 10th House: Neptune in the 10th house can make a person’s public persona appear glamorous or unreachable, drawing people who project fantasies or illusions onto them. These individuals may find that others become obsessed with their perceived image rather than their true self.

🩸Venus in the 12th House: Venus in the 12th house can create secretive or unspoken love affairs, which may attract admirers who remain hidden or watch from afar. This placement can sometimes make it difficult to see a person’s true intentions.

‼️Of course, there are likely other placements that may experience similar things, but these are the aspects and placements I can recall off the top of my head. It’s important to note that having any of these placements doesn’t guarantee that such experiences will occur. This is merely a possibility and may be nothing more‼️

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People want the Nodes to be a roadmap: North Node as your purpose, South Node as your past life, a clean diagram pointing toward the future. It’s comforting to think there’s a direction, a mission, a place you’re “meant” to go. But the Nodes are not arrows, they’re echoes. The South Node is where memory pools. It’s the part of you that acts before thought, the instinct that feels too practiced to be new. You don’t remember learning it, it’s already in your body. You reach for the same kind of love, repeat the same kind of escape, reenact the same roles over and over. It isn’t because you’re weak or because you’re cursed. It’s because this is the muscle your soul knows best, a reflex, a ritual, a loop. The North Node is the hunger that grows when the loop stops feeding you. It’s the ache that says: there has to be more than this. You stumble toward it clumsily, because you have no practice here. It feels wrong, foreign, undeserved. But that’s the point. It’s not familiar, it’s necessary. The South Node is the lullaby you know by heart. The North Node is the song you’ve been trying to remember, humming wrong notes until they finally fit. They’re two ends of the same unfinished sentence. The South Node is what your spirit has already written. The North Node is what your spirit still needs to say. They don’t exist in opposition so much as in dialogue: one reminding you of where you’ve been, the other pulling you toward the part of the story you’ve yet to tell. So don’t think of your South Node as something to abandon, it isn’t poison, it’s memory. And don’t think of your North Node as some final destination, it isn’t a throne, it’s a hunger. Together they form the loop that won’t let you stay asleep. The Nodes are not just destiny, they are the places where your soul refuses to forget.

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1st–7th House Axis

On one side of this axis, the body remembers standing like a flame in the dark: solitary, self-sustaining, moving forward because no one else could carry the torch. South Node in the 1st is muscle memory of independence worn like armor, a reflex as natural as breath. You know how to survive by being your own witness, your own compass, but that flame can burn lonely. The hunger in the 7th is the ache for reflection, not romance as a script, but the raw relief of someone else’s gaze softening around you. To realize you don’t vanish when you are seen, to let intimacy bend your outline, not as erasure but as expansion.

On the other side, the memory lives in the mirror itself. South Node in the 7th is the body remembering how to bend like glass, reshaping itself to catch the light of another. You’ve worn partnership like a second skin, safety in being chosen, identity reflected back to you. But the hunger lives in the 1st: to feel the blood of your own pulse louder than anyone else’s expectations. To walk into a room without scanning for the reflection first. To belong to yourself before you belong to anyone else.

This axis is not "self versus other", it’s solitude and witness, two magnets pulling and repelling across a lifetime. One side protects by hardening into independence, the other protects by dissolving into relationship. Both are incomplete. The soul work here is learning that your face and the mirror can coexist. That you can stand alone and still be seen, lean close and still remain whole. That intimacy doesn’t extinguish the flame, it makes the fire visible.

2nd–8th House Axis

On one side of this axis, the soul remembers clutching what it could hold. South Node in the 2nd is the memory of survival measured in handfuls: coins, food, the body itself. Worth became weight, if you could carry it, you could trust it. You learned to tether yourself to what was solid, to build safety through ownership, repetition, proof. But the hunger lives in the 8th: a pull toward the terrifying intimacy of surrender. To place what you’ve clutched into another’s hands, to risk entanglement, to let love or trust undo the illusion that control keeps you alive. It feels like dying because in a way it is, the death of certainty, so that a different kind of worth can rise, one that doesn’t rust when left in the rain.

On the other side, the memory is entanglement itself. South Node in the 8th is the reflex of binding: weaving your life into others’, carrying debts, bleeding at the edges where you ended and they began. You’ve known the magnetism of shared power, the intoxication of losing yourself in the knot. But the hunger waits in the 2nd: the steady ground of self-possession. To own something that is not borrowed, to stand unclenched, to remember that intimacy doesn’t require collapse, that your worth is not collateral, that love is not a debt you must keep paying.

This axis is not "security versus intimacy", it is the fault line between clenching and surrender, between guarding the body like a vault and dissolving it like salt in water. Both sides protect, both sides wound. The soul work here is remembering that worth and merging are not opposites but companions: the hand that grips must one day open, and the hand that opens must first know what it holds.

3rd–9th House Axis

On one side of this axis, the soul remembers the hum of restless thought. South Node in the 3rd is memory of small loops: questions darting like birds from branch to branch, details gathered like pebbles in your pockets, never enough to build a road but impossible to stop collecting. It’s the reflex of scattering, noticing, analyzing, turning things over until meaning becomes noise. But the hunger is in the 9th: to leap without proof, to believe without dissecting, to follow a horizon you can’t map, to let wonder stretch you beyond your categories and discover that some truths only arrive when you stop interrogating them.

On the other side, the memory is doctrine. South Node in the 9th carries lifetimes of big answers: beliefs so wide they became walls, philosophies held like armor, certainty worn as salvation. You knew the relief of systems that named the world for you. But the hunger lives in the 3rd: to crack the cathedral windows and let in the noise of the street. To break the grand story down into fragments. To notice the way light bends differently through every windowpane. To trust curiosity over conclusion.

This axis is not “facts versus beliefs”, it is the tension between the endless question and the final answer. One side protects through doubt, the other through certainty. Both are prisons when lived alone. The soul work here is learning to walk with both: to let your questions lead you, but also to know when to lift your eyes from the pebble in your hand and trust the horizon calling your name.

