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occult traditions
Occult traditions are systems of spiritual and esoteric knowledge—including witchcraft, ceremonial magic, tarot, and mystery schools—historically transmitted within closed communities and guarded by initiatory requirements.
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In the Psycheverse
Psyche examines occult traditions not as museum artifacts but as living practices shaped by power structures, access, and gatekeeping. She interrogates who controls esoteric knowledge, how exclusivity functions within these traditions, and what happens when hidden teachings become public—treating occultism as a terrain of both genuine practice and institutional gatekeeping worth questioning.
🐇 Rabbit Hole
Topics that frequently appear alongside occult traditions
consciousnessConsciousness is the subjective experience of awareness, perception, and self-reflection—the capacity to observe, process, and respond to reality and one's own inner states.secret societiesSecret societies are organizations built on exclusivity, hidden rituals, and restricted knowledge—operating through closed membership and initiation systems to preserve esoteric teachings or consolidate power. Historically, they range from fraternal orders to occult groups claiming access to ancient wisdom.exclusivityExclusivity refers to the deliberate restriction of access, membership, or knowledge to a select group, often creating hierarchical or elite circles with special privileges or hidden information.esoteric knowledgeEsoteric knowledge refers to spiritual, occult, or philosophical teachings that are traditionally restricted to initiated practitioners or secret societies, often contrasted with exoteric (publicly available) knowledge.gatekeeping
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