The Book of Shadows

In this evocative and unflinching episode of The Cult of You, Adam Nox returns with author, magician, and left-hand path scholar Toby Chappell for a revelatory dialogue exploring the semiotic underpinnings of magic, the transformative structure of ritual, and the intellectual rigor behind The Language of Magic. This conversation is more than a discussion—it’s a guided journey into the architecture of infernal philosophy and the precision of symbolic self-transformation. Drawing from the Greek Magical Papyri, chaos magic, and the initiatory current of the Temple of Set, this episode serves as a masterclass in magical communication, intention crafting, and self-actualization.

the core paradigm behind the unified self in occult thought is explored more deeply

In this revelatory episode of The Cult of You, Adam Knox invites listeners deep into the psychic currents that shape spiritual perception, psychic awakening, and the experience of the supernatural. Exploring everything from mirror gazing to the neuroscience of trance, he exposes the profound connection between sexuality, the unconscious mind, and authentic psychic development. If you’ve ever questioned whether spirits are real, or what separates fantasy from gnosis, this raw transmission will shift your perspective. Discover why psychic growth begins with self-acceptance, why your guides mirror your traumas, and how ritual practices awaken dormant perception. A must-listen for occult practitioners, mystics, and seekers of hidden knowledge.

Step behind the veil in this intimate and intellectually riveting conversation with legendary occultist, author, and cultural innovator Carl Abrahamsson. In this first podcast of 2025, Adam Nox interviews Carl about his latest book Meetings with Remarkable Magicians, and together they unravel the transformative role of art, magic, individuation, and media in the evolution of the self. From tales of psychedelics and ritual with controversial Golden Dawn figures to reflections on Genesis P-Orridge and Kenneth Anger, this is a masterclass in esoteric living. Discover why art is more than aesthetics—it’s a crucible for becoming.

Have you ever wondered why some parts of your personality feel strong and confident while others seem to hold you back? Rod Boothroyd’s book, _Warrior, Magician, Lover, King_, is here to help you figure that out. This book explains how understanding four big personality types, or archetypes, can help you live a better and more balanced life. It’s all about learning to be your best self by understanding what makes you tick.

Magic is often dismissed as myth or mysticism, but Andrew D. Chumbley’s *Opuscula Magica: Volume I \u2013 Essays on Witchcraft and the Sabbatic Tradition* proves it to be an art, science, and transformative practice. Chumbley’s writings serve as a guide to the ancient yet timeless principles of the Sabbatic Tradition, blending scholarly insight with lived experience.

Have you ever left a conversation wondering why you agreed to something you didn’t want to do? Or felt surprised by someone’s actions even though the warning signs were there? These situations happen because we often miss subtle clues or don’t recognize when someone is trying to manipulate us. “How to Analyze People” by Daniel Spade is here to help. It’s a guide that explains how to spot manipulation, understand body language, and learn the psychology behind people’s actions. Here’s an easy-to-follow summary of the book and why it’s worth reading.

In the age of constant interaction, understanding human behavior has become a superpower. “Dark Psychology: 7 in 1” dives deep into the realms of influence, manipulation, and emotional intelligence, revealing both the tools to protect yourself and the techniques to elevate your interpersonal skills ethically. In this post, we’ll explore the core concepts, review the book’s strengths and weaknesses, and provide you with a full cheatsheet summarizing its actionable insights.

In the esoteric world of occult philosophy and magick, few texts have the raw transformative energy of “ABADDON: The Angel of the Abyss”, the fourth book in The Nine Demonic Gatekeepers Saga. Written by an ensemble of occult authors led by E.A. Koetting, this book is more than a grimoire; it’s a manifesto for those ready to embrace destruction as a path to enlightenment and self-deification.

What if the stories of ancient gods weren’t just relics of the past but active forces shaping our modern world? In The Return of Odin: The Modern Renaissance of Pagan Imagination, Richard Rudgley dives deep into the enduring power of Norse mythology and its central figure, Odin. Blending history, psychology, spirituality, and politics, Rudgley’s book explores how this archetype influences contemporary culture and how reconnecting with ancient wisdom can guide us through today’s chaos. Whether you’re a mythology enthusiast, a student of Carl Jung, or someone seeking to understand modern spiritual movements, this book offers a fascinating, multilayered perspective.