4th–10th House Axis

On one side of this axis, the body remembers the root. South Node in the 4th is the reflex of returning underground, curling into familiar soil even when it suffocates. Home was survival here, family, history, walls that may have confined you but also kept you alive. You learned to protect your softness by staying small, by keeping to the hidden corners. Safety became silence, memory became inheritance. But the hunger lives in the 10th: the pull to step into the wide sky, to let yourself be seen where the light is merciless, to carry a name that belongs to you instead of the one carved into your bloodline. It isn’t ambition for ambition’s sake, it’s the longing to prove you can grow higher than the root that shaped you.

On the other side, the memory is the sky itself. South Node in the 10th is the instinct of performance, the reflex of wearing the crown before you’ve tasted your own hunger. You remember lifetimes of reputation, of being known before you were known to yourself. You learned to climb quickly, to live in the light, but the cost was the soil left untouched. The hunger waits in the 4th: for the unseen, the unpolished, the intimacy of being held rather than admired. To discover that the most radical visibility is sometimes invisibility, the kind that lets you finally rest, finally root, finally feel.

This axis is not “home versus career.” It is the tug between the private self and the public mask, between the pull of origin and the ache of destiny. One side guards you through retreat, the other through performance. Both can distort when lived alone. The soul work here is remembering that a tree only stands when both root and sky are honored: you were not born only to vanish underground, nor only to dazzle in the air. You were born to be both, the rooted and the rising, the remembered and the seen.

5th–11th House Axis

On one side of this axis, the soul remembers the stage. South Node in the 5th is the instinct to live brightly, to pour yourself into creation, to turn love into art and presence into performance. You know how to magnify your joy so it fills the room, how to make yourself unforgettable. But memory here can become exhaustion, the flame burning for witness, the fear that if you stop shining, you’ll disappear. The hunger waits in the 11th: to scatter that light across a horizon larger than applause. To join something that doesn’t ask you to entertain but to contribute. To let your joy become part of a future, a collective rhythm, a vision bigger than your own body.

On the other side, the memory belongs to the horizon. South Node in the 11th is the reflex of dissolving into ideals, causes, and networks. You’ve known the safety of being one among many, your identity blurred into the collective, belonging was survival. But the hunger burns in the 5th: to be singular again, to create for no reason but desire, to risk being obvious, radiant, unrepeatable. To remember that you are not just one star in the sky, you are a flame that changes the pattern of the dark when you allow yourself to burn.

This axis is not “personal joy versus group belonging.” It is the pull between living as art and living as vision. One side protects through performance, the other through disappearance. The soul work here is learning that your light is not diminished by sharing it, nor is your belonging threatened by shining.

6th–12th House Axis

On one side of this axis, the soul remembers the weight of duty. South Node in the 6th is muscle memory of survival through order, work that never ends, responsibilities that stitch the days together, the safety of being useful. You’ve lived lifetimes where value was measured by service, by how well you could tend, fix, or endure. Routines became protection, devotion became armor. But the hunger waits in the 12th: to unclench, to dissolve, to release the endless task and discover that you are still held. To let yourself drift into mystery, to surrender control without collapsing, to feel that there is meaning even when you are not managing it into being.

On the other side, the memory belongs to the veil. South Node in the 12th recalls lifetimes of disappearing into silence, of living in retreat, of survival through invisibility. You’ve known the refuge of exile, the safety of being hidden, the pull of the unseen world stronger than the one in front of you. But the hunger lives in the 6th: to return to the body, to the small tasks, to the rhythms of care that make life livable. To find devotion not only in the invisible but in the daily, to remember that the soul doesn’t abandon itself by showing up to ordinary life, it anchors there.

If you're a newbie occultist, you might feel a bit thrown off by all of the arcane terminology and magibabble that your books will start throwing at you. Here's a list of all the most important and/or most misued terms, and what they're supposed to mean. (If you're a fantasy writer and you want some authentic occult terms to use for your magic system, this might be useful for you, too!) I have a list of occult fields and divination methods here, so I'll leave them off this list.

Altar: Your working space for ritual. It's called an altar because magic is (usually) an inherently spiritual endeavor — you are communing with grand cosmic forces, of one kind or another. A basic altar consists of your magical tools, candles (for vibes), and images or statues of whatever spirits you're working with. (Spelled altar with an "a," not alter with an "e." An alter is a headmate or a personality in a DID system.)

Athame: A ritual knife, specifically one used in Wicca. It's mostly used for directing energy, rather than for cutting things. (Sometimes, a knife or sickle that is used for cutting things is called a boline.)

Apotropaic: Referring to protection magic. An apotropaic charm is a spell meant to keep bad stuff away. Amulets are apotropaic talismans.

Astral: The spirit world. The astral plane is the literal or figurative "above" in "As above, so below." "Astral" can refer to ethereal or spiritual beings or "energy." Sometimes magic is called "Astral Light," like the Force in Star Wars. Astral projection is traveling through the astral plane during meditation, by sending one's spirit or astral body away from one's physical body.

Besom: A witch's broom, specifically a traditional broom made of twigs tied around a pole. It's just an old term for a broom. (Witchcraft likes to make use of Old and Middle English words.)

Baneful: Describes any kind of spell designed to harm or inhibit another person. Also called malefic (as opposed to benefic) magic.

Banishing: A spell that is designed to force unwanted vibes out of a space. Usually performed at the beginning and end of a ritual, so you can begin with a "blank slate." It's like hitting the magical reset button. Also good for managing negative emotions. The best-known banishing in Western occultism is the Lesser Banishing Ritual of the Pentagram. A banishing can also be a type of baneful working that forces a person's influence out of your life.

Binding: A spell that is designed to prevent a person or entity from acting. A binding spell can prevent a person from harming themself or others, or prevent a spirit from misbehaving.

