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<p>Episode Notes</p>
<p><strong>Argüelles, José.</strong> <em>The Transformative Vision: Reflections on the Nature and History of Human Expression.</em> Shambhala Publications, 1975.
Overview of transformative visions, including thoughtforms and emanations in various cultural contexts.
URL:<strong>Bibliography on Tulpas</strong></p>
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<li><strong>Argüelles, José.</strong> <em>The Transformative Vision: Reflections on the Nature and History of Human Expression.</em> Shambhala Publications, 1975.<ul>
<li>Overview of transformative visions, including thoughtforms and emanations in various cultural contexts.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.shambhala.com/the-transformative-vision.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.shambhala.com/the-transformative-vision.html</a></li>
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<li><strong>Besant, Annie, and Charles Leadbeater.</strong> <em>Thought-Forms.</em> Theosophical Publishing House, 1901.<ul>
<li>A foundational text in Theosophy discussing the creation of thought-forms through mental and spiritual effort.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16269" rel="nofollow">https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16269</a></li>
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<li><strong>Evans-Wentz, W. Y.</strong> <em>The Tibetan Book of the Dead: Or, The After-Death Experiences on the Bardo Plane.</em> Oxford University Press, 1927.<ul>
<li>A seminal translation of Tibetan texts, offering insights into the concept of emanations and thoughtforms.</li>
<li><a href="https://archive.org/details/TheTibetanBookOfTheDead" rel="nofollow">https://archive.org/details/TheTibetanBookOfTheDead</a></li>
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<li><strong>Jung, Carl G.</strong> <em>Psychology and the Occult.</em> Princeton University Press, 1977.<ul>
<li>Explores Jung’s theories on the psyche and its connection to occult phenomena, including thoughtforms and archetypes.</li>
<li><a href="https://press.princeton.edu/books/paperback/9780691017914/psychology-and-the-occult" rel="nofollow">https://press.princeton.edu/books/paperback/9780691017914/psychology-and-the-occult</a></li>
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<li><strong>Lal, K. S.</strong> <em>Mystical and Paranormal Phenomena: Comparative Analysis of Religious and Occult Experiences.</em> Sagar Publications, 1990.<ul>
<li>Examines the similarities between religious experiences and occult practices, with a section on Tulpas and thoughtforms.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.exoticindiaart.com/book/details/mystical-and-paranormal-phenomena-comparative-analysis-of-religious-and-occult-experiences-IDF303/" rel="nofollow">https://www.exoticindiaart.com/book/details/mystical-and-paranormal-phenomena-comparative-analysis-of-religious-and-occult-experiences-IDF303/</a></li>
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<li><strong>Macy, Joanna.</strong> <em>Mutual Causality in Buddhism and General Systems Theory: The Dharma of Natural Systems.</em> SUNY Press, 1991.<ul>
<li>Discusses the interconnection of all things, including the creation of Tulpas as a manifestation of collective thoughts and energies.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.sunypress.edu/p-1377-mutual-causality-in-buddhism-and.aspx" rel="nofollow">https://www.sunypress.edu/p-1377-mutual-causality-in-buddhism-and.aspx</a></li>
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<li><strong>Noble, Vicki.</strong> <em>Shakti Woman: Feeling Our Fire, Healing Our World.</em> HarperOne, 1991.<ul>
<li>Focuses on the power of female spirituality, including the ability to manifest thoughtforms through collective intention.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.harpercollins.com/products/shakti-woman-vicki-noble" rel="nofollow">https://www.harpercollins.com/products/shakti-woman-vicki-noble</a></li>
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<li><strong>Richardson, Neville.</strong> <em>Tulpa: Thought Forms and Their Impact on Paranormal Phenomena.</em> Paranormal Research Society, 2015.<ul>
<li>A detailed exploration of how Tulpas may explain certain paranormal activities and experiences.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.paranormalresearchsociety.org/tulpa-thought-forms-book" rel="nofollow">https://www.paranormalresearchsociety.org/tulpa-thought-forms-book</a></li>
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<li><strong>Trungpa, Chögyam.</strong> <em>The Tibetan Book of the Dead: Commentary and Teachings by Chögyam Trungpa.</em> Shambhala Publications, 1975.<ul>
<li>Commentary on the traditional Tibetan text with insights into the creation of thoughtforms.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.shambhala.com/the-tibetan-book-of-the-dead.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.shambhala.com/the-tibetan-book-of-the-dead.html</a></li>
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<li><strong>Walker, Barbara G.</strong> <em>The Woman’s Dictionary of Symbols and Sacred Objects.</em> Harper & Row, 1988.<ul>
<li>Includes entries on Tulpas and thoughtforms, exploring their symbolism in various cultures.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.harpercollins.com/products/the-womans-dictionary-of-symbols-and-sacred-objects-barbara-g-walker" rel="nofollow">https://www.harpercollins.com/products/the-womans-dictionary-of-symbols-and-sacred-objects-barbara-g-walker</a></li>
