Discussion on Darkness

[supremecoyote]

my friend, and serious question.... Has anyone ever explained to you the concept of shadow work ?

Shadow work is the spiritual and psychological practice of facing, understanding, and integrating the parts of yourself you usually repress, deny, or fear.
It’s based on Carl Jung’s idea of the Shadow: the unconscious aspect of your personality that holds traits, emotions, or memories you’ve hidden away to “survive” or be accepted.It’s the art of turning your darkness into wisdom.

None of the notable esoteric scholars we've had in the history of forever were able to come to the revelations they did by believing that love and light is the only way to heal themselves or others, or be a proficient psychic medium. You have to seek answers to the occult, in the dark. You have to make peace with your own darkness, instead of letting it afflict and control you. Be friends with it even.

The answer is not rejecting your own darkness, or the darkness of entities that may surround you. It's called strengthening your discernment to make educated decisions while interacting with the dark, and becoming a duel sided blade while you navigate occultic philosophy.

Many of the people here in this thread have put in the work to be comfortable with their shadow side, and the shadows that work with them.

Truth be told, alot of what you would probably consider "demons" or "evil entities" really don't go out of their way to bother humans and afflict them with illness or mental health issues. This is a common misconception and stigma put on our friends on the other side. At some point you have to separate the occult from modern science and medicine. Most physical illnesses, impairments, and mental health issues come from our bodies being subjected to endure the harshness of the physical world and our own biology working against us. Even rarer is it because somebody put a curse on you, rarer than that is a "demon" attempting to harm you on its own volition.

I would never tell a disabled or chronically ill person that the reason why they're being afflicted with pain is because they're "too dark" and they need to become a "pure soul". That's nonsensical and cruel.

However a practitioner can learn how to heal themselves and others, but only by understanding that they need to use both the light and dark found within themselves to do so.

 

[MorganBlack]

Hmm. To OP, I'd say, personally I wouldn't mythologize bad behavior or bad things. It's asking for trouble.

My background as a service magician in the psychopathic business worlds required for me to get good at sorcery in daimonic wrathful working.

I also happen to cry over heartbreak, love animals, think kind people are beautiful, adore people who show mercy, work to restrain my anger, show grace, kindness, and compassion, and hate it when people feel pain or suffer. It bothers me. This "darkness". It's simply not at a thing in the universe. OK, the Void, sure. Been there. But that's just raw potential. Not a place of Supreme Evil. The real evil, we make it. When we go off balance and become the Wolf, the Pig, or the Serpent for too long we have to come back. Re-center in the normal world of fuzzy kittens, wishing one's neighbor well, ice-cream, taxes, and damn good cups of coffee.

I was just working on art pipeline and listening to this . Good stuff and I think relevant here.

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This is Lon as the Cunning Man. In terms of como-conception I am somewhere in the middle between Lon and the 100% animist magician Wilson . To me the whole argument is silly because it's limited and assumes there is only one operative level of reality. In my view,the daimons come through our upper level "Briatic" minds first before they enter into astral-etheric bodies in the sublunar, animistic worlds. Ritual is how we give them bodies.

And the spirits will reflect 50% of our personal bullshit. And yeah, Lon is right. You get your own personal manifestations. If you are an asshole they will be one too. Some school of Kimbanda say the same thing, as well as my reading of NeoPlatonism. Sorcery is bringing them down (or up, depending on the myths) to do stuff.

 

[AlfrunGrima]

This "darkness". It's simply not at a thing in the universe.

To me the whole argument is silly because it's limited and assumes there is only one operative level of reality.

And the spirits will reflect 50% of our personal bullshit. And yeah, Lon is right. You get your own personal manifestations.

For me it goes even further than only dark and light, and dark in light. I personally tend to see things in a very fractal way. Reality can be seen in tiny nuanced fractals, so you get basically fifty shades of gray. And if I choose one fractal as a lens, it is not definite. It is really possible and perfecty fine to see the same thing the one day through another fractal than the other day. That can be a light fuzzy cozy reality in the morning and a more dark way of seeing things in the afternoon. Most times that is a good thing, other times you get caught in the nuances. And that is the moment you need play the, what I call, angel or devil game. See the situation through only the love/light lens or pretend you are the devil in the situation. So a complete flip of reality.

