Witches Riding…Brooms?
There are images, even behaviors, we sometimes experience on a superficial level that often have deeper, more spiritual origins. An example of this is a... Read more
Hestia vs. Aphrodite: Cognitive Dissonance
Exploring the archetypal influence of Hestia and Aphrodite on men and women and the resulting potential for cognitive dissonance within each of us and our relationships.
Romantic Love: Hearts on Fire
Do you see yourself as a lover of love but seem to always seem to end up being hurt and disappointed by your lovers? Or,... Read more
The Fuck Doll Fantasy – Exploring the Layers
I am endlessly fascinated by the psychology of sexual fantasies. One in particular – the Fuck Doll fantasy – has captured my imagination and I’d... Read more
Cock Cage – Achilles Last Stand
I look at this male chastity device (aka, cock cage) and am drawn to its inherent contrast. Cold, hard steel designed to cage hot, soft... Read more
The Seven Loves – An Introduction
What is love? This post briefly explores the seven forms of love though the "Triangle of Love" theory. By understanding the "forms" we are able to see and anticipate the progression of love though different stages.
Dance of the Maenad
Ecstatic dance, as a spiritual movement, is increasing in popularity. However, it is an ancient ritual and one used by the Maenads millenniums ago.
Dionysus – Calling (Erotic Video & Digital Art)
The dream of Dionysus represents the dancing universe and ceaseless flow of energy that unites us with one another and the universe. To touch Dionysus... Read more
Courtly Love
In ancient times and throughout the middle ages in Europe, marriages were often arranged by families for their children and had little to do with... Read more
Origin – Shadow (A Mother’s Suicide)
We are all on a heroic journey, and every journey has its origin. This is mine. In this post I explore a childhood event through the concepts of shadows and persona.
Michael’s Cream – Best of 2019
As we come to end of 2019 I’d like to reflect on this year’s journey. While I have written a great deal about psychology, spirituality,... Read more
Dionysus – Cock Worship & Inversion
In ancient Greece, the erect phallus was worshipped as a symbol of Dionysus. Explore the psychology behind this practice.
Naughty Angel (Render)
Naughty Angel speaks to the psychology of contrast, duality, and breaking free of social conventions. The erotic rush associated with breaking from societal norms is part... Read more
Dionysus – The Rise and Fall (and Rise)
Disclaimer: My exploration of the rise and fall of Dionysus is a work in progress. While it necessarily touches on religion (Greek mythology and Christianity),... Read more
Dionysus – An Introduction
The ancient Greeks left us with spectacular architectural design, art, literature, and philosophy that still influence us some 2,500+ years later. But, what of their... Read more