In this ‘advanced’ materialistic society in which we live—at least in much of the world—it seems that only what can be observed literally counts. An object has a function, and that function defines its meaning.This way of seeing the world is extraordinarily useful. It allows us to measure, classify, build technology, organise cities and design complex systems. It is the foundation upon which many of the structures that make modern life possible are built.But it also has a hidden cost: it reduces reality to what can be weighed, counted or verified immediately.This view is deeply linked to materialist thinking, which could be summed up in a rather popular axiom: ‘If I don’t see it, I…

Dance, ritual, and gameA magical and powerful experience.This exciting new event format is an exclusive creation of PsycheNautics.It is an invitation to disconnect from our human mind and invite our instinctive side, that part of us that does not speak, but feels and reacts.Each encounter is a journey: part ceremony, part competition, part awakening.Animal trance is a living ritual, an experience to free ourselves from the constraints of human life through dance that will help us transform, channel a specific animal spirit, and become one with it.The goal is to create a powerful vortex of energy among everyone, enjoying the process and activating parts of our psyche that do not usually come to the surface.…

Ansuz is the life force, the knowledge, and the breath of the world. It is linked to the words, to the messages that can reach us. Symbology of the Ansuz Rune Ansuz is associated with the Norse God Odin, its spelling indicates someone older, or a teacher, with open arms outstretched and bowing. Odin is associated with knowledge, communication, and understanding. It is also associated with meetings, creativity and inspiration, especially in the field of speech, of oral exchange. Meaning of the Ansuz Rune Ansuz speaks of connecting with other people, and the knowledge that comes from sharing and communicating with others. It speaks of the ability to write and speak to others. Wisdom passed on,…

Thurisaz is an intense rune, it speaks of painful and difficult situations. It tells us that there is work to be done, much needed, within ourselves. It also indicates paths that will open or close and the struggle between good and evil. It invites you to ask yourself: why it is necessary to make a change? Symbology of the Rune Thurisaz: Its symbol shows us Thor's hammer, Mjöllnir, a destructive force. But remember, from destruction, there is room to create life. It also suggests the spike of a stalk, like of the rose. For it symbolises pain and inner struggle, but the beauty that can be born from it. Meaning of the Rune Thurisaz: There…

Keywords: Intuition, instinct, wisdom. Mysticism. Feminine energy. Subconscious mind. Limbo. Wise person, open to spirituality, connected with the Universe. Sound advice. Collective unconscious. Subconscious. Perceptions. Witch. Teacher. Spiritual person. Celibate female figure. Psychic healing. Enlightenment. Initiation.It is the dual aspect of the magician, he makes and projects; the priestess integrates, she knows what is there, as her energy is connected to the matrix of reality. She flows in that ancestral and mystical knowledge, she embodies it. Her energy expands and assimilates.That is why she is number 2.The priestess is always halfway between the whole and her being. She stands at the threshold where her consciousness becomes unconscious, as the guardian or authority of the passage…

Keywords: Be ready. Initiation. Cleverness and wit. Having the tools necessary to manifest something. Mercury. Manifestation of ideas. Magic. Hermetic knowledge. Fulfilment of aspirations. Resolute person, who handles the situation, although he has secrets, gambler.Arcanum number 1, the first of the so-called 22 trumps of the Tarot.The number one refers to the self, the being. The experience of thinking, and using our intellect. It also relates to the planet Mercury, as it is the first planet opposite the Sun. It is an androgynous figure, its polarity is neither masculine nor feminine; the first to receive direct light from the star. The magician is a knowledgeable figure who is ready to start something. Whether it is…

Keywords: Beginning a new cycle, confidence, innocence, beginner's luck, unconsciousness, inexperience, carelessness. Taking a risk, leaving the familiar behind. Entering a new way of seeing and living life. Instinct. Naive, pure and curious person. A cheerful and carefree wanderer, not mature.The Arcanum of the Fool is numbered 0. This is because of what it means. Everything in the card refers to the symbolism of freedom and beginnings. But why the 0? 0 stands in the middle of duality, it represents the nothingness from which everything emerges. This ties in with the energy shown in the card. Every great journey has a beginning, that energy that initiates is powerful, but also in a way, unconscious.The Fool has…

Speaks to us of necessary changes in ourselves and/or our lives. It announces that a positive outcome awaits us  if we persist and do not allow ourselves to be discouraged by adversity. It is brute strength, bravery and courage, masculine energy, and changes. Symbology of the Rune Uruz: Its name comes from the Uro, an extinct animal similar to the bison, but more vigorous and larger in size. In the ancient Norse tradition, in order to make the step from boy to man, adolescents had to hunt an Uro as a symbol of virility. Thus men would have the qualities of strength, courage and honour. Meaning of the Rune Uruz: Uruz is the Rune of…

Fehu in its most basic meaning, speaks of mobile power, material goods that can be moved. It also speaks of having, or soon, receiving abundance, both materially and spiritually; or what we need to be able to overcome and continue to move forward. It also emphasises the sharing of that accumulated or received abundance. Symbology of the Rune Fehu The symbolism represents the horns of a cow, given its relationship with the possession of cattle as it was a symbol of wealth and abundance in the past. Also, its symbol represents a man with feet asking the gods for abundance or giving gratitude for possessing it. Fehu is linked to the goddess Freyja, the mother,…

Runes are an ancient alphabet and method of visualisation, categorised by some as MAGICAL. Just as the word magic has many meanings between the lines, we will not enter into that debate today, so everyone will give it the meaning they feel is true for them. The word Rune means secret or mystery and symbolises the noise of one stone colliding with another. According to Viking mythology, the Runes were tools given to the God Odin so that he could see the future and communicate with his people to pass on messages and advice. Although records date back 2200 years, it is said that they may be as old as 6000 years. There are various…