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The Shits & The Johnsons
In the metaphysics of science fiction author W.S. Burroughs, there are only two types of people in the world – Shits and Johnsons. Johnsons mind their own business, and are generous, helpful and kind, with no thought of reward; Shits … Continue reading
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Tagged Burroughs, demiurge, dualism, Gnosticism, psychosis
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Emotional Plague
In the psychological system of Wilhelm Reich, the "emotional plague" exists as a sort of mental disease which spreads throughout societies whose members are genitally blocked, i.e., incapable of genuine, healthy sexual love or expression. Hating life, creativity and freedom, … Continue reading
Right Man
A theory of human behavior which originated with science fiction author A.E. Van Vogt and was developed by Colin Wilson in his "Criminal History of Mankind." In Wilson’s view, the "Right Man" represents a psychological type who is, at the … Continue reading