In this provocative and deeply illuminating episode, Adam Knox pulls no punches. “Triggered by Symbols” is more than a call to shadow work—it’s a bold manifesto for anyone seeking real transformation through the occult. Knox dives into the invisible architecture of our psyche, unmasking how symbols, sigils, and emotional triggers govern our inner worlds. If you are a magician, mystic, seeker, or simply a human tired of being enslaved by your past, this is your wake-up call. Discover the real alchemy of self—how the work isn’t about mastering arcane grimoires, but about decoding and mastering the nervous system that makes your reality.

a PEN Award–winning historian and a prolific voice in the realm of metaphysical thought, delivers a deeply engaging and thought-provoking journey into the realms of the occult, the mystical, and the misunderstood. Whether you’re a seasoned seeker or a curious skeptic, this book has something profound to offer.

For centuries, the Nordic runes have fascinated scholars, mystics, and seekers of esoteric knowledge. These ancient symbols, often dismissed as mere letters, hold profound meanings and serve as keys to the mysteries of existence. Nightside of the Runes by Thomas Karlsson dives deep into this hidden world, offering readers a detailed exploration of rune magic, Norse mythology, and the spiritual wisdom encoded within the runes. This blog post reviews the book and provides a comprehensive cheat sheet for its core concepts and practices.

Ready to unlock the power of the unseen with spirit Familiars in the practice of witchcraft

the core paradigm behind the unified self in occult thought is explored more deeply

Pluto’s Ingress into Aquarius for 20 Years: This significant transit marks a shift towards scientific advancement and collective thinking, challenging individualistic perspectives and promoting societal transformation.

Pluto’s Ingress into Aquarius for 20 Years: This significant transit marks a shift towards scientific advancement and collective thinking, challenging individualistic perspectives and promoting societal transformation.

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Dive deep into the realms of the unconscious mind in this enlightening podcast episode. Explore ancient perspectives from Egyptian cosmology to Dravidian traditions, uncovering the profound connections between consciousness, spirituality, and personal transformation. Through discussions on Kundalini energy, the alchemical process of Nigredo, and personal anecdotes of spiritual awakenings, this episode offers a comprehensive guide to understanding and integrating the shadow self. Whether you’re a seasoned spiritual seeker or new to the journey, discover tools and insights to navigate the vast inner landscapes of the mind.

In this discussion with noted psychiatrist Dr Daniel Z. Lieberman from the best seller. the molecule of more brings us his cutting edge insights on the relationship the unconscious has with the practices of magick and the role of Dopamine in the spiritual developmental process.

Dive into the archetypal mystery of feminine power and shadow healing in this episode of The Cult of You with Mara Branscombe—author of Sage, Huntress, Lover and Queen. From exploring the Maiden, Mother, and Crone triad to dancing through grief beneath the Scorpio full moon, this intimate conversation traces the ritual path to feminine sovereignty, cosmic love, and true embodiment. Together, we navigate the mystical interplay of personal transformation, ancestral healing, and archetypal integration. Whether you’re a woman reclaiming your voice or a man seeking to understand the sacred feminine, this episode holds a torchlight for your inner work.

StIn this fiery episode of The Cult of You, Adam Nox leads us through a psychological and spiritual descent into the underworld—an initiatory journey through the shadows of the soul, inspired by the symbolism of Dante, the Qliphoth, and left-hand path magic. This is not just an exploration of darkness, but a resurrection of purpose and will from the ashes of ego death. From the zombie state of dopamine-numbed disconnection to the ghost’s lonely invisibility, from the necromancer’s resurrection to the vampire’s brutal charisma and the werewolf’s wild transformation—this episode offers an advanced psychological map of the spiritual death and rebirth process. Whether you’re navigating depression, spiritual crisis, or magical initiation, this is your torch in the abyss.

