Podcast Summary
Using magic to attract happiness, love, and success: Believe in happiness as our birthright, connect with nature, and come together to manifest positive change through magic and intention setting
Magic and connection to nature are powerful tools for attracting happiness, love, and success. Mia Magic, a self-proclaimed witch, shares her personal experiences of using magic to manifest her dreams and reconnect with the natural world. She encourages us to believe that bliss is our birthright and that coming together to meditate and focus on positive intentions can create positive change. Mia's journey, filled with perseverance and bravery, serves as an inspiration for embracing the magical and finding joy in the world around us. Whether through reading fairy tales as a child or experiencing the power of cognitive dissonance, Mia's story reminds us that magic is real and within reach for all.
The Power of Losing Illusions: Losing a long-held illusion can lead to a transformative experience, allowing us to question other illusions and seek out the magic and divinity within ourselves and the natural world.
Our perception of reality and ourselves can be limiting, and the disappearance of a long-held illusion can lead to a transformative experience. This was the case for the speaker, who had spent years hiding her scars and believing she was damaged and unworthy. But when she lost her sleeve at a party, she was forced to confront her fears and accept a new truth about herself. This moment marked a turning point in her life, leading her to question other illusions and seek out the magic and divinity within herself and the natural world. Magic, as she sees it, is the awareness that we are connected to the eternal forces of creation and can harness their power through ancient symbolic practices. By embracing this truth, we can manifest our desires and live a more divine, magical life.
Personal stories of transformative experiences with meditation and magical practices: Using meditation and magical practices like candle magic can lead to significant life changes and manifestations, but requires dedication and openness to intuition.
Meditation and magical practices, such as candle magic, can lead to transformative experiences and manifestations in people's lives. The speaker shared a personal story of using candle magic during a time of financial struggle, which resulted in making $12,000 the next day and fulfilling her summer plans. She also mentioned experiencing seemingly impossible events, like making someone levitate, and passing on healing journeys to others. These practices require dedication, such as sitting with the candle for its entire burning time, and an openness to intuition and the properties of herbs and other elements. The speaker's own experiences led her to be known as "Mia Magic" and inspired her to help others through her practices.
The power of belief and collective energy: Belief and synchronized energy can lead to seemingly magical experiences, even lifting a man in the air.
Our beliefs shape our experiences, and the power of collective energy and synchronization can lead to seemingly magical or unexplained phenomena. During a levitation practice, four individuals synced up their energies and activated their Kundalini, lifting a man in the air. The experience was a result of their collective belief and vibration, as well as the uncertainty and mystery of the situation. The man in the middle was simply acting as a catalyst, and the energy was so strong that the participants were left in a state of awe and disbelief. The speaker, who was initially skeptical, was deeply affected by the experience and believes that science and spirituality can coexist. The power of belief and collective energy can lead to extraordinary experiences, and the uncertainty and mystery of such phenomena only add to their magic.
Childhood experiences with spiritual practices and witchcraft: Embrace the power and magic within yourself, reclaiming the positive meaning of the word 'witch' as 'wise one'.
The speaker shared experiences from her childhood where she and her friends practiced forms of spiritual connection and manipulation of energy, leading to phenomena such as levitation and guiding others into altered states of consciousness. These practices, which she now recognizes as forms of witchcraft, were a part of her early life and have continued to shape her identity and life's work as a teacher and facilitator of transformation. The speaker emphasizes the importance of honoring the wisdom and power within oneself, even if it has been historically suppressed or stigmatized. The word "witch" originally meant "wise one," and the speaker encourages embracing this positive meaning and reclaiming the power and magic within ourselves.
The suppression of wisdom, particularly women's wisdom, throughout history: Embrace your unique wisdom and connection to the divine through nature and experiences. Reclaiming suppressed knowledge can challenge societal norms and lead to personal growth.
The suppression of wisdom, particularly the wisdom of women, throughout history has led to a disconnection from nature and ourselves, resulting in mental illness and other modern-day issues. This suppression was often fueled by the mistranslation of religious texts and the demonization of wisdom. The witch hat, which represents the shape of the womb, became a symbol of reclaiming this power and wisdom for Mia and her followers. It serves as a reminder that everyone has unique wisdom to offer and that we can find our connection to the divine through nature and our own experiences. The hat's virality comes from its ability to challenge societal norms and encourage individuals to embrace their own magic and relationship to the divine. The journey to Eleusis, an ancient matriarchal society, highlights the influence of these wise women on Western civilization and the importance of reclaiming this wisdom in our modern lives.
The suppression of indigenous spiritual practices and goddess worship in the Western world: Millions were persecuted, burned, killed, or tortured for their spiritual beliefs due to power struggles, potential rejections from women or priestesses, and the desire for conversion and political power.
