Tag: Eleusis
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The Orchestra of Mind and Consciousness
For over four millennia, humans have explored consciousness through various “technologies of ecstasy”. This series highlights methods like fasting, sound, and guided experiences, revealing a collective understanding rather than a singular focus on substances. Ultimately, it shows that consciousness is a universal aspect, accessible through diverse practices.
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To Die Before You Die — What the Mysteries Were Actually For
The concept of “dying before you die” is a recurring theme in various traditions, linking initiation and death. Ancient Greek practices, particularly the Eleusinian Mysteries, emphasized this idea, promoting the dissolution of the self through rituals. Notably, Tibetan Buddhism offers detailed guidance on conscious dying, providing practical ways to face death without fear.
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Process Over Plant — What the Ancient Pharmakon Knew and We Forgot
The Greek word “pharmakon” encompasses remedy, poison, and drug, illustrating its dual nature. Its effects depend not solely on the plant but on the preparation and context, emphasizing the process over substance. Ancient texts highlight that through methods like crushing and dissolving, one can alter effects significantly. Today, Sowa Rigpa exemplifies a living tradition of…
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Empty First. Then Look. — Fasting as the Oldest Consciousness Technology
Empty First. Then Look. Fasting shows up in every serious consciousness tradition the world has produced. Not as a side practice. Not as self-discipline. As preparation — the thing you do before the thing. That convergence is either a coincidence so persistent it stops functioning as coincidence, or it’s data. In this reading, it’s data.…
