https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/ 2026-04-05T10:41:30+00:00 https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/ https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/_media/logo.png text/html 2023-12-12T19:04:43+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/access_to_psychedelics?rev=1702407883&do=diff Where, or How Can I Obtain Access to Psychedelics for my Own Use? Disclaimer The information provided in this article is intended for informational purposes only. We do not endorse or condone any illegal activity related to the acquisition or use of psychedelics. The exploration of these substances involves legal, ethical, and personal considerations that vary by jurisdiction. Readers are strongly advised to familiarize themselves with and adhere to the relevant laws and regulations in their r… text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/ayahuasca?rev=1700781645&do=diff Ayahuasca, Iowaska, Yagé, vine of the soul, (Banisteriopsis caapi), is a vine endemic to the Amazon basin, containing monoamine oxidase inhibiting (MAOI) indole alkaloids known as beta-carbolines, including harmaline, harmine (aka telepathine), and text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/beltane?rev=1700781645&do=diff Beltane, May Day, Lei Day, is celebrated on May 1st, and marks the half-way point between Spring and Summer in the Northern Hemisphere. Typical celebrations include bonfires and dancing around a May Pole. text/html 2023-11-21T03:53:28+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/blog?rev=1700538808&do=diff text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/cannabis?rev=1700781645&do=diff Cannabis, also known as marijuana among several other names,[n 1] is a preparation of the Cannabis plant intended for use as a psychoactive drug or medicine.[12][13][14] The main psychoactive part of cannabis is tetrahydrocannabinol (THC); one of 483 known compounds in the plant,[15] including at least 65 other cannabinoids.[16] Cannabis can be used by smoking, vaporization, within food, or as an extract.[17] text/html 2024-05-25T17:44:55+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/contact?rev=1716659095&do=diff Contact Us Use this form to contact us and we'll do our best to get back to you as soon as we can. Ask us anything about psychedelics, or the Toronto Psychedelic Society, and feel free to tell us a little about yourself, and your interest in psychedelics. text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/datura?rev=1700781645&do=diff Datura, Dhattura, toluaca, also Brugmansia (”tree datura”, Toé, Floripondio, Wantuk, Guanto, Huantug), a deliriant in the Solanaceae (nightshade) family, which includes tomatoes, potatoes, eggplants, peppers, tobacco, petunias, as well as mandrake, belladonna, and henbane. The effects primarily come from the tropane alkaloids atropine, scopolamine and hyoscyamine, which are classified as anticholinergics or antimuscarinics, and can last between 8 and 18 hours. These plants have a long history of… text/html 2023-12-12T19:14:25+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/disclaimer?rev=1702408465&do=diff Disclaimer The user of this website acknowledges and accepts the responsibility to independently assess the accuracy, completeness, and usefulness of any information, opinion, advice, statement, or other content available through this site. While every effort is made to provide accurate information, users agree to assume all risks concerning the quality and accuracy of the supplied information. All material is presented 'as is' without any warranty, and users are encouraged to cross-verify info… text/html 2023-12-15T19:59:48+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/dosing?rev=1702670388&do=diff Dosing Psychedelics The type of psychedelic experience is heavily influenced by the dose taken, as well as the set and setting. There are many terms used to describe a particular size of dose, often based on the intended purpose, but they typically refer to a range of dose since everyone's sensitivity is different. It is recommended to err on the side of caution, and start with a smaller dose. text/html 2026-03-06T03:37:28+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/drudaosha?rev=1772768248&do=diff Drudaosha: Connection, Integration, and Unity Drudaosha is a spiritual path rooted in the recognition that life unfolds through living cycles of connection, transformation, and awakening. Rather than following a linear progression toward enlightenment, the path is understood as a spiral — each turn deepening awareness, compassion, and harmony with the greater web of existence. text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/ergot?rev=1700781645&do=diff Welcome to the Entheogenic Research Guild Of Toronto! This site is dedicated to the research of entheogens (“God within us”) -- psychoactive plants and substances which induce an altered state of mind, conducive to both deep inward contemplation, as well as that of cosmic unity. text/html 2023-12-12T19:08:09+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/facilitated_psychedelic_experience?rev=1702408089&do=diff Where, or How Can I Have a Facilitated Psychedelic Experience, in Canada, (or Otherwise)? Disclaimer The information provided here is for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal or medical advice. Engaging in psychedelic experiences involves unique legal, ethical, and personal considerations. It is crucial to consult with legal professionals, healthcare experts, or relevant