Charm: A generic term for a spell, especially one represented by a physical object or phrase. A lot of charms are inscriptions or symbols written on paper and kept on one's person.

Conjuring: A spell or ritual that summons a spirit. Invocation and evocation are both types of conjuration.

Correspondences: Magical properties of things existing in nature, e.g. colors, crystals, plants, animals, elements, planets. They were once called occult virtues, and were a staple of Renaissance magic. They're like the building blocks of a spell or ritual, and they can be used as tools to align natural forces with the magician's intent.

Curse: A baneful enchantment, a spell designed to cause harm to another person. There's lots of different types of curses, and lots of reasons to cast one. Sometimes the word hex is used interchangeably.

Demonolatry: The practice of worshipping demons, as opposed to demonology, which is the study of demons or any magical working involving demons. Some magicians prefer to bind and command demons rather than worshipping them, but demonolators treat demons the way pagan witches typically treat gods.

Divination: Acquiring information by magical means. There's thousands of different methods. Some of the more popular ones are cartomancy, reading cards, cleromancy, casting objects like stones or dice, and scrying, staring into a blank object like a mirror or a crystal ball. Astrology is a kind of divination, too.

Ego Death: A particular type of mystical experience, in which one becomes "submerged" in the infinitely vast presence of God or the Universe, and briefly loses one's sense of self. It can be traumatic the first time one experiences it, which is why it's compared to or symbolized by death. Subsequent times are usually much more peaceful and enlightening. A prerequisite for most mystical traditions.

Egregore: An entity created and sustained by a group of people, a collective thoughtform.

Elements: Much of Western esotericism is based around the four classical elements, Earth (🜃), Air (🜁), Fire (🜂), and Water (🜄). They're better understood as the four states of matter: solids (🜃), liquids (🜄), gasses (🜁), and plasma (🜂). Each one is understood as a spiritual force, with its own correspondences and areas of life that it governs. Much of Western magic involves harnessing their influence.

Enchanting: Imbuing an object or place with magic. The magic of the enchantment will last much longer than the duration of the ritual.

Evocation: Calling a spirit to appear before you within a ritual space, a more correct word for summoning. Ideally, a successful evocation will cause the spirit to manifest before you in some way (though you might need a scrying mirror in order to see it).

Familiar: A personal spirit that aids a witch or other magic practitioner. Distinct from a servitor in that it is an external entity that helps the witch of its own accord, not one that the witch themself has created. Traditionally shaped like an animal, but not always. (Lately, the term has become popular as a word for a witch's pet or animal companion. Lots of people use the word "familiar" to refer to pets that aid with magical workings. Traditionally, though, familiars are spirits, not actual animals.)

Fetch: A witch's astral body (or servitor) sent forth to do their bidding.

Glamour: A type of enchantment or illusion spell that changes the appearance of something. In real life, glamour spells won't literally change the physical appearance of a thing, but they will change people's reactions to a thing, e.g. casting a glamour on yourself can cause other people to perceive you as being more attractive.

Grimoire: A book of magic (as opposed to a book about magic). There are lots of mysterious magic books that circulated in Europe in the Middle Ages and early modern period. These books are full of spells, rituals, and weird symbols meant to conjure spirits, gain secret knowledge, and control other people. Modern grimoires are books of practical spells and rituals for experienced practitioners, as opposed to theory or how-to guides. Most occultists also keep a personal grimoire to record their own spells and rituals and their results. (In Wicca, a personal grimoire is called a "Book of Shadows.")

Incantation: Magic words, especially spoken (as opposed to written) spells.

Invocation: Calling a spirit to give you some of its power, either by lending its attention or influence to your magical working, or by physically possessing your body and mind. The latter type of invocation can be partial, meaning you share your body/mind with the spirit, or total, in which the spirit possesses you completely. Don't attempt total invocation alone! Total invocation needs a group ritual, so that other people can tell you what you do and say while possessed, and keep you safe. (Besides, partial invocation is intense enough as it is.)

Left-Hand Path: In Western occultism, the Left-Hand Path is an umbrella term for traditions that take an iconoclastic or self-interested approach to magic. LHPers tend to resent dogma, question taboos, and place emphasis on one's personal power or divinity over unification with the Divine or service to others.

Magic: It's impossible to properly define "magic," with all of its nuances, in a list like this. So I'll give the short version: One famous definition is Aleister Crowley's, "causing change in accordance with Will." This is a pretty broad definition that includes anything done with intention. A more academic definition of magic is "heterodox ritual behavior." Personally, I prefer "harnessing spiritual or supernatural forces to cause desired change in one's life."

Mysticism: The practice of facilitating direct interaction with the Divine, i.e. meeting God face-to-face, in order to acquire spiritual knowledge. Mysticism is taxing and comes with a real risk of insanity, so, it requires a lot of diligent study and mental discipline for most people.

Necromancy: Originally, necromancy referred to a type of divination, which involved calling the spirit of a dead person to ask it questions. (The "Speak With Dead" spell in D&D is a great example of traditional necromancy.) Lately, though, "necromancy" has come to refer to any kind of magic involving the dead. (Be respectful! Dead people are still people.)

Patron Deity: A god or goddess that takes a personal interest in you and your spiritual development. You can't force a god to take interest in you, so you may or may not have a patron deity. If you don't have one, don't worry, you can still do magical work with gods! See this post for the rundown. (Btw, the feminine of "patron" is patroness, not "matron." "Matron" means something different.)

Pentacle: A type of circular talisman inscribed with a sigil representing a spirit or planet, used to evoke its influence. Typically worn as a pendant. Also refers to a pentagram (five-pointed star) in a circle.

Poppet: A doll made of clay or cloth used to represent a person in a spell. In pop culture, poppets ("voodoo dolls") are best known as cursing tools, by being pricked with pins or otherwise harmed in order to harm the person. But there are lots of potential uses for poppets beyond that! For example, they can also be used as healing tools by being stuffed with herbs, or taken care of like a sick person. A type of sympathetic magic.