I use that game quite often: watching the same situation through the eyes of an angel, the devil, the gnome, the princess, the witch, the wise woman, the toddler, the hero, hence even the loser. And if it is not enough I write down the same story a few times seen from all those archetypes. It is workflow that is great. It is a way of working I learned over time from Paimon. Confronting? Yeah, sure! But I don't like to be limited in my thinking, I want to break free. I guess that's why he gave me this method.

Magic is 99 percent personal bullshit. That is why I liked it from the very beginning. (so, and now I gonna need some coffee, see the light peach colored sunset and watch the crows)

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It is great to see that you are all very motivated to reply to this post.

What is very eye-opening (and in that sense very positive…) is the many reactions that are so-called; not positive!

Well, one thing is true about witches, they do have long toes and it easy to trip over them. I don not apologize for my long toes and ugly nails, but in the beginning of the discussion they were definitely present ... But, in the end, with the contributions of everyone here we got a decent conversation. Thank you guys and keep the quality posts going.

 

[Anasa]

emmm.......


The operation.I cast the spells in sunshine or night to get and move their unseen power into my body，
let it flow into my soul,blood or chakras.

BUT,bro you may not be a 《edda》 god though you try hardly in magic or Tibet magic.... XD.

The“pure soul”,i think This is someone who was estranged by people and society rules,but he/she have
quietly spirit and simple heart.He/she doesn't like city but park or wood.Leaners i have taught is simple brain always
be successful in magic than senseful brain.

 

[Sandragreendragon]

my friend, and serious question.... Has anyone ever explained to you the concept of shadow work ?

Shadow work is the spiritual and psychological practice of facing, understanding, and integrating the parts of yourself you usually repress, deny, or fear.
It’s based on Carl Jung’s idea of the Shadow: the unconscious aspect of your personality that holds traits, emotions, or memories you’ve hidden away to “survive” or be accepted.It’s the art of turning your darkness into wisdom.

None of the notable esoteric scholars we've had in the history of forever were able to come to the revelations they did by believing that love and light is the only way to heal themselves or others, or be a proficient psychic medium. You have to seek answers to the occult, in the dark. You have to make peace with your own darkness, instead of letting it afflict and control you. Be friends with it even.

The answer is not rejecting your own darkness, or the darkness of entities that may surround you. It's called strengthening your discernment to make educated decisions while interacting with the dark, and becoming a duel sided blade while you navigate occultic philosophy.

Many of the people here in this thread have put in the work to be comfortable with their shadow side, and the shadows that work with them.

Truth be told, alot of what you would probably consider "demons" or "evil entities" really don't go out of their way to bother humans and afflict them with illness or mental health issues. This is a common misconception and stigma put on our friends on the other side. At some point you have to separate the occult from modern science and medicine. Most physical illnesses, impairments, and mental health issues come from our bodies being subjected to endure the harshness of the physical world and our own biology working against us. Even rarer is it because somebody put a curse on you, rarer than that is a "demon" attempting to harm you on its own volition.

I would never tell a disabled or chronically ill person that the reason why they're being afflicted with pain is because they're "too dark" and they need to become a "pure soul". That's nonsensical and cruel.

However a practitioner can learn how to heal themselves and others, but only by understanding that they need to use both the light and dark found within themselves to do so.

 

[Morell]

my friend, and serious question.... Has anyone ever explained to you the concept of shadow work ?

Shadow work is the spiritual and psychological practice of facing, understanding, and integrating the parts of yourself you usually repress, deny, or fear.
It’s based on Carl Jung’s idea of the Shadow: the unconscious aspect of your personality that holds traits, emotions, or memories you’ve hidden away to “survive” or be accepted.It’s the art of turning your darkness into wisdom.

None of the notable esoteric scholars we've had in the history of forever were able to come to the revelations they did by believing that love and light is the only way to heal themselves or others, or be a proficient psychic medium. You have to seek answers to the occult, in the dark. You have to make peace with your own darkness, instead of letting it afflict and control you. Be friends with it even.

The answer is not rejecting your own darkness, or the darkness of entities that may surround you. It's called strengthening your discernment to make educated decisions while interacting with the dark, and becoming a duel sided blade while you navigate occultic philosophy.

Many of the people here in this thread have put in the work to be comfortable with their shadow side, and the shadows that work with them.

Truth be told, alot of what you would probably consider "demons" or "evil entities" really don't go out of their way to bother humans and afflict them with illness or mental health issues. This is a common misconception and stigma put on our friends on the other side. At some point you have to separate the occult from modern science and medicine. Most physical illnesses, impairments, and mental health issues come from our bodies being subjected to endure the harshness of the physical world and our own biology working against us. Even rarer is it because somebody put a curse on you, rarer than that is a "demon" attempting to harm you on its own volition.