authorities to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations. text/html 2023-12-08T01:17:46+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/faq?rev=1701998266&do=diff Frequently Asked Questions During our monthly meetings the same questions tend to be asked by people new to psychedelics, and we've now compiled them into an “FAQ” so that they can be consistently available for everyone to access, anytime. Before proceeding, please first read our text/html 2023-12-02T20:09:03+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/ganja?rev=1701547743&do=diff Gañga, bhang, bhanga, marijuana, (cannabis sativa), is an entheogenic plant with a mix of mild psychedelic, stimulant, depressant as well as mildly dissociative and antipsychotic properties depending on cannabinoid balance. The effects come primarily from tetra- text/html 2024-07-26T04:17:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/getinvolved?rev=1721967465&do=diff Join the Psychedelic Funfest! We're excited to welcome volunteers, vendors, speakers, and sponsors to make this event unforgettable. Please select your area of interest below and provide your contact details. We'll reach out with more information! text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/huachuma?rev=1700781645&do=diff Huachuma, Achuma, Wachuma, Aguacolla, San Pedro, (Echinopsis pachanoi syn. Trichocereus pachanoi), is a fast-growing, columnar psychedelic cactus endemic to the Andes Mountains, found in Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador and Peru. The effects come primarily from the phenethylamine alkaloid text/html 2023-12-12T19:25:59+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/i_m_having_a_difficult_or_overwhelming_psychedelic_experience?rev=1702409159&do=diff Overwhelming Psychedelic Experiences If you are uncertain about the origin and/or purity of the psychedelic you are using, and if you truly believe that you may be in physical danger, then you should seek help immediately. The Good Samaritan Drug Overdose Act offers some legal protection if you need to call emergency services. Nobody will be charged for usage or possession of a controlled substance as a result of seeking assistance. text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/iboga?rev=1700781645&do=diff Iboga, eboka, Bois Sacré, (Tabernanthe iboga), is a perennial rainforest shrub in the Apocynaceae (dogbane) family with psychedelic and dissociative properties native to western Central Africa. The Iboga tree is the central pillar of the Bwiti spiritual practice. The effects come primarily from the alkaloid ibogaine, and can last 24 hours or more. text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/imbolc?rev=1700781645&do=diff Imbolc, Bride, Candlemas, Groundhog Day, usually celebrated on February 2nd in the Northern Hemisphere, (but occasionally on the 1st), halfway between Winter and Spring. The days are getting longer, and hints of spring are appearing. Sometimes Snowdrops ( text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/jurema?rev=1700781645&do=diff Jurema, Yurema, Calumbi, Tepezcohuite, (Mimosa tenuiflora, syn. Mimosa hostilis), is a psychedelic shrub in the Mimosa genus, endemic to southern Mexico, northeastern Brazil, El Salvador, Honduras, Panama, Colombia and Venezuela. The effects come primarily from the tryptamine alkaloid text/html 2023-12-01T01:40:51+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/kwcg?rev=1701394851&do=diff Welcome to the KWCG Psychedelic Society Wiki! We will begin to curate this wiki with information specific to the KWCG Psychedelic Society, as well as frequently asked questions (FAQs) that come up during our meetings. Please check back here for up to date information, and for as a starting point to find popular topics. text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/lammas?rev=1700781645&do=diff Lammas, Lughnasadh, Summer Harvest, celebrated on August 1st in the Northern Hemisphere. text/html 2023-12-12T19:05:29+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/legal_status_of_psychedelics_in_canada?rev=1702407929&do=diff The Legal Status of Psychedelics in Canada Disclaimer The information provided here is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice, and individuals seeking precise legal guidance are strongly encouraged to consult with a qualified lawyer. The legal landscape is subject to change, and interpretations may vary. This content is not exhaustive, and the complexities of legal matters necessitate individualized advice based on specific circumstances. We disclaim any … text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/litha?rev=1700781645&do=diff [Sol]Litha, Midsummer, Summer Solstice, usually falls upon June 21st in the Northern Hemisphere, and marks the first day of Summer, and the longest day of the year. text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/lsd?rev=1700781645&do=diff Lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), also known as acid, is a psychedelic drug known for its psychological effects. This may include altered awareness of the surroundings, perceptions, and feelings as well as sensations and images that seem real though they are not.[11] It is used mainly as a recreational drug and for spiritual reasons. LSD is typically either swallowed or held under the tongue.