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Folk belief

Fortune tellers on social media: signs that someone is selling fear rather than sharing knowledge

Fortune telling on social media is booming and causing negative impacts. This article analyzes common psychological techniques to identify those selling fear rather than sharing knowledge.

Folk divination

Why young people seek fortune tellers: pressure, uncertainty and the psychology of the Barnum effect

An analysis of why young people turn to fortune telling, tarot and astrology: life pressure, a sense of uncertainty and psychological mechanisms such as the Barnum effect, along with the risks to note.

Glossary

What is Ngũ Hành?

The Five Elements is a system of five categories, Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth, in Eastern philosophy, used to explain the relationships and transformations of phenomena through the cycles of generation and overcoming.

Glossary

What is Kinh Dịch?

The I Ching (Book of Changes) is an ancient Chinese philosophical and divination system based on 64 hexagrams formed from the eight trigrams (Bagua), interpreting the laws of change in the universe and all things.

I Ching

Applying the I Ching in Your Career: A Compass for the Modern Gentleman

Discover how to apply the wisdom of the I Ching to your career: from understanding the 64 hexagrams as 64 archetypal situations to cultivating the qualities of a noble person and the 'spirit of the well' for sustainable growth.

Glossary

What is Tarot?

Tarot is a system of 78 cards, commonly used in divination and spiritual counseling to reflect situations, trends, and inner lessons.

Tarot

The History of Tarot: From 15th-Century Italian Playing Cards to an Occult Tool

Discover the real history of Tarot cards, from 15th-century Italian noble playing cards to their transformation into an occult divination tool in 18th-19th century France and England.

Folk divination

Kieu Fortune Telling at Tet: When the Tale of Kieu Becomes a Message of New Year Luck

Discover the tradition of Kieu fortune telling during Tet, a unique cultural beauty of the Vietnamese people. Learn about its origins, methods, and why the Tale of Kieu is seen as a message of luck for the new year.

Psychology

Confirmation Bias: Why We Remember the Fortuneteller's Hits and Forget Every Miss

Confirmation bias explains why we remember accurate fortune-telling and forget the misses. A look at its definition, mechanisms, illusory correlation, and self-checks.

Physiognomy

The Head Line in Palmistry , Meaning and How to Read It

The Head Line is one of the three major palm lines, reflecting intellect, thinking ability, and problem-solving style. This article analyzes its meaning, variations, and how to read it objectively.

Western cartomancy

Cartomancy – 52-Card Playing Card Divination: Origins, Principles, and How It Differs from Tarot

Cartomancy is the art of divination using an ordinary 52-card deck, rooted in European folk and Romani tradition, existing independently of, and largely predating, Tarot's use for fortune-telling.

Physiognomy

The Heart Line in Palmistry , Meaning and How to Read It

Explore the meaning of the heart line in palmistry: its position, length, shape, and variations and how they influence your emotional and romantic life.

Vietnamese astrology

The Property Palace in Zi Wei Dou Shu , Meaning and Interpretation

Explore the deep meaning of the Property Palace in Zi Wei Dou Shu: symbols of real estate, connection to ancestors, family, and how to interpret it based on Major Stars.

Physiognomy

Moles on the Cheekbone: Meaning in Folk Physiognomy

Explore the meaning of cheekbone moles in folk physiognomy: location, color, shape, and their impact on personality, career, and love life for both men and women.

Physiognomy

What Science Says About Face Reading: From 19th-Century Criminal Physiognomy to Modern Research

How does science view face reading? From 19th-century criminal anthropology to modern psychology, plus the misconceptions to avoid.

I Ching

Decoding the Hexagram Ze Lei Sui (Following) in the I Ching: Structure and Lessons

Explore the structure of the hexagram Ze Lei Sui (Following, #17) in the I Ching, along with profound lessons on following, leadership, and adaptation.

Ethnic minority customs

Chicken Feet Divination at Tet: The Custom of Predicting Crop Fortune Among Ethnic Minorities

Discover the custom of chicken feet divination during Tet and the new rice ceremony of ethnic minorities, a beautiful spiritual cultural trait linked to hopes for a bountiful harvest.

I Ching

Hexagram 23 (Bo / Splitting Apart) - Meaning and Application in the I Ching

Explore Hexagram 23 (Bo / Splitting Apart) in the I Ching: the symbol of the mountain over the earth, stripping, decline, and lessons on humility and adapting to overcome difficult periods.

I Ching

The Water-Earth Bi Hexagram in the 64 I Ching Hexagrams: Origins, Meaning, and Practical Applications

Explore the Water-Earth Bi Hexagram (Hexagram Bi) in the I Ching: its origins, structure, symbolic meaning, hexagram text, and applications in life, career, and relationships.

Folk divination

Cold reading: The technique that makes a vague statement sound like it hits your private life

Cold reading is a psychological technique that exploits body language, double-edged statements, and the Barnum effect to turn vague statements into the feeling of being accurately read.

Folk divination

What Palm Reading Is: How Palm Lines Are Read and Why They Cannot Predict the Future

Learn what palm reading is, how the main palm lines are read, and why science shows they cannot predict the future.