The spread of Western civilization and the rise of Christianity led to the persecution and suppression of indigenous spiritual practices and goddess worship. This persecution, which involved millions of people being burned, killed, or tortured, can be traced back to power struggles and potential rejections or denials from women or priestesses. The reasons for this suppression are complex and multifaceted, with theories ranging from the belief that sex should only be for procreation to political power plays and the desire for conversion. This history of suppression can be seen in the confiscation and conversion of ancient temples and the eradication of goddesses from the divine. While this phenomenon is not unique to the Western world, it is a significant part of human history that continues to shape our understanding of spirituality and religion.
Exploring the evolution of divine connection: Throughout history, people's connection to the divine has shifted from an internal, physical experience to an external, controlled one, possibly due to societal power dynamics and misconceptions.
Throughout history, people have experienced a deep and physical connection with the divine through various means such as plant medicine, getting in touch with nature, making love, and engaging in rituals. However, this connection has shifted over time towards a more externalized and controlled form of divinity, often represented by a male deity in the sky who judges good and bad. This shift may be driven by a desire for power and control, as people become harder to control when they believe they are gods in human form. Additionally, there were misconceptions about reproduction and women's roles in ancient societies, leading to beliefs that required the involvement of men. The stories and practices of indigenous civilizations have often been co-opted and transformed to fit a more uniform form of worship, with elements of ancient practices being incorporated into new religious beliefs.
The suppression of diverse forms of worship and industrialization of medicine led to silence and submission: The suppression of diverse spiritual practices and the promotion of a single prescribed way, along with the industrialization of medicine, led to a disconnection from nature and reliance on synthetic drugs, starting in the 1920s.
The suppression of diverse forms of worship and the promotion of a single prescribed way led to silence and submission. Meanwhile, the pharmaceutical industry's growth is linked to the lack of knowledge and connection with nature, leading people to rely on synthetic drugs for healing. This industrialization of medicine began in the 1920s when oil magnate John D. Rockefeller discredited natural medicine and pushed for petroleum-based pills. It's intriguing to consider the idea that the Earth, which is vastly more complex than we can comprehend, might have intentions or desires that led to the existence of humans and the development of industries like pharmaceuticals. The spirit of petroleum, as depicted in movies like "Ferngully," raises questions about the potential consequences of our reliance on non-renewable resources. Ultimately, it's essential to remember that our relationship with nature is interconnected, and our understanding of it is limited.
Recognizing the importance of masculine and feminine aspects: Throughout history, the feminine aspect of God and nature was diminished, leading to a one-sided view of the divine and nature. Embracing both masculine and feminine aspects can deepen our understanding of ourselves and the world.
Throughout history, many ancient traditions recognized the importance of both the masculine and feminine aspects of the divine and nature. This duality was often represented by figures like father sky and mother earth. However, over time, the feminine aspect of God and nature was diminished, leading to the portrayal of God as a solely masculine figure and the demonization of feminine symbols in nature. This shift can be seen in the transformation of god figures like Pan from a symbol of hedonistic pleasure and creativity to the devil, and the stigmatization of orgiastic practices. By recognizing and embracing the feminine and masculine aspects of the divine and nature, we can gain a deeper understanding of ourselves and our connection to the world around us.
From symbols to abstract language: Changing perceptions of God and self: The shift from symbols to abstract language led to a narrower view of self and divinity, but remembering our inherent holiness can broaden our worldview.
The shift from pictographic hieroglyphic language to abstract language played a significant role in changing the way we perceive God and ourselves. In ancient times, symbols represented both themselves and deeper meanings, and the divine was seen in all things. However, with the advent of abstract language, the concept of one monotheistic God emerged, leading to a narrower view of self and divinity. This transformation impacted the way we communicate, think, and perceive the world around us. It's important to remember that we are all unique expressions of the divine, and reconnecting to this understanding can lead to a more holistic and inclusive worldview. If we could wave a magic wand and encourage people to practice magic and reconnect to themselves as holy beings, the world might look like a place where everyone recognizes the divine within themselves and in all living things. Despite the challenges of modern education, it's essential to encourage children to express themselves through images and non-verbal means, allowing them to develop a deeper connection with their emotions and the world around them.
Gender programming shapes our identities and can limit us: Recognizing and transforming negative beliefs around gender can lead to greater freedom and fluidity. Embrace your entire spectrum of being as a gift, and address inner wounds to heal collective trauma.
Our gender identities and expressions are shaped by deep-rooted programming that starts early in life. This programming can limit us by encouraging resistance towards certain aspects of ourselves, whether masculine or feminine. However, recognizing and transforming these negative beliefs can lead to greater freedom, power, and fluidity. Alok, a non-binary poet and activist, encourages us to embrace our entire spectrum of being as a gift, rather than seeking protection or validation from others. Additionally, the inner aspects of ourselves that we dislike or suppress exist outside of us in the world, and addressing these wounds within ourselves can help heal the collective trauma and misunderstanding around gender and its expression.