[11] It is often sold on blotter paper, a sugar cube, or gelatin. It can also be injected. text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/mabon?rev=1700781645&do=diff Mabon, Autumn equinox, September equinox, usually falls upon September 21st in the Northern Hemisphere, and marks the first day of Fall, and one of the two days where night and day are of equal lengths (Latin: Aequus = equal, Nox = night). This is the second harvest festival, and is a time of giving thanks, and starting to prepare for winter. text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/mapacho?rev=1700781645&do=diff Mapacho (Nicotiana rustica) Mapacho, ucuch, Aztec tobacco, (nicotiana rustica), is a rainforest plant in the Solanaceae family, with a long, sacred history to almost all of the indigenous people of North, Central and South America, and used in a many different preparations including drinks, snuffs, chews, lickable products, and of course, smoked. The effects come primarily from nicotine, but it also contains text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/mescaline?rev=1700781645&do=diff Mescaline, or 3,4,5-trimethoxyphenethylamine, is a naturally occurring psychedelic alkaloid of the phenethylamine class, known for its hallucinogenic effects comparable to those of LSD and psilocybin. It occurs naturally in the peyote cactus (Lophophora williamsii),[1] the San Pedro cactus (Echinopsis pachanoi),[2] the Peruvian torch (Echinopsis peruviana),[3] and in a number of other members of the Cactaceae plant family. It is also found in small amounts in certain members of the Fabaceae (be… text/html 2025-08-13T15:07:18+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/microdosing?rev=1755097638&do=diff Microdosing Disclaimer The information provided in this article is intended for informational purposes only. This content is not a substitute for professional advice or guidance. Microdosing involves the consumption of substances that may have legal restrictions in various jurisdictions. Readers are strongly advised to familiarize themselves with and adhere to the relevant laws and regulations in their respective regions. Additionally, individual responses to microdosing can vary, and the pote… text/html 2024-04-15T01:37:41+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/more_information_about_psychedelics?rev=1713145061&do=diff More Information About Psychedelics While we plan to make this wiki contain as much useful and factual information as possible about psychedelics, there are many other resources specializing in specific areas of interest which will remain beyond the scope of this wiki. text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/muscimol?rev=1700781645&do=diff Muscimol (also known as agarin or pantherine) is the principal psychoactive constituent of Amanita muscaria and related species of mushroom. Muscimol is a potent, selective agonist for the GABAA receptors and displays sedative-hypnotic and dissociative psychoactivity. This colorless or white solid is classified as an isoxazole. text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/ololiuqui?rev=1700781645&do=diff Ololiuqui, coaxihuitl, (Turbina corymbosa, syn. Rivea corymbosa), is a psychedelic in the Convolvulaceae (bindweed) family, closely related to common morning glories (Ipomoea purpurea), and Hawaiian baby woodrose (Argyreia nervosa). The effects are believed to come from the ergot related indole alkaloid ergine (also known as d-lysergic acid amide or LSA). Only the seeds are used. Traditional preparations include a beverage known as piule, as well as a small toasted wafer. Effects last 6-10 hours… text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/ostara?rev=1700781645&do=diff Ostara, Ēostre, Noruz, Vernal equinox, March equinox, Spring equinox, usually falls upon March 21st in the Northern Hemisphere, and marks the first day of Spring, and one of the two days where night and day are of equal lengths (Latin: Aequus = equal, Nox = night). Associated holidays include Easter and Holi. text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/peyote?rev=1700781645&do=diff Peyote, híkuri, peyotl, mescalito, (Lophophora williamsii), is a small, slow-growing, spineless, psychedelic cactus. The effects primarily come from the phenethylamine alkaloid mescaline, as well as pellotine, and last around 12 hours. It is native to Mexico, and southwestern Texas, and sacred to the text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/psilocybes?rev=1700781645&do=diff Psilocybes, teonanácatl, silindhraka, magic mushrooms, are psychedelic mushrooms belonging to the Psilocybe genus, growing almost everywhere in the world, although most prolifically throughout Europe and the Americas. The effects come primarily from tryptamine alkaloids text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/psilocybin?rev=1700781645&do=diff Psilocybin[nb 1] (/ˌsɪləˈsaɪbɪn/ sil-ə-sy-bin) is a naturally occurring psychedelic compound produced by more than 200 species of mushrooms, collectively known as psilocybin mushrooms. The most potent are members of the genus Psilocybe, such as P. azurescens, P. semilanceata, and P. cyanescens, but psilocybin has also been isolated from about a dozen other genera. As a prodrug, psilocybin is quickly converted by the body to psilocin, which has mind-altering effects similar, in some aspects, to t… text/html 2023-12-11T02:27:24+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/psychedelic_therapy?rev=1702261644&do=diff Psychedelic Therapy Psychedelic therapy, (or psychedelic therapy) involves the strategic use of psychedelic drugs to augment the efficacy of therapeutic approaches. This term not only encompasses the utilization of psychedelics within the therapeutic context but also specifically denotes the