Projection: Pushing one's own magical power or intention out of one's body, using one's wand or dominant hand. Astral projection is pushing one's spirit out of one's body. A projection is also a type of illusion that creates the appearance of something that isn't there (as opposed to a glamour, which disguises something that is there).

Right-Hand Path: In Western occultism, the Right-Hand Path is an umbrella term for traditions that adopt a formalized structure, and/or place emphasis on mystical union with God and achieving enlightenment. The RHP tends to be more community-focused, as opposed to the LHP's radical individualism. RHPers also care about order, and working according to established traditions.

Servitor: An entity created by the magician. Usually, servitors are "programmed" to perform specific tasks, like magical robots. A servitor created by a group of people is an egregore. A servitor with its own personality and agency is sometimes called a tulpa, but this word is appropriated from Tibetan Buddhism, so I tend not to use it. (My personal spirit insists that he is not a tulpa. Also "tulpamancy" drives me up the wall — "-mancy" means divination, people!)

Sigil: An abstract symbol or glyph meant to represent the desire or intention of the magician. Can also be a generic term for magic symbols or seals in grimoires. Sigils have ancient roots, but the practice of turning one's desire or intention into an unreadable symbol is a modern one. Sigil magic streamlines the process of casting a spell, making it simple, but more difficult, because you have fewer tools and gimmicks to do the heavy lifting for you. (Technically, a sigil does not have to be a symbol — it can be a mantra or incantation, a song, a series of dance steps, etc. as long as it abstractly represents the desire.)

Sympathetic Magic: Magic that affects a target by acting upon a symbol of the target, like using a poppet to represent a person, or using a rose to represent the influence of the planet Venus. Anything you do to the symbol, you do to the target. The magical connection between the symbol and the target is called a "sympathetic link." Correspondences are often used as material representations of immaterial things, like luck or love or protection. By acting upon the material object, you affect the immaterial thing.

Talisman: A spell in the form of an object. There's lots of different kinds of talismans: magic words or sigils written on paper, enchanted jewelry, pentacles, natural objects with their own magical properties (like crystals or feathers), packets of herbs and other ingredients, etc. An amulet is an apotropaic talisman. A talisman has to be the spell itself, so, magical tools are (mostly) not talismans.

Theurgy: Deity work. Magic or mysticism involving the invocation of deities, or the practice of casting spells with the aid of a god or goddess. Mystical theurgy attempts to acquire knowledge of the universe by contemplating the Divine, eventually reaching unification with it.

Thoughtform: A thought or idea that is projected out into the universe so that it will manifest physically. The more coherent the thoughtform, and the more willpower behind it, the easier it will be for it to manifest. Thoughtforms are based on the idea that thoughts alone have some degree of existence, even agency. Everything man-made began as an idea in someone's head...

Trance: An altered state of consciousness. Most kinds of magic require one to be able to enter a trance state at will. There are lots of methods of entering a trance state, in broadly two categories: inhibitory trance, which creates an altered state of consciousness by physically restricting the body or mind, and excitatory trance, which creates an altered state of consciousness by overstimulating it.

Unverified Personal Gnosis: The divine messages or insights that a mystic receives during ritual or trance. They're unverified because they don't really hold water for anyone but the mystic themself. (It is not a good idea to go around insisting that your revelations are the infallible word of God and everyone should listen to you.) Shared Personal Gnosis is when multiple mystics have similar experiences or revelations. Verified Personal Gnosis is when your experiences or revelations are attested in historical sources.

You’re most comfortable when allowing your analytical nature to benefit your art and creativity. This is a good placement for a fashion designer or a beauty guru, as you have a natural attention to detail and a comfort in using art to express your inner self. You love working, to the point where you likely have fun doing it. This likely means that you make money by doing something you find fun or creative, likely having turned a hobby into a career. You have a need to give back to others that is often expressed via time dedicated to helping.

Accuracy influenced by ENTIRE natal chart.

Mars Aspect Asc.

- Acting independently. Respecting independence in others. Dislike copycat & weak behaviours.

- Entrepreneurship indicator. Leadership positions in work and relationships. You take charge.

- Having more enemies than friends. People have strong reactions to you. Lust or Hate. You bring out competition in others.

- You have to fight throughout your life. People sub consciously want to fight/challenge you.

- Strong body. Athletic body. A fire in you. Passionate and driven person.

- Be cautious of relationships where people want to tame you. People want submission from you. They both like and dislike your independent fiery nature. Be cautious of violent partners. mars ascendant conjunctions may deal with violent or aggressive partners.

- Competitive person. May enjoy physical hobbies. May actually enjoy verbal altercations. Fan of watching a ports or likes playing sports. MMA fan.

- Prone to acne. Prone to accidents - cuts, burning self, etc. May have to go through a surgery. Cosmetic or needed. Mars can cause “cuts” to your body.

Accuracy influenced by houses & signs.

Venus Aspect Asc.

- Dimples. Pleasant person. Enjoy taking care of yourself (shower routines, self care routines, skincare routines, etc.)

- Will lie to keep peace and appear polite. Fake smile. Fake “thank you”. Fake “Good luck”.

- It’s not talked about enough but you can be very envious of others. Wondering why someone else got the compliment and you didn’t. Fake “happy for you”. You can be envious of other’s beauty without seeing your own.

- And others can be envious of you. People just assume you only got things because of your appearance.

- Having admirers. Yet, if afflicted in natal, you probably don’t get approached. For ex: Strong Mars or Scorpio placement aspects makes you appear intimidating. Perception of you changes drastically to stuck up bitch instead of cute girl.

- Two types of venus asc people: Fashion loving or Comfort loving. Depends on entire chart.

- Often, love specific brands. Have an eye for style. Appreciate good marketing.

