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Jon O’Sullivan explores the question of whether magic is real or just a blend of psychology and ritual through the lens of Irish Paganism.

Send us Fan Mail 🔗 FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR❗ - https://irishpagan.school/free Is magic real, or just a spicy blend of psychology and ritual? Join Jon O’Sullivan as he explores this modern question through the lens of Irish Paganism. We unpack Crowley’s definition of magic—“using natural forces to create change in accordance with one’s will”—and examine everything from candle-lighting traditions to placebo effects, neuroplasticity, and ritual intention. Gain clarity and confidence o...

People in this episode

Host: Jon O’Sullivan

Topics covered

• magic
• psychology
• Irish Paganism
• ritual
• placebo effect
• neuroplasticity

Keywords

• magic
• psychology
• ritual
• placebo effect
• neuroplasticity
• Irish Paganism
• Crowley

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Organizations: Irish Paganism

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