Exploring Polarity and Gender in Magic

The podcast episode features a discussion on the book 'Bending the Binary, Polarity Magic, and a Non-binary World' with author Debra Lipp. The book examines the concept of polarity in magic and challenges the gender essentialist notions often associated with it. Lipp defines polarity as an energetic exchange between complementary components of the universe and highlights how gender is just one example of polarity. She emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and creating space for queer and non-binary practitioners in magical traditions that often stress gender polarity. Lipp also provides rituals, journal prompts, and meditation exercises for exploring different polarities, such as self and other, dominance and submission, and day and night. The book aims to empower readers by showing that polarity magic can be adapted and practiced by a diverse range of individuals.