In this piercing, no-holds-barred episode of The Cult of You, Adam Nox shares an unfiltered look at the dark mechanics of cult psychology, religious trauma, and spiritual manipulation — not just in sensationalized cults, but in the subtle, often invisible dogmas of everyday spiritual systems. Drawing from decades of personal experience in esotericism, hypnosis, and occult studies, Adam breaks down the psychological triggers used to coerce, isolate, and exploit individuals, especially those in vulnerable states. This episode is a call to arms: to reclaim your agency, embody your divinity, and step into your power without outsourcing your soul to any guru, system, or ideology.

The Occult Power of Redefining Reality: Reprogram Your Soul in 2024

As the year turns, most people plan goals, perform rituals, or chase fleeting resolutions. But what if the true magic of transformation lies not in chasing external outcomes—but in reprogramming your perception of self and reality? In this powerful episode, Adam Knox unveils a radical blueprint for aligning your inner world with the life you desire. Drawing from mystical philosophy, neuroscience, ritual magick, and neuro-linguistic programming, this talk reveals how emotional conditioning, story reframing, and vibrational identity are the real mechanisms of transformation. Forget waiting on proof or external validation—the divine lives within you, and it’s time to embody that truth fully.

Step into the liminal space where dreams are more than just nighttime stories—they are divine conversations with your deepest self. In this profound episode of The Cult of You, Adam Knox guides us through a powerful exploration of dream practices as portals to the unconscious, spiritual insight, and multidimensional communication. Discover how ancient wisdom, Jungian depth psychology, linguistic theory, and practical occultism converge in the dream state, offering you a sacred opportunity to meet your inner guru, healer, and guide. Whether you’re a seasoned dream walker or just learning the language of the psyche, this episode will awaken a richer understanding of your internal worlds.

In this week’s edition of The Book of Shadows, Adam Knox dives deep into five transformative esoteric reads that each open new gateways into death, spirit communication, sacred sexuality, active imagination, and the divine feminine. Whether you’re a beginner mystic or a seasoned practitioner of the occult arts, this review uncovers literary treasures that range from Sally Crow’s practical mediumship insights to the mythopoetic mysteries of Jesus and Mary Magdalene. Discover how spirit marriages, Jungian psychology, and tantric initiations can awaken your path in ways that transcend dogma.

What if language is more than just communication—what if it’s the very operating system of your reality? In this extraordinary episode of The Cult of You, host Adam Nox sits down with occult philosopher and Temple of Set Grandmaster Toby Chappell, author of Infernal Geometry and the Left Hand Path, to dissect the machinery of magick through the lens of semiotics, ritual, symbolism, and the transformative power of language. Together, they unravel how signs, symbols, and internal coding systems govern not just magical practice, but the construction of the Self and the manipulation of reality itself. From the metaphysical resonance of the Nine Angles to Lovecraftian dreamscapes, from linguistic relativity to ritual engineering—this is a masterclass in high magick and consciousness hacking.

What if the foundations of the dominant religious traditions were built on the erasure of the sacred feminine? In this deep and revelatory conversation, Adam Nox sits down with Lynn Picknett and Clive Prince, authors of The Templar Revelation and When God Had a Wife, to unearth the hidden roots of goddess worship in early Judaism and Christianity. From the demonization of Mary Magdalene and the suppression of Asherah to the misunderstood legacy of Simon Magus, this episode dismantles centuries of patriarchal theology and invites you to reimagine divinity through the lens of mystery, wisdom, and feminine power.

In this profoundly moving episode of The Cult of You, I sit down with bestselling author and Kabbalist Sherri Mandell to explore the transformational power of writing as a sacred, alchemical act. Drawing from her book The Kabbalah of Writing, Sherri shares how the mystical Tree of Life can be used not only as a map for storytelling but as a structure for deep soul work. We discuss her own tragic loss, how writing helped her survive the unimaginable, and how Kabbalistic wisdom can unlock the voice within each of us. From turning personal pain into collective healing, to discovering your mythic character and mastering rejection, this conversation is an initiation into the inner temple of writing, creativity, and spiritual transformation.

