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Sylvia Rose
Jun 27, 20243 min read
Individuation: Process and Philosophy
The principle of individuation, or principium individuationis, describes the way in which a person is identified as distinct from other...
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Sylvia Rose
Jun 27, 20244 min read
Spiritual Alchemy: Alchemical History
Spiritual Alchemy uses the concepts of alchemy combined with analytical psychology to improve well-being, find one's inner Philosopher's...
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Sylvia Rose
May 1, 20244 min read
Is Cherry Laurel Poisonous?
Cherry laurel (Prunus laurocerasus) is an Old World evergreen species of the cherry family. Often mistaken for edible bay laurel, Prunus...
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Sylvia Rose
Apr 14, 20244 min read
Tanning Hides - Ancient Techniques
Tanning hides is practiced in the ancient world since c. 7000 BCE, in the Indus Valley site of Mehgarh. By 2500Â BCE, Sumerians of...
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Sylvia Rose
Mar 17, 20246 min read
The Sex Demons - Incubus & Succubus
A sexual spirit or demon preys on a person through the act of intercourse or intimacy. In traditional lore the incubus is the male...
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Sylvia Rose
Oct 10, 20237 min read
Women of the Wild Hunt: Holle, Diana, Frigg
A European phenomenon, the Wild Hunt is a supernatural event crossing several cultures including German, Norse, Roman, French, English...
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Sylvia Rose
Apr 29, 20232 min read
Speyer, Lorelei & Murder on the Rhine
Enjoying a fabulous Rhine cruise here in Canada! The Rhine is one of most romantic rivers in the world, with gorgeous scenery, ancient...
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Sylvia Rose
Apr 23, 20236 min read
Steam & Coal in Victorian Germany
In Victorian era Germany, steam is an engineer's dream. Wood burning steam machines and logging for quick construction almost destroy the...
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