Tarot

Tarot Five of Swords , Symbolism and In-Depth Meaning

Explore the symbolism and in-depth meaning of the Five of Swords Tarot card: conflict, defeat, hollow victory, and the path to healing.

I Ching

The Hexagram Heaven and Lake Treading (䷉) in the 64 Hexagrams of the I Ching: Origins, Meaning, and Practical Applications

Explore the hexagram Heaven and Lake Treading (䷉), the 10th hexagram of the I Ching: its origins, structure, symbolic meaning of caution, propriety, and practical lessons for modern life.

Physiognomy

Palmistry: A Branch of Folk Physiognomy Through the Lines on the Palm

Explore the origins, meanings of major palm lines, how palm lines change over time, and an objective perspective on this branch of folk physiognomy.

Astrology

The 10th House , Career in Astrology: Meaning and Application

Explore the meaning of the 10th house in astrology: the realm of career, reputation, and life goals. Learn how to interpret your chart through signs, planets, and aspects.

I Ching

Hexagram 28 Da Quo (Great Exceeding) - Meaning and Application in the I Ching

Explore hexagram 28 Da Quo (Great Exceeding) in the I Ching: structure, philosophical meaning, guidance for handling extraordinary pressure, and modern applications.

Vietnamese astrology

Quan Dai Star in the Trường Sinh Cycle: Meaning at Each Stage of the Destiny Chart

Explore the Quan Dai star in the Trường Sinh cycle: a symbol of maturity, fame, and authority. This article analyzes its detailed meaning when positioned in different palaces of a Tử Vi chart.

I Ching

Decoding Hexagram 19 (Lin) in the I Ching - Structure and Lessons

Explore the structure of Hexagram 19 (Lin) in the I Ching: the meaning of its lines, the interaction between Earth and Lake, and practical lessons on leadership, nurturing, and sustainable growth.

I Ching

Hexagram Mountain over Water (Meng) in the I Ching: The Origin and Meaning of Innocence

Explore Hexagram 4 (Mountain over Water) in the I Ching: its origin from the combination of Water (Kan) and Mountain (Gen), the meaning of innocence, the stage of enlightenment, and guidance on how to act when facing immaturity and ignorance.

Vietnamese astrology

Thien Dieu Star in the Four Peach Blossom Stars of Zi Wei Dou Shu

Discover Thien Dieu, one of the Four Peach Blossom Stars in Zi Wei Dou Shu. Learn about its meaning, personality traits, romantic destiny, and a multidimensional view of this 'malignant' peach blossom star.

Folk divination

The Hà Nhì custom of reading pig liver to predict fortune at the beginning of the year

Explore the Hà Nhì custom of reading pig liver to predict fortune at the beginning of the year: origins, practice, cultural significance, and an objective perspective in modern times.

Folk divination

Seven Common Misconceptions When Reading Your Own Palm, and Where Folk Books Contradict Each Other

An analysis of seven common misconceptions when reading your own palm, the contradictions between folk schools, and an objective, scientific view of palmistry.

I Ching

Hexagram Fire and Thunder, Biting Through - Meaning and Application in the I Ching

Explore Hexagram 21 (Fire and Thunder, Biting Through) in the I Ching: its image, meaning regarding law and overcoming obstacles, and how to apply its advice to work, relationships, and important decisions.

Tarot

Can Tarot "Predict" the Future? A Perspective on the Limits of a Reflective Tool

Explore the true nature of Tarot: can it truly predict the future or is it merely a mirror reflecting the mind? This article analyzes the history, mechanics, and limits of the 78-card deck.

I Ching

The Water Heaven Xu Hexagram in the 64 Hexagrams of the I Ching: Origins, Meaning, and Practical Lessons

Discover the Water Heaven Xu hexagram (hexagram 5) in the I Ching: its origins, structure, deep philosophical meaning about waiting and patience, and practical lessons for modern life.

I Ching

The Wind Heaven Xiao Xu Hexagram in the 64 Hexagrams of the I Ching: Origins, Meaning, and Lessons in Conduct

Explore the Wind Heaven Xiao Xu hexagram (Hexagram 9) in the I Ching: its origins, structure, symbolic meaning, detailed interpretation, and practical lessons on patience and accumulation in life.

Folk divination

Reading the Whole Hand Instead of Individual Lines: How the Five Major Lines Relate When Read Together

A practical guide to reading the whole hand instead of isolated lines: how to observe the five major lines, how they relate, and a step-by-step self-reflection process.

Vietnamese astrology

Thien Viet Star: Position, Meaning and Role among the Six Auspicious Stars in Zi Wei Dou Shu

Discover Thien Viet star, one of the Six Auspicious Stars in Zi Wei Dou Shu: origin, placement, meaning in different palaces, and influence when combined with other stars.

BaZi

The Ten Gods in Bát Tự: Meaning of the Ten Deity Stars in Four Pillars Astrology

A guide to the Ten Gods (Thập Thần) in Bát Tự Four Pillars astrology, what each of the ten stars represents and how they shape personality, career, and relationships.

Astrology

The Moon in Astrology , Meaning and Influence on the Birth Chart

Explore the role of the Moon in astrology: representing emotions, subconscious, and instincts. Learn how the Moon's position influences your birth chart and personality.