What if the creatures you fear most are actually the lost fragments of your soul calling you back to wholeness? In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of The Cult of You, I sit down with author and shadow-animal mystic Dawn Baumann Brunke, where we unravel the archetypal wisdom of serpents, ravens, goats, wolves, and even mythical krakens. Through myth, dream, and spiritual practice, we explore how animals serve as mirrors for our personal and collective unconscious—and how the journey of shadow integration is deeply entwined with ancient feminine wisdom and sacred animal consciousness.

Whether you’re a mystic, magician, seeker, or simply a soul trying to re-member itself, this conversation dives deep into soul retrieval, kundalini awakening, dreamwork, and the return of the wild self.

Embark on a transformative journey as we delve into the intricacies of self-awareness, personal growth, and the power of intentional living. This enlightening podcast episode offers profound insights into harnessing one’s inner strength, overcoming limiting beliefs, and embracing authenticity. Discover actionable strategies to navigate life’s challenges and align with your true purpose.

n this spellbinding episode of The Cult of You, Adam Nox sits down with renowned Egyptologist and controversial scholar David Elkington, author of The Ancient Language of Sacred Sound, to explore the primordial technology of sound, language, and vibration. What follows is a profound dive into the forgotten science behind ancient temples, cathedrals, pyramids, and the logos that shaped the mythologies of humanity. From cymatics to cathedrals, alien consciousness to the mystery of crystals, this dialogue weaves sacred geometry, etymology, sound healing, metaphysical speculation, and hard archaeological data into a conversation that stretches from the stars to the soul. Journey with us through resonance, symbolism, and sacred architecture, and discover the gnosis encoded into the very fabric of reality.

In this mind-bending and soul-awakening episode of The Cult of You, Adam Nox takes you deep into the psychological and magical roots of manifestation. Why does the Law of Attraction so often fall short? Why do affirmations, vision boards, and spiritual rituals fail to bring your dreams to life? The answer lies in a hidden trinity of judgment, supplication, and limited possibility. In this powerful discourse, Adam reveals how your unconscious sabotages your desires—not because you don’t believe hard enough, but because you believe wrong. Learn how to collapse time, dismantle mental barriers, and finally step into the reality your soul truly wants to create.

In this episode of The Cult of You, we explore the richly woven teachings of “Hermetic Philosophy and Creative Alchemy” by visionary artist and author Marlena Seven Bremner. This is not just a book review—this is a portal into the multidimensional depths of alchemical initiation, planetary archetypes, and creative self-transmutation. We trace Bremner’s exploration through the Emerald Tablet, the Corpus Hermeticum, and her own visionary art, as she bridges Jungian psychology, ancient myth, Hermetic cosmology, and personal spiritual practice. Whether you’re new to Hermeticism or a seasoned practitioner, this work offers profound insight into the esoteric anatomy of the self

In this deeply transformative episode of The Cult of You, Adam Nox sits down with visionary artist and author Marlena Seven Bremner to explore how Hermetic wisdom, alchemical initiation, and artistic expression converge into a sacred path of healing and awakening. From the dark night of the soul to the vibrant tapestry of planetary archetypes, this conversation reveals how creativity becomes a magical tool to decode the unconscious, embody archetypes, and transmute pain into power. Whether you’re an occult practitioner, mystic artist, or seeker of inner gnosis, this dialogue is filled with gold.

In this electrifying episode of The Cult of You, Adam Knox delves deep into the fusion of occult philosophy and cutting-edge technology in a visionary journey through the realm of the technomancer. With lucid metaphors drawn from neuroscience, programming, and quantum mechanics, this discussion unveils how language, mathematics, brainwave feedback, and virtual reality can become tools for radical inner alchemy. Whether you’re a mystic with a love for machinery or a developer drawn to the divine, this is a call to awaken the daimonic intelligence within. Step beyond outdated paradigms and discover how to rewrite your spiritual operating system for real-world manifestation.

