The Enchanted Initiate
A Journal of Traditional Symbolism, Hermeticism & the Occult Sciences

Mental Transformation

Mental Transmutation is the practice of changing one's own mental states or influencing the states of others through the Hermetic Arts. This can be done through earnest desire, will, and specific treatments.

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

The Principle of Polarity allows for the use of mental force in both positive and negative ways, essential for both good and evil in Mental Transmutation.

Change→Concept

Change is central to the practice of Mental Transmutation, allowing for the transmutation of mental states and material conditions.

TreatmentsSubstance

Treatments are a key component in the process of Mental Transmutation, used to change or influence mental states or material conditions.

AffirmationsSubstance

Affirmations are affirmations used in Mental Transmutation to assert desired mental states or changes.

DenialsSubstance

Denials are used in Mental Transmutation to negate unwanted mental states or changes.

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

Mental TransformationthroughPolarityilluminatesAlchemy →
I. Mental Transformation & Polarity

The Principle of Polarity allows for the use of mental force in both positive and negative ways, essential for both good and evil in Mental Transmutation.

II. Polarity & Alchemy

The Principle of Polarity plays a significant role in alchemy, guiding the transmutation of elements and substances, as it highlights the duality and transformation of higher and lower forces.

Mental TransformationthroughChangeilluminatesSpirit →
I. Mental Transformation & Change

Change is central to the practice of Mental Transmutation, allowing for the transmutation of mental states and material conditions.

II. Change & Spirit

Spirit is a concept that endures beyond physical change, suggesting an eternal component in the life cycle.

Mental TransformationthroughPolarityilluminatesAll →
I. Mental Transformation & Polarity

The Principle of Polarity allows for the use of mental force in both positive and negative ways, essential for both good and evil in Mental Transmutation.

II. Polarity & All

The Principle of Polarity is a manifestation of The All, highlighting the duality and interdependence of the higher and lower forces, essential for the creation of the universe.

Mental TransformationthroughPolarityilluminatesDeath →
I. Mental Transformation & Polarity

The Principle of Polarity allows for the use of mental force in both positive and negative ways, essential for both good and evil in Mental Transmutation.

II. Polarity & Death

The Principle of Polarity plays a significant role in understanding death, presenting it not as an endpoint, but as a transformative and dualistic part of the cycle of existence. This principle emphasizes the interrelation between life and death, viewing death as a birth to a new state of existence. In this context, death is perceived as a transitional phase, reflecting the complex duality inherent in human experience. This conceptual framework suggests that beyond the physical cessation of life, death serves as a gateway to a new phase, symbolizing renewal and transformation. Thus, in the scope of Polarity, both life and death are understood as interwoven, complementary aspects of an overarching existence, where death's ultimate reality is seen as a mere transition rather than annihilation.

Mental TransformationthroughPolarityilluminatesMatter →
I. Mental Transformation & Polarity

The Principle of Polarity allows for the use of mental force in both positive and negative ways, essential for both good and evil in Mental Transmutation.

II. Polarity & Matter

Matter, like Energy, can be influenced by the Principle of Polarity, undergoing transformations based on dual states

Mental TransformationthroughPolarityilluminatesKybalion →
I. Mental Transformation & Polarity

The Principle of Polarity allows for the use of mental force in both positive and negative ways, essential for both good and evil in Mental Transmutation.

II. Polarity & Kybalion

The Kybalion teaches the principle of Polarity as part of Hermetic principles

Mental TransformationthroughPolarityilluminatesMaster →
I. Mental Transformation & Polarity

The Principle of Polarity allows for the use of mental force in both positive and negative ways, essential for both good and evil in Mental Transmutation.

II. Polarity & Master

The concept of Polarity is integral to the Master, as demonstrated through their understanding and application of higher forces against lower ones, illustrating the balance and interplay of opposites. This mastery extends beyond mere observation, encompassing the deeper understanding of duality within the universe and the ability to apply higher laws to transcend and overcome lower limitations. Through these practices, the Master exemplifies the harmonization of opposing forces, highlighting the interconnection and balance between diverse elements in the cosmos.

Mental TransformationthroughPolarityilluminatesHermetic Teachings →
I. Mental Transformation & Polarity

The Principle of Polarity allows for the use of mental force in both positive and negative ways, essential for both good and evil in Mental Transmutation.

II. Polarity & Hermetic Teachings

Hermetic Teachings explain and reconcile the apparent opposites of free will and determinism

Mental TransformationthroughChangeilluminatesResurrection →
I. Mental Transformation & Change

Change is central to the practice of Mental Transmutation, allowing for the transmutation of mental states and material conditions.

II. Change & Resurrection

Resurrection is a form of change that occurs beyond the physical cycle, underlining a deep conceptual relationship.

Mental TransformationthroughPolarityilluminatesReligion →
I. Mental Transformation & Polarity

The Principle of Polarity allows for the use of mental force in both positive and negative ways, essential for both good and evil in Mental Transmutation.

II. Polarity & Religion

Religion, as an expression of reverence for the All, embodies the principle of Polarity, recognizing the duality and interdependence of the higher and lower forces within the context of ultimate truth.| The concept of Polarity is related to Religion in that it demonstrates the duality of experience and understanding, with Religion expressing respect and reverence for the ultimate truth.