segment of a therapy session where the patient undergoes a facilitated psychedelic experience in a secure and nurturing environment. During this phase, the therapist observes from a distance, prepared to p… text/html 2023-12-11T02:29:03+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/psychedelic?rev=1702261743&do=diff What is a Psychedelic? A psychedelic is a substance—be it a plant, mushroom, extract, powder, or chemical molecule—that, when consumed, induces a non-ordinary state of consciousness. This psychedelic experience is typically distinct from those produced by other psychoactive substances, manifesting in pronounced changes in perception, mood, and cognitive processes, as well as being virtually nonaddictive. text/html 2023-12-18T18:05:37+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/psychoactive_drug?rev=1702922737&do=diff Psychoactive Drug A psychoactive drug (or psychotropic drug) is a chemical substance that changes the function of the nervous system and results in alterations of perception, mood, cognition, and behavior. These substances may be used medically, recreationally, for spiritual reasons (for example, by altering one's consciousness, as with entheogens for ritual, spiritual, or shamanic purposes), or for research. Some categories of psychoactive drugs may be prescribed by physicians and other health… text/html 2023-12-11T02:38:25+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/reasons_for_using_psychedelics?rev=1702262305&do=diff Reasons for using Psychedelics People primarily use psychoactive substances for one of four different primary purposes -- recreational, medicinal, utilitarian, and some substances, including psychedelics are also used for spiritual purposes as entheogens . The popularity of microdosing is on the rise, with many discovering it as a gentler introduction to the potential benefits of psychedelics, free from concerns about pronounced psychoactive effects. In a similar vein, it resonates with those … text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/salvia?rev=1700781645&do=diff Salvia divinorum, yerba de la pastora, ska María pastora, sage of the diviners, or simply salvia, is a dissociative hallucinogen in the Salvia or “mint” family, which includes peppermint, spearmint, and culinary sage. The effects come from an opioid-like molecule called text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/samhain?rev=1700781645&do=diff Samhain, Hallowe'en, falls upon the evening of October 31st. It is closely associated with Thanksgiving holidays, marks the last harvests, and is associated with paying respects to the ancestors -- those who have passed, as it is believed that this time of year is when the veil between the world of the living and the afterlife are thinnest. text/html 2023-12-12T19:26:43+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/someone_is_having_a_difficult_or_overwhelming_psychedelic_experience?rev=1702409203&do=diff How to Help Someone Having an Overwhelming Psychedelic Experience If you are uncertain about the origin and/or purity of the substance(s) the person was using, and if you truly believe that they are in physical danger, then you should call for help immediately. text/html 2023-11-21T02:58:09+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/start?rev=1700535489&do=diff Welcome to the Toronto Psychedelic Society Wiki! We will begin to curate this wiki with information specific to the Toronto Psychedelic Society, as well as frequently asked questions (FAQs) that come up during our meetings. Please check back here for up to date information, and for as a starting point to find popular topics. text/html 2024-05-25T17:49:59+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/topbar?rev=1716659399&do=diff * Home * FAQ * Contact Us text/html 2023-12-02T03:23:21+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/tps?rev=1701487401&do=diff Welcome to the Toronto Psychedelic Society Wiki! We will begin to curate this wiki with information specific to the Toronto Psychedelic Society, as well as frequently asked questions (FAQs) that come up during our meetings. Please check back here for up to date information, and for as a starting point to find popular topics. text/html 2023-12-12T18:55:02+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/types_of_psychedelic_experience?rev=1702407302&do=diff Types of Psychedelic Experience A psychedelic experience, commonly referred to as a trip, entails a transient altered state of consciousness induced by the ingestion of psychedelic substances, with LSD, mescaline, psilocybin mushrooms, and DMT being among the most prevalent. For instance, an acid trip results from the consumption of LSD, while a text/html 2024-05-30T19:43:51+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/volunteer?rev=1717098231&do=diff TPS is Growing! Join Our Team! Bring your passion and talents to our dynamic team at the Toronto Psychedelic Society. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute to a vibrant community dedicated to exploring the transformative potential of psychedelics. Make meaningful connections, gain invaluable experience, and be a part of our mission to expand minds and evolve together. What gets you excited? text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:49+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/wapaq?rev=1700781649&do=diff Wapaq, miskwedo, kärpässieni, fly agaric, (amanita muscaria), is a dissociative hallucinogenic basidiomycete mushroom, one of many in the genus Amanita. The desired effects primarily come from