Jason Miller, occultist, author, and teacher, discusses authenticity in the occult, levels of magical practitioners, effectiveness of cursing vs praying for enemies, his passion for the occult, astral awakening, protection magic, occult protection for political candidates, and extending magical protection.
Motivations for practicing magic vary, but what keeps people going is more important.
Having realistic expectations and understanding the limits of magic is crucial for effective practice.
Offensive magic may have an impact, but its effectiveness depends on various factors and operates within certain boundaries.
Deep dives
Different motivations for getting into magic
People have various motivations for getting into magic, ranging from hedonistic desires to a deep calling from the spirit. Motivations can also be driven by popularity or disillusionment with one's religion of birth. While initial motivations are diverse, what keeps people going in their practice is more crucial.
The reality of magic and managing expectations
Magic is real, but it works like other real things. Unrealistic expectations, such as expecting immediate and drastic results from spells, can lead to disappointment. It is important to have a realistic understanding of how magic operates and align expectations with what is feasible.
The effectiveness of offensive magic
Offensive magic, including curses or spells against specific individuals or situations, can have some impact, but it is often not enough to be strongly noticeable. The effectiveness of such magic depends on various factors, including understanding the targets and influencing their decision-making. It is important to remember that magic, like other real things, operates within certain boundaries.
Experiences and fascination with magic
The speaker shares their personal experiences as a child, where they sensed the presence of beings and had moments of visitation. They became fascinated with magic and started practicing by reading books on tarot and other occult topics. They noticed some success with small spells and became intrigued by the power of magic and how it could affect reality.
Factors influencing success in magic
The speaker discusses factors that can influence success in magic and how talent alone is not always a determining factor. They mention that some people may have a natural talent for certain aspects of magic, but that practice and engagement are crucial for growth. They also emphasize the importance of discernment and the need to cut through low-level experiences to achieve meaningful results. Additionally, they note that external factors, such as the opposition faced or the protection magic employed by others, can impact the effectiveness of magical operations.
In this episode I am joined by Jason Miller, occultist, author, and teacher.
Jason discusses how to judge authenticity in the occult, considers the different levels of magickal practitioner in the world today, and whether it is more efficacious to curse your enemies or to pray for them.
Jason also reveals the origin and unfolding of his passion for the occult, considers the role of talent in successful spell casting, and recounts his astral awakening.
Jason also shares the art of protection magick, gives his advice on occult protection for political candidates, and explains the steps he would take to extend magickal protection for a client if hired to do so.
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Video version: https://www.guruviking.com/podcast/ep235-strategic-sorcery-jason-miller
Also available on Youtube, iTunes, & Spotify – search ‘Guru Viking Podcast’.
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Topics Include:
00:00 - Intro
00:50 - Dilettantes and the spirit of the age
05:03 - Levels of magickal practitioner in the world
08:01 - How to judge authenticity
11:35 - Holding claims to account
15:38 - Results now or over lifetimes?
20:50 - Jason’s passion for the occult
25:53 - Professionalising one’s meditation practice
28:20 - Jason’s priorities
29:34 - A major flaw in today’s meditation teachings
31:52 - Shambala’s marketing campaign
34:01 - Effects of advanced practice on negative emotions
36:46 - Kunzang Dorje’s human failings
38:41 - The origin of Jason’s fascination with magick
39:24 - Visitation experiences
41:08 - Discovering an aptitude for magick
44:04 - Early success with spells
45:20 - Summoning spirits and other early studies
51:09 - Jason’s astral awakening
53:49 - Jason’s father’s psychic experiences
55:49 - The role of natural talent in magick
01:02:44 - Delusions about meditation skill
01:05:08 - The importance of practicing idle time
01:10:23 - Steve’s śamatha practice
01:12:07 - Why do people study magick?
01:18:00 - Feeling the call to be spiritual
01:18:39 - How magic really works
01:22:24 - Wiccans against Trump
01:26:20 - Curse your enemies or pray for them?
01:31:17 - Jason’s advice on magickal protection for political candidates
01:36:38 - What Jason would do if hired to protect a politician
01:41:07 - Isolating the workings from your environment
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To find out more about Jason Miller, visit:
- https://strategicsorcery.net/
For more interviews, videos, and more visit:
- https://www.guruviking.com
Music ‘Deva Dasi’ by Steve James
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