I would never tell a disabled or chronically ill person that the reason why they're being afflicted with pain is because they're "too dark" and they need to become a "pure soul". That's nonsensical and cruel.

However a practitioner can learn how to heal themselves and others, but only by understanding that they need to use both the light and dark found within themselves to do so.

How could I forget to address the mention that demons are cause of sickness or mental disability? Good that you pointed it out, because that is serious stuff and in some cases, refusing to get sick person tot he doctor can be death sentence.

In fact here real evil lies in refusing the truth that is right in front of your eyes and not helping person by bringing them to the doc, while doing some light/energy work instead... or prayers like Christians do over some sick. Reminds me of those nuts who stopped giving young child her insuline and insisted on praying over her instead and ignored all that was going on, they kept praying even when she was already dead. If someone told me that they were serving evil or demons, it would be hard to deny because there the evil was quite visible for everyone else to see... And the kid died...

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Just to give a source on the case I mention: it was cult that was named Church of the Saints.

Spoiler: YT video

 

[Lightmaker5]

Darkness is decay. Living beings cannot benefit from. It destroys all, even their followers. I do have a video how to become immune to darkness:

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[Morell]

Darkness is decay. Living beings cannot benefit from. It destroys all, even their followers. I do have a video how to become immune to darkness:

This is very limiting definition of darkness. I would dare to say that it is Christian or New Agey. Darkness can bring benefit. There are things that belong in the darkness and its secrcy. Evend arkness is healing, even through death aspect, that releases from the old that no longer serve.

Good and evil are subjective. Sometimes bad deeds cause good things and sometimes good deeds cause evil.

 

[MorganBlack]

I get ya, Lightmaker. Good stuff as a practice, but not so much as a totalizing mythic worldview.

The old alchemists saw all principles less as opposing each other in an Eternal Boss Battle, but more as complementary opposites in the dance of creation. The color blue is not better than orange. An artist seeks a pleasing or interesting composition, and is free to use both, or neither as required for their creation.

Anabolism vs Catabolism,
Building Up vs. Breaking Down,
Growth vs. Decay,
Jupiter vs. Mars.
Light vs. Darkness.

Both are required. Without decay we'd already be buried under millions of years of dead human, hominid, animal, and insect bodies.

 

[Lightmaker5]

Darkness is many things. Like false information you believe is true for example religion. Here a more detailed explanation on darkness by others:

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You said:​

Brainiac 5 from Smallville wisdoms

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Here are some of the most inspiring quotes—or "wisdoms"—of Brainiac 5 from Smallville, especially from the Season 10 episode “Homecoming,” where James Marsters reprises the role and delivers several memorable lines:

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Key Quotes from Brainiac 5 (Season 10, Episode 4: “Homecoming”)​

• “A hero is made in the moment, not from questioning the past or fearing what’s to come. Just remember that, Kal-El.”
  Spoken when Clark admits, “I’ve been so buried by the mistakes of my past and so worried about the responsibilities of the future, I lost sight of the present.”
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• “You spend so much time dwelling on the darkness of what happened in the past, you’re missing the present that’s right in front of your eyes.”
  A powerful reminder to embrace what's happening now rather than remain mired in past regrets.
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• “We always have a choice, Kal-El. Your father didn’t have to care for you the way he did… He chose to be your protector. Just as you’ve chosen to be the Earth’s protector. Nobody forced that on you, yet you embraced it. Nobody made that choice for you. We all choose our own fate.”
  A profound reflection on personal agency, choice, and legacy.
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Fan Appreciation​

These lines resonate deeply with viewers. On Reddit, one fan aptly highlighted:

"A hero is made in the moment, not from questioning the past or fearing what's to come. Just remember that, Kal-El." — Brainiac 5, Season 10, Episode 4
“This is gold”

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Another fan reflected on how strongly Brainiac 5's perspective hit home:

"You spend so much time dwelling on the darkness of what happened in the past, you're missing the present that's right in front of your eyes."
"And served as a personal inspiration to overcome bad times."

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Why These Lines Matter​

• Emphasis on the now: Brainiac 5 encourages Clark (and the audience) to realize a hero’s strength isn’t rooted in past victories or future fears, but in the ability to act decisively in the present.
  