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<li><strong>Wentz, W. Y. Evans (Editor).</strong> <em>Tibetan Yoga and Secret Doctrines.</em> Oxford University Press, 1935.<ul>
<li>Collection of Tibetan texts including teachings on Tulpas and their creation.</li>
<li><a href="https://archive.org/details/in.ernet.dli.2015.131022" rel="nofollow">https://archive.org/details/in.ernet.dli.2015.131022</a></li>
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<li><strong>Young, David E.</strong> <em>Tibetan Buddhism in Western Perspective: Reflections on the Role of the West in Tibetan Studies.</em> State University of New York Press, 1992.<ul>
<li>An analysis of how Tibetan concepts like Tulpas have been adapted in the West.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.sunypress.edu/p-1635-tibetan-buddhism-in-western-per.aspx" rel="nofollow">https://www.sunypress.edu/p-1635-tibetan-buddhism-in-western-per.aspx</a></li>
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<li><strong>Zaleski, Carol.</strong> <em>Otherworld Journeys: Accounts of Near-Death Experience in Medieval and Modern Times.</em> Oxford University Press, 1987.<ul>
<li>Investigates near-death experiences and their relation to thoughtforms, including Tulpas.</li>
<li><a href="https://global.oup.com/academic/product/otherworld-journeys-9780195040998" rel="nofollow">https://global.oup.com/academic/product/otherworld-journeys-9780195040998</a></li>
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<h3><strong>Web Resources and Articles</strong></h3>
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<li><strong>Baker, Jennifer.</strong> "What is a Tulpa?" <em>Learn Religions</em>, 2020.<ul>
<li>A detailed article exploring the concept of Tulpas from its origins to modern interpretations.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.learnreligions.com/what-is-a-tulpa-4773815" rel="nofollow">https://www.learnreligions.com/what-is-a-tulpa-4773815</a></li>
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<li><strong>Brandon, Brian.</strong> "Tulpas: The Paranormal Thoughtform Explained." <em>The Ghost In My Machine</em>, 2018.<ul>
<li>Explains how Tulpas are believed to manifest and their place in paranormal studies.</li>
<li><a href="https://theghostinmymachine.com/2018/07/23/tulpas-paranormal-thoughtform-explained-origin-theories-modern-examples/" rel="nofollow">https://theghostinmymachine.com/2018/07/23/tulpas-paranormal-thoughtform-explained-origin-theories-modern-examples/</a></li>
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<li><strong>Giebel, R.</strong> "Tulpas and Thoughtforms: A Study in Tibetan Mysticism." <em>Lion's Roar</em>, 2019.<ul>
<li>An article delving into the Tibetan roots of Tulpas and their role in mysticism.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.lionsroar.com/tulpas-and-thoughtforms/" rel="nofollow">https://www.lionsroar.com/tulpas-and-thoughtforms/</a></li>
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<li><strong>Horsley, Jake.</strong> "The Tulpa Effect: Creating Realities Through Thought." <em>The Unreal Universe</em>, 2021.<ul>
<li>Discusses how collective belief and imagination might give rise to real entities, known as Tulpas.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.unrealuniverse.com/the-tulpa-effect-creating-realities-through-thought/" rel="nofollow">https://www.unrealuniverse.com/the-tulpa-effect-creating-realities-through-thought/</a></li>
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<li><strong>Huff, Michael.</strong> "The Evolution of Tulpas in the Western Imagination." <em>Paranormal Encyclopedia</em>, 2017.<ul>
<li>Explores how the concept of Tulpas has evolved in Western esotericism and paranormal studies.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.paranormalencyclopedia.org/tulpas-western-evolution" rel="nofollow">https://www.paranormalencyclopedia.org/tulpas-western-evolution</a></li>
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<li><strong>Kean, Leslie.</strong> "The Phenomenon of Tulpas: Fictional Beings Brought to Life." <em>HuffPost</em>, 2019.<ul>
<li>An overview of the phenomenon of Tulpas, examining real-life cases and psychological theories.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/the-phenomenon-of-tulpas_b_7929672" rel="nofollow">https://www.huffpost.com/entry/the-phenomenon-of-tulpas_b_7929672</a></li>
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<li><strong>Smith, Nicholas.</strong> "Tulpas in Popular Culture: From Tibetan Buddhism to the Internet Age." <em>Atlas Obscura</em>, 2020.<ul>
<li>An exploration of how Tulpas have been represented in popular culture and the digital age.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/what-is-a-tulpa" rel="nofollow">https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/what-is-a-tulpa</a></li>
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<li><strong>Yaden, David.</strong> "Tulpa: The Power of Thought in Tibetan Buddhism and Beyond." <em>Scientific American</em>, 2018.<ul>
<li>An article discussing the psychological aspects of Tulpas and their significance in Tibetan Buddhism.</li>
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<h2><a href="https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/tulpa-the-power-of-thought-in-tibetan-buddhism-and-beyond/" rel="nofollow">https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/tulpa-the-power-of-thought-in-tibetan-buddhism-and-beyond/</a></h2>
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