- Hiding true feelings behind a smile. Feeling the need to hide negative feelings to keep the peace.

- Generally popular. Charming. Polite. Good at making others feel comfortable.

Accuracy influenced by house & sign.

Uranus Aspect Mars.

- Unpredictable anger. Quick & easily angered. Irresponsible and reckless when angry. Quick to act on anger. The kind of person to reveal the truth when angry. Uncontrolled anger.

- Have to fight for freedom. Rebellious.

- If you don’t have scorpio placements, you likely dislike merging with groups and partners. You maintain independence and individuality. Trendsetter not a follower.

- Initial response to commitment is to run. May be due to bad experiences in witnessing or being in relationships.

- May have grown up in an unstable environment and/or unpredictable parents. Constant change is your normal.

Accuracy influenced by houses & sign.

Venus Aspect Jupiter.

- Good fortune. Wealth indicator. However, overindulgence can be a problem. Generally, always have money when needed despite spending carelessly.

- Good humour. Social. Popular. Love of life.

- Finding yourself very lucky throughout life. House & sign can tell you more. If opposition or square, this can be people perceiving you as lucky. People refusing to see/understand your hardships.

- Having to go through many relationships before finding the right one. May love love.

- Having strong beliefs toward love/relationships. Strong beliefs in spirituality or religion.

- Exotic looks. Attracted to exotic looks. Attracted to learning about foreign cultures or religions. Attracted to foreign people, places and travel.

- Partners tend to have something big amount them. Ex: Physically a tall or big person, big families, big social circles, big in business, etc.

- You or partner can have unfair expectations. “It’s okay when i do ___ but you can’t do that”

- Possible problem: lazy when it comes to anything that is not self serving. Enjoy comfort and luxury.

Accuracy influenced be entire house and sign.

Moon Aspect Asc.

- Very reactive to your environment. Sensitive. Moodiness.

- At an older age, often develop a routine. They become very attached to their routine. Feeling out of control when things don’t go according the plan/routine.

- However, depending on signs and house, you may be very adaptable. Easy-going.

- People may see you as gullible/naive. May encounter people who try to take advantage of your perceived innocence. Especially in youth.

- Youthful appearance. Full cheeks. Full lips. Big watery eyes. Expressive features - difficulty hiding the feelings.

- Difficulty being vulnerable. Fear of being seen in a negative way. Deeply affected by outsider opinions.

- Protective of loved ones (siblings, parents, lovers, friends). If harshly aspected, people may feel suffocated.

- You make people comfortable. Big sister energy. Animal lover.

- You look so much like your mom. Your Mom deeply affects how you feel about yourself. Your mom can be controlling. Your mom is a big part of your life or she wishes to be. If negatively aspected, your mom sub consciously wants to live through you.

Accuracy influenced by house and sign.

Mercury Aspect Venus

- Appreciation for literature. May like to collect things like novels.

- Your words put people at ease. You can phrase harsh truths in a pleasant way. If not afflicted, you may dislike arguments and debate. Lying or staying silent to avoid a fight.

- If not afflicted, a nice voice - singing or speaking. Nice handwriting too.

Accuracy influenced by house and sign.

Sun Aspect Pluto

- Psychoanalyzing yourself and others.

- Will experience traumatic situations. High chance of encountering narcissistic personalities (in friends, romance or family)

- People will view you as the villain in their stories. You may identify with villains in stories. Female rage. Questioning whether you are the villain. Feeling gaslit by the lovers, family, etc.

- Gravitate towards dark experiences and people. A conscious effort must be made to avoid the dangers & darker side of life.

- Powerful people. Gain or are born with power/status. This intimidates others. Your presence provokes negative reaction.

I don't see a bunch of writing about angel work in general, and what I do find is often heavily Christianized! I wanted to talk about what angel work can look like from a Jewish perspective.

(Gentiles may interact and enjoy, but understand that this is for educational purposes and not an invitation to appropriate! 🤍)

A Jewish-Specific Perspective

Judaism views angels in ways other traditions may not share! Some examples:

Angels aren't former humans. They are their own distinct beings just like demons, cows, land spirits and butterflies. People who pass away, even children, are not considered "angels returning home." These angels have specific forms and looks depending on the type, some more humanoid than others.

Angels don't have free will. This does not mean they are held hostage or can't have their own personalities, but their will is an extension of HaShem's Will, serving a specific role in making that Will manifest. Kind of like employees in a corporation doing their tasks!

They don't have names. Or at least, they don't have names we're supposed to know or ask for. They may be incomprehensible to humans, or maintaining a level of anonymity as to not distract from HaShem. Either way, asking for a name is often discouraged in traditional texts.

They AREN'T all here to help you. While it all serves a Divine Will and is therefore Good in the grand scheme of things, many angels serve completely neutral functions from a human perspective. Some could even be considered harmful to humans, the most prominent example being HaSatan. (Even still, HaSatan isn't seen as a true villain. He's just doing his job.)

Some of them are ONLY here to help you! Historical Rabbis were big on the concept of guardian angels. The Talmud says "Every blade of grass has its Angel that bends over it and whispers, 'Grow, grow.'" (Midrash Rabba, Bereshit 10:6.) Every living creature, including you, has a guardian angel to help you along your path. Some translations say the angels hit the grass, and that's not the only story of angels smacking things, so that guidance isn't always gentle, but it's always in the right direction.

Types of Angel Work

Spirit guides. Like mentioned above, guardian angels can help encourage you to "Grow! Grow!" and keep you on a path in line with spiritual health and lovingkindness.

Communing with HaShem. Gd is extremely esoteric. Angels help us send and recieve messages in an easier-to-conceptualize way! Meditation and prayer can also play into this. Beyond every-day applications, angels can also appear unexpectedly with important messages.

Communicating with other spirits. As angels are often messengers, I also think it's helpful to call upon their aid when working with other spirits!