Healing inner masculine and feminine energies: Identify areas of scarcity, nurture wounded parts, and prioritize self-care for healing and unlocking potential
Healing our relationships with our inner masculine and feminine energies, particularly our father wounds, is crucial for personal growth and expressing our divine nature. This can be achieved by nurturing the wounded parts of ourselves with unconditional love and kindness, while also addressing any patterns or programs that hinder our fullest expression. A simple way to get started is by identifying areas in our lives where we may be operating from a place of scarcity or lack, and taking action to provide for ourselves and nourish ourselves from both masculine and feminine perspectives. Remember, the most valuable resource we have is our time, and spending it on self-care and self-love is essential for healing and unlocking our full potential.
Exploring Limiting Beliefs and the Power of Divination: Challenging limiting beliefs through divination practices like astrology, tarot, and numerology can lead to personal transformation by providing insight and manifesting desires, but it's important to address any hindering beliefs first.
Our relationship with time, value, and worth is deeply connected to our beliefs and perceptions. To live a fulfilling life, it's essential to examine and challenge limiting beliefs that may be holding us back from pursuing our passions and living in alignment with our purpose. Divination, the oldest science on earth, can help us gain insight into these beliefs and the significance of the world around us. Through practices like astrology, tarot, numerology, and even observing nature, we can receive messages and communicate with the divine. This process involves both feminine receptivity and masculine creation, allowing us to give and receive information, and ultimately, manifest our desires. Before casting spells or making significant changes, it's crucial to identify and address any limiting beliefs that may be hindering our growth. By doing so, we can create a strong foundation for meaningful personal transformation.
Embrace the inner work and communicate with the universe through magic: Magic is a conversation with the universe requiring devotion, intention, and participation. Overcome subconscious blocks, choose words carefully, and learn from ancient practices to make magic effective.
Magic is a practice that requires devotion, intention, and participation. It's not just about manifesting material wealth or finding one's purpose, but also about doing the inner work and communicating with the universe. Our subconscious beliefs and past experiences can impact our ability to fully embrace magic, so it's essential to choose our words carefully when creating spells. Ancient practices, such as dancing, singing, and living in harmony with nature, offer valuable lessons for modern-day magic users. The universe responds to our willingness to receive greater power, capacity, and information, and we must be open to new perspectives beyond what we've been programmed to believe. Ultimately, magic is a conversation with the universe, and we must take action, do the hard work, and put ourselves into the practice to make it truly effective.
Connecting to nature for a fulfilling life: Practicing sustainability, valuing nature, and living in harmony with it can lead to a happier, healthier life and a more connected world.
Recognizing our connection to nature and practicing sustainability can lead to a more abundant and fulfilling life. The speaker believes that if more people saw themselves as divine and valued nature as an extension of themselves, the world would be a happier, healthier, and more connected place. They envision a world where resources are shared, mental health is prioritized, and the earth is respected and cared for. The speaker's personal experiences of living sustainably and donating to environmental causes have brought them abundance and a deep sense of connection to the earth. They encourage small actions, like composting and reducing plastic use, to make a big impact on the planet. Ultimately, the speaker's dream is for all of us to wake up to our interconnectedness and strive to live in harmony with nature, leading to the melting away of issues like mental illness, war, and the pharmaceutical industry within one generation.
Shift from motherly to loving and reciprocal relationship with Earth: Recognize Earth as a lover who gives and receives, fostering an active and fulfilling connection with nature.
Our relationship with the earth should shift from a motherly one to a loving and reciprocal one. Mia Magick, a spiritual teacher and author, emphasizes the importance of recognizing the earth as a lover who gives and receives, rather than just a giver. This paradigm shift can lead to a more active and fulfilling connection with nature. Additionally, Mia's upcoming book "Intuition" and her collaboration with Hay House on two books and two oracle decks are exciting developments in her work. To learn more about Mia and her offerings, follow her on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and her website, all under the name MiaMagik. Remember, sharing this episode with others is the best gift you can give to both Mia and Ziva Meditation. And if you're curious about the benefits of meditation, join Ziva for a free masterclass at zivameditation.com/learn.
Invest in personal growth for self and podcast sustainability: Investing in personal growth benefits you and supports the podcast by enhancing well-being and ensuring its continuity.
Investing in your personal growth and improving your quality of life not only benefits you but also supports the podcast. By visiting zivameditation.com/learn, you can explore various resources and tools to enhance your well-being. This investment in yourself not only leads to personal growth but also helps sustain the podcast, allowing it to continue providing valuable content to its audience. It's a win-win situation! Remember, taking care of yourself is essential, and the resources provided at zivameditation.com/learn can be a great starting point on your journey towards a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life.
