“Generating a Self-Fulfilling Prophecy” with Meg Raphoon
We will examine the careers of various magic practitioners and build from their systems and formulas that brought them sustained success (and downfalls). Tadeáš Hájek, a naturalist, physician, and astronomer in the late 16th century who fashioned his career using hermetic philosophies to move up the social ladder becoming a knight of the Holy Roman Empire. We will examine careers like his and modern success stories through the lens of alchemical and astronomical practices to uncover how the lived practice of hermetic magic results in success and elevation of status and power.