Working with angels of various functions. Modern day Rabbis often marry angelic theology with scientific phenomena, with angels overseeing the process. By that extent, we could ask those angels for help/guidance when relevant!

Protection. Psalm 91, often recited for protection, depicts HaShem commanding angels on your behalf to guard you in all ways. One bedtime prayer names the four archangels to surround us.

Shalom Aleichem is traditionally sung on Friday nights before Shabbat dinner. It invites angels of peace to basically come and hang out with us during shabbat, then to leave in peace once shabbat is over. Many arrangements also make a good lullaby.

Other Notes

Metatron (מֶטָטְרוֹן) is a specifically-Jewish angel who gets appropriated a lot in spiritual circles. He does not appear in the Tanakh, but is mentioned in the Talmud and largely fleshed out in kabbalistic literature! (Islamic literature does mention him by different name, ميططرون, Mitatrun/Mitatrush. Solidarity.)Lots of people recognize Lilith as closed, but the same attention hasn't been given to Metatron. He's a very complex and ambiguous figure worth a whole post of his own so I won't get into it here!

This post is by no means comprehensive! This is just a very "quick" overview of a very rich field of study.

Further Study

On My Right Michael, On My Left Gabriel: Angels in Ancient Jewish Culture-- Mika Ahuvia

A Gathering of Angels: Angels in Jewish Life and Literature-- Morris B. Margolies

✵Accept That You Do Not Know: It's okay to not have all the answers. You don't have to be certain all of the time. Magick is the realm of the unknown. If it was ultimately knowable, then science would have already measured and verified it. On the other hand, things that would have once been considered magick are now common technology. So, there is a spectrum from useless knowledge to solid fact. It's up to you to decide which is which and keep a sharp, critical mind.

✵Think For Yourself: Anything that someone else has figured out , you can figure out too. The human mind's potential is illimitable. But we are continually duped into believing that we can't do it, that someone else should do it for us. Unless you're ready to think for yourself, you'll end up as a fake, or worse, someone else's pawn.

✵Keep An Open Mind: You have to be open to new ideas. An open mind is half closed, so they say. A door that is half closed is still open, and it's much the same with the mind. Don't accept as truth anything you hear, only accept the possibility that it may be. You'll have to rigorously seek out truth for yourself with a critical mind. The emphasis on truth is essential. Illusion is based on deceit, real magick on truth.

✵Reduce Your Assumptions: An assumption is basically just a guess. We make a lot of guesses in life from if gods exist to whether the floor will be there when we get out of bed in the morning. Guessing is a psychological reflex and its unlikely that we can ever fullybe free from it. The more you can manke conscious your unconscious assumptions, the more you will notice strange and magickal things about yourself, others, and the Universe.

✵Judge Not: Judgment of others clouds your awareness. Like assumption, it's a reflex. Try reserving judgment when you can. Allow yourself the patience the gather more knowledge and insight into matters. If someone seems like an idiot, ask them genuine questions. Get experience with why others think and act the way they do. Whenever you avoid judging others, you can gain wisdom.

✵Shed Expectations: Another habitual block to your magickal potential is your expectations. Our imagination is always in use, whether consciously or unconsciously. Things are going to be as they are, whether you like it or not. The thing about expectation is that people see not what they want to see, but instead what they expect to see. Projecting our image of things on the present moment or into the future is an unnecessary expenditure of energy that can be freed for authentic magickal experience.

✵Stop Labeling Everything: What is our obsession with classifying things? As soon as we have a word or a name for something, we believe that we understand what that thing is. We can't help this, it's just how our minds work. Try to notice when you are doing this. Naming can be a very powerful magickal act, but only if it's conscious. Habitual labeling will actually end up as an obstacle to true understanding.

✵Surrender To What Is: This is about allowing the present moment to just be. We tend to believe that the present is similar to the future, in that we can change it. But the present is more like the past, in that once it's here, it's here, real and unalterable. If you don't accept that, accept that you can't accept it. Look at what is around you and see that is is how it is.

✵Cultivate Courage: Courage is essential in many traditions, and the Universe rewards courage with 'Hamingja', a form of luck or charisma. It goes by many names in many traditions, but the basis is simply that courageous acts are rewarded by the Universe. Start small and work your way up. You may not br able to start with your ultimate fears, but tackle what you can and you will get there in time. The more courage you possess, the greater your magickal ability.

✵Trust The Universe: If you only have faith in one thing, have faith in this... Ultimately this Universe is here for you to learn what you must learn, to face what you must face, and to allow you to find enlightenment. It's not out to get you, quite the opposite. Enthusiasm and playfulness are two of the strongest mindsets with which we can engage in our exploration of magick. Go with thr flow!

✵Meditate: Meditation can be very simple. Sit up straight, focus on your breathing, and the feeling of your life force. Connect with yourself. It will help you master your mind and achieve grounded clarity.

✵Put It Into Action: You can read all the books, attand all the lectures, join all the groups, and talk on and on about magick, but in the end, nothing will happen unless you find some practical means to put it into action. Don't just think, do. Manifest your desires by practicing and experimenting. Learn through trial and error and it will be more valuable and powerful than anything anyone can tell you.

An aura is believed to be an energetic field that surrounds living beings, reflecting their emotions, thoughts, health, and spiritual state. Some spiritual traditions and metaphysical practices suggest that auras consist of different layers or frequencies of energy, each corresponding to different aspects of a person’s being.

People who practice energy work, such as Reiki or meditation, often claim that auras can be perceived through intuition, heightened awareness, or physically seen by those with a developed ability. Once you learn the skill you will never forget it. You will soon see that all living creatures, humans, animals, plants, crystals, even some objects posses a personal aura that is unique to it.

Learning to See Auras

While not everyone can naturally see auras, many believe that with practice, this skill can be developed. Here are some steps to try:

Practice Seeing Your Own Aura

• Stand in front of a mirror with a neutral-colored background.