What if the self you’ve always identified with is merely a beautifully constructed hallucination? In this powerful episode of The Cult of You, Adam Nox rips the veil off the illusion of identity and plunges deep into the collective unconscious. Exploring how our fragmented personalities, traumas, and archetypal forces manifest as gods, demons, and personas within, he unveils the ancient wisdom hidden behind psychological transformation and occult integration. Drawing on sources from alchemy and NLP to biblical allegories and quantum consciousness, this conversation is a masterclass in reclaiming spiritual sovereignty and becoming the architect of your own inner empire. Journey through the metaphysical and psychological dimensions of the self, and discover how to unify the inner legion to become the shapeshifting sovereign of your reality.

Live Deliciously: The 23 Power Rules to Awaken Your Inner Magician in 2023

Step into the new year with transformative clarity, power, and purpose. In this episode of The Cult of You, Adam Nox lays down 23 potent rules that go far beyond ordinary resolutions—these are psychological technologies and magical disciplines designed to rewire your nervous system, awaken your will, and create a life of intoxicating purpose. From neurolinguistic reprogramming and active imagination to the sacred use of gratitude and ritual, this masterclass bridges the mystical and the scientific into an actionable path of self-initiation. If you’re ready to challenge mediocrity, evolve past limitations, and truly live deliciously, this is your call to arms.

In this provocative and soul-stirring episode of The Cult of You, Adam Knox dives deep into the mystical heart of spiritual practice to ask one revolutionary question: what if “God” is just another name for the unconscious? Exploring the intersection of ritual, psychology, and magick, this talk redefines our relationship with the divine—moving beyond religious supplication and toward personal sovereignty through inner alchemy. You’ll explore how praise, glorification, and ancient ceremonial practices can be reinterpreted as methods for reprogramming the unconscious mind, unlocking authentic power, and transforming your inner world into a temple of ecstasy and purpose. Whether you walk the Left Hand Path, explore active imagination, or practice daily ritual, this is a masterclass in sacred autonomy.
Listen, reflect, and remember to live deliciously.

Magick Meets Mind: Joe Dispenza, Occult Psychology & the Science of Self-Transformation

In this deep-dive episode, Adam Nox explores the confluence of magickal philosophy, cutting-edge neuropsychology, and mystical science through the lens of books that have shaped his occult path. Featuring the powerful insights of Dr. Joe Dispenza — especially “You Are the Placebo,” “Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself,” and “Becoming Supernatural” — and complemented by Bruce Bynum’s Dark Light Consciousness, this podcast explores how evolving our self-concept unlocks radical spiritual and material transformation. Discover how the chakras are seen as independent brains, how altered states connect to neuro-melanin, and how applying measurable science to magick deepens the craft. Tune in now and reshape your inner alchemy.

5 Timeless Books Every Serious Magician Must Own: A Magical Primer for the Modern Occultist

Are you looking to deepen your magical practice beyond Instagram spells and superficial rituals? Dive into this hand-curated list of five indispensable books for any serious ceremonial magician. In this episode, Adam Knox, founder of The Cult of You, breaks down foundational magical texts that every practitioner should study, from Donald Michael Kraig’s “Modern Magic” to the sophisticated Hermetic explorations of Steven Ashe. Whether you’re refining your planetary rituals or installing the Tree of Life into your inner psychic architecture, this primer gives you the roadmap and the tools to do it right. If you’re ready to build a real esoteric practice, this is your blueprint.

“Unlocking the Inner Magician: 4 Surprising Books Every Occultist Needs to Read”

Are you walking the occult path but feeling stuck in your psychological development? In this insightful podcast episode, Adam Knox reveals four essential yet unconventional books that provide the inner game necessary for real spiritual evolution. These aren’t your typical grimoires—they’re deep dives into self-awareness, identity alchemy, and the psychology of transformation. Featuring works by Robert A. Johnson, Napoleon Hill, Joseph Campbell, and Tony Robbins, this reading list will revolutionize how you approach magic, ritual, and the psyche.