  
• Letting go of guilt: By focusing on present moments rather than dwelling on past mistakes, he offers a freeing path forward.
  
  
• Power of choice: His reminder that caring, protection, and heroism are conscious choices—not predetermined roles—underscores the empowering notion that each of us shapes our destiny.
  

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Summary Table of Wisdoms​

Quote Snippet	Core Message
“A hero is made in the moment…”	Live and act in the present.
“You spend so much time dwelling on the darkness…”	Let go of the past to see what matters now.
“We all choose our own fate.”	Heroism and identity stem from choices, not destiny.

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If you’d like, I can highlight more of Brainiac 5’s moments from Smallville or explore similar themes in other characters or shows. Just let me know!

You said:​

Rev Bem wisdoms from Andromeda

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Here’s a collection of some of the most memorable wisdom-filled quotes from Rev Bem in Andromeda, a character known for his deep insight and spiritual presence aboard the Andromeda Ascendant — along with thoughts from fans who appreciated his role:

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Memorable Quotes from Rev Bem​

• “While I admit the universe does have a sense of humor, I doubt very much this is a joke.”
  A wry, yet solemn acknowledgment of life's sometimes absurd challenges.
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• “Many [prayers], just not today.”
  A gentle expression of faith tested by patience—or perhaps disappointment.
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• “Providence chooses its instruments. Not the other way around. Fate brought you to that battle. Destiny demanded your actions. Perhaps you were merely a tool of Divine Will.”
  Reflects Rev Bem’s profound belief in purpose and the sometimes intangible nature of destiny.
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• “It's what I do.” (In response to Dylan asking if he’s there to give advice.)
  A quietly powerful statement defining Rev Bem’s role and identity.
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• “The Divine loves us best at our broken times.”
  A deeply moving reminder: in our most vulnerable moments, compassion—or the Divine—embraces us most fully.
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• “You don't have to forget. You don't even have to forgive. But you must look for the good in the beings you encounter. Otherwise, your restored Commonwealth will be founded on distrust, and it will be over before it even begins.”
  A profoundly wise call to optimism, cooperation, and foundational trust—vital for any society’s rebirth.
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• “You committed an act of mercy. You erred on the side of hope. And that is why you will win. There are no stronger weapons than mercy and hope.”
  A powerful declaration that ultimately, compassion and hope are among the most formidable strengths.
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• “We saved paradise… by introducing the serpent.”
  A cryptic, philosophical remark rich with meaning — perhaps an allusion to necessary disruption or awakening for growth.
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• “When the Divine opens a Way, who are we to question?”
  A surrender to faith, purpose, or fate—letting go of doubt when presented with a path forward.
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• “To call a thing a miracle is just another way of saying it's highly improbable.”
  A grounded, subtle redefinition of miracles—not as supernatural wonders, but as rare, astonishing events.
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• From the show’s lore: “The universe doesn’t always give you what you want. It gives you what you need.”
  Quoted by the crew, this encapsulates Rev Bem’s ethos: a nudge toward acceptance and recognition of life’s true offerings.
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Fan Reflections​

Even years after the show aired, fans still resonate deeply with Rev Bem’s character:

“Only Rev Bem treats him [Harper] a friend... with actual respect.”
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“I quite like the characters. And oh, I almost forgot... Rev Bem! I felt genuinely relieved and happy for him after he changed...”
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Why Rev Bem's Wisdom Resonates​

1. Compassion Amid Brutality
   As a Magog—naturally violent—Rev Bem countered his species’ instincts, choosing mercy, empathy, and faith. His very nature embodies the triumph of spirit over biology.
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2. Spiritual and Emotional Anchor
   Repeatedly, he offered solace, grounded advice, and spiritual reflection—something the crew (and viewers) desperately needed. His line, “It’s what I do,” became a defining testament to his purpose.
   
   
3. Ethical Courage over Force
   Whether advocating hope over aggression or finding good in others, Rev Bem urged moral strength as the foundation for rebuilding society. His guidance often cut deeper than any command or battle.

The last wisdom I found is realizing that negative thinking is completely useless. Like feeling it's not gonna work out or you're not good enough. It's useless thinking.

 

[Morell]

(joke)
Brainiac... Kal-El...

Omg! You're Superman!

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Jokes aside, first, points down for using AI to generate part of your answer. Second, I don't see how that collection of quotes and comments explains the darkness.