What is the (xmas) devil? (part two)
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Episode Summary: Krampus, Christmas Chaos, and Unhooking the Chains Originally recorded in 2022 for Luchiana’s Occultist Yule series on Patreon, this festive and feral follow-up to Part 1 explores the Devil tarot card through the lens of Christmas, Krampus, chaos, and personal autonomy. Inside this episode: → Why the Devil card is secretly a holiday card (and why it makes sense) → Krampus as the goat-demon son of the Norse goddess Hel—who steals children in the night → Christmas parties, primal selves, and year-end shadow expression → How social obligations, family expectations, and gift guilt mirror the Devil’s illusion of chains → A much-needed reminder: You can unhook yourself any time Whether you’re navigating chaos with grace or wondering how to say “no” with your whole chest, this episode offers catharsis, cultural folklore, and a permission slip to break the rules of the season. 🎄 Bonus: office parties gone wild, pomegranate juice, and devilish meditations... Connect with me Get my newsletters on substack Get access to 5 years worth of my work on Patreon Sources & Things Mentioned: Krampus - Britannica Goddess Hel - Britannica Meet Krampus - History.com Who is Krampus? - National Geographic
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