• Relax and soften your gaze, looking slightly beyond your body rather than directly at it.

• Hold your hand in front of you against a white wall and focus on the space around it.

• A faint glow or haze may appear around your hand, often in pale colors at first.

Observe Others' Auras

• Look at people against a plain background.

• Soften your focus and pay attention to the space surrounding their body.

• The aura may appear as a subtle outline, then develop into colors over time.

Use Different Light Conditions

• Dim lighting or natural daylight can make aura detection easier.

• Avoid harsh fluorescent lighting, which can interfere with your perception.

Enhance Sensitivity Through Meditation and Energy Work

• Meditation: Regular meditation helps attune your mind to subtle energy fields.

• Energy Awareness: Practicing Reiki, Tai Chi, or breathwork can heighten sensitivity.

• Peripheral Vision Training: The aura is often seen best out of the corner of your eye.

Deciphering the Aura

Once you can see auras, you'll probably wonder about the different colors and their meanings. Refer to this list and remember, everyone's aura is different and some may present as muted, loud, solid, or blended. It's up to you to decide what someone's aura is saying about them.

Basic Aura Colors

• Red – Strength, passion, vitality, confidence, but can also indicate anger or aggression.

• Orange – Creativity, enthusiasm, joy, sociability, and adventure.

• Yellow – Intelligence, optimism, confidence, and a strong sense of personal power.

• Green – Healing energy, balance, growth, harmony, and compassion.

• Blue – Calmness, communication, spiritual awareness, and truthfulness.

• Indigo – Intuition, wisdom, deep perception, and spiritual insight.

• Violet (Purple) – High spiritual awareness, psychic ability, and deep connection to the divine.

• White – Purity, enlightenment, spiritual mastery, or a high vibrational state.

Less Common Aura Colors

• Pink – Love, kindness, artistic talent, and a deep emotional connection.

• Turquoise – Healing abilities, clarity, and strong intuition.

• Gold – Spiritual enlightenment, wisdom, and a high spiritual vibration.

• Silver – Abundance, prosperity, and strong intuitive abilities.

• Brown – Grounding, practicality, or feeling weighed down by life’s challenges.

• Gray – Uncertainty, blocked energy, or emotional stress.

Dark or Muddy Aura Colors

• Dark Red – Anger, frustration, or unresolved emotional issues.

• Dark Orange – Low energy, burnout, or creative blockages.

• Muddy Yellow – Confusion, self-doubt, or excessive overthinking.

• Dark Green – Jealousy, resentment, or healing in progress.

• Dark Blue or Indigo – Depression, isolation, or deep introspection.

• Black – Negativity, emotional pain, or energy blockages. (Note: Black in an aura is often not permanent but may indicate the need for emotional healing.)

Interpreting Aura Colors

• Bright, vibrant colors generally indicate positive energy and strong vitality.

• Dark, murky, or muddy colors suggest emotional struggles, stress, or blocked energy.

• Changing colors may indicate emotional shifts or growth.

• A muted or pastel appearance could signify a gentle, quiet, or shy person

• A solid, single color indicates a simple, focused person.

Different Aura Shapes and Their Meanings

Aura shapes can provide insight into a person’s emotions, energy levels, spiritual development, and overall well-being. While colors reflect the qualities of one's energy, the shape of an aura can indicate the way energy flows and interacts with the environment.

Large and Expansive Aura

• Meaning: A person with a large, radiant aura is often confident, charismatic, and full of life energy.

• Indications: Strong personal energy, spiritual awareness, or leadership abilities.

• Common in: Highly spiritual individuals, energetic people, and natural leaders.

Small or Contracted Aura

• Meaning: A small aura may indicate low energy, fatigue, or emotional distress.

• Indications: Physical exhaustion, insecurity, fear, or a need for personal healing.

• Common in: Those experiencing burnout, anxiety, or feeling emotionally closed off.

Jagged or Spiky Aura

• Meaning: A jagged aura suggests emotional turmoil, stress, or unresolved inner conflicts.

• Indications: Anger, frustration, or being in a defensive emotional state.

• Common in: People undergoing intense emotional changes or facing challenges.

Smooth and Even Aura

• Meaning: A well-balanced, smooth aura indicates emotional stability, harmony, and peace.

• Indications: Spiritual awareness, good health, and a positive outlook on life.

• Common in: Those practicing meditation, energy healing, or spiritual growth.

Layered or Multi-Layered Aura

• Meaning: A multi-layered aura, where different colors are visible in distinct layers, represents a well-developed energy field.

• Indications: Strong emotional depth, complexity, and a balance of different energies.

• Common in: Spiritually advanced individuals or those with deep emotional and intellectual awareness.

Cloudy or Murky Aura

• Meaning: A cloudy aura suggests confusion, illness, or emotional struggles.

• Indications: Negative emotions, unresolved traumas, or a lack of clarity.

• Common in: Those going through depression, illness, or emotional blockages.

Pulsating or Shimmering Aura

• Meaning: A pulsating aura indicates high vibrational energy and dynamic spiritual growth.

• Indications: Energy fluctuations, heightened spiritual awareness, or undergoing transformation.

• Common in: Healers, psychics, or individuals experiencing spiritual awakenings.

Gaps or Holes in the Aura

• Meaning: Gaps in the aura suggest energy leaks, which can make a person feel drained.

• Indications: Emotional wounds, past trauma, or energetic imbalances.

• Common in: Empaths, those who have experienced recent loss, or people with energy depletion.

Spiked or Thorned Aura

• Meaning: A spiked aura can indicate defensiveness or a tendency to repel others.

• Indications: Emotional trauma, distrust, or high sensitivity.

• Common in: Those recovering from emotional pain or who feel threatened by their environment.

Iridescent or Rainbow-Like Aura

• Meaning: A shimmering, rainbow-like aura is a sign of spiritual enlightenment and a highly evolved soul.

• Indications: High spiritual energy, divine connection, and an ability to help others heal.

• Common in: Spiritual masters, healers, and individuals on a deep spiritual path.

Chaos magick is a contemporary magickal practice that embraces the unpredictable nature of the Universe and harnesses its energy for personal growth and transformation. By incorporating the element of chaos into your witchcraft, you can tap into a powerful, natural force that can both challenge and inspire you.

Chaos magick rejects rigid structures and encourages you to forge your own path. It involves working with uncertainty and the unpredictable, rather than seeking to control. Chaos can be a potent source of energy, both creative and destructive, harmful and healing. It is something moving and intelligent, an element of nature that can be tapped into.

Principles of Chaos

These are some of the principles and ideas commonly acknowledged in the practice of chaos magick.

• The Butterfly Effect

• Unpredictability/uncertainty

• Order/disorder

• Gnosis

• Mixing turbulence/nonlinear dynamics

• Feedback

• Fractals

• Strange attractors

• Complex/simple

• Self-similarity

• Spectrums/layers

• Synchronization

• Yin/Yang

• Randomness

Chaotic Practices

Incorporating chaos into your magick isn't hard, yet letting go of control can be. Try to remember that chaos is all around us, all the time. It affects our lives and the world around us. It is within you already and it is yours to utilize. Chaos magick itself embraces multiple practices and systems including, but not limited to:

• Sigils/symbols- Creating/using intentioned sigils for any purpose imaginable

• Numerology- Harnessing both the power and randomness of numbers

• Invocation- Summoning and empowering the spirits, deities, and energies around us

• Enchantment/spellcasting- Invigorating spells with the raw energy of chaos

• Servitor creation- Chaos births spirits of purpose and intent at the hand of skilled practitioners

• Trance/meditation/gazing- Letting the chaos of your mind fuel your own enlightenment

• Music/chants/incantations- Tuning into the frequency of chaos with words and melodies

Correspondences

Colors: Red and blue, rainbow

Herbs: Wormwood, henbane, mustard seed, pokeweed, mayflower, hemlock, mandrake, blue bell, lobelia, mistletoe, blueberry, poppy, apple, wolfsbane, chicory, angelica, boneset, mugwort, bittersweet, saffron

Crystals: Moldavite, labradorite, opal, pietersite, apophyllite, rainbow obsidian, bloodstone, malachite, phenacite, rainbow tourmaline, herkimer diamond, arfedsonite, garnet, corundum, agate, fire quartz

Planets: Uranus, Pluto, Mars

Deities/Spirits: Eris, Loki, Set, Paimon, Tiamat, Leviathan, Asmoday, Ptah, Zagan, Apophis, Dionysus

Animals: Wolves, butterflies, snakes, cats, crows, spiders, monkies, octopi, badgers, raccoons, foxes, opossums, rabbits, coyotes, ravens

Embracing Chaos

Many fear chaos due to their perceived lack of control involving it but it is simply another element of the universe. It exists regardless of how you feel about it. So why not invite it into your magickal practice? Why not embrace it fully as the natural occurrence it is and take advantage of it as we would a full moon or a lightning storm. The presence of chaos does not mean an absence of calm, as there is an eye to every storm. You are the eye and the storm, chaos is already within you. Let it free.

Jung was an occultist and I mean that in the most literal possible sense. The man cast spells. His interpretation of historical alchemical texts, while interesting, is entirely ahisorical, and has done significant damage to the scholarship around these texts.

His interpretation, is that Zosimos was never talking about chemical at all. That the entirety of Zosimos's work is actually a coded discussion for discussing a sort of proto-psychology. This is a nonsensical conclusion that he could only arrive at by delusion, or willful misinterpretation of historical materials. It also deliberately ignores the entire field of classical ontology.

Also Jung was a bad philosopher. His ontology is childish and fearful. His theory of cognition lacks no experimental basis, and is based on interviewing several Europeans about their dreams, and deeming those conclusions to be true of all humans forever.

Oh good fuckin question

Those two types of people basically didn't exist at the same time. For most of history, the vast majority alchemists were what you'd call "Practical Alchemists". At least in the Renaissance, alchemists were a common sight in the courts of Europe. When your economy is based on precious metals, it pays well to have a wizard on staff who can use chemical methods to test the purity of potential counterfeits.

Alchemists needed a way to advertise their skills to each other without giving up their own secrets. They would often publish pamphlets or advertisements using occluded metaphors that other alchemists would understand, but that the average passerby couldn't make heads or tails of. That's where you get images like the Green Lion Devouring the Sun.

But there really wasn't an underlying philosophical or theological framework to alchemy as a whole. Alchemists were about a 20/80 mix of entrepreneurs and charlatans, which led to good alchemists getting good at signing detailed contracts.

There's a lull for a bit when the enlightenment when science takes center stage. Then you hit modernity, and the occult world becomes dominated by the Secret Society. This is the heyday of the Rosicrucians and the Golden Dawn, groups that are looking back on the occult history of Europe to compile the knowledge.

This is where we get this idea of the Alchemist as Mystic. These groups applied significantly more mysticism to Alchemical manuscripts than was usually present, largely because many alchemical concepts originally came out of Hermeticism and Neoplatonism anyway, so it was pretty easy to spiritualize the fuck out of alchemy as a whole.

There were also definitely exceptions! As with anything related to the occult, the boundaries are extremely fuzzy. But many alchemists were also wizards. John Dee, Basil Valentine, Paracelsus, etc but that doesn't necessarily mean the alchemy was PART of the mysticism.

Suggested Reading

Introduction to Gnosis Conceptualization Vs. Visualization Basics of Binding Basics of Banishing

Introduction

Gnosis, being the combination of headspace and focus, is an altered state in which the mind and self are indistinguishable from the task at hand. Though it may not seem like it, gnosis is especially helpful for those with attention disorders. However, it may be more difficult to enter into it than for others. Gnosis is very similar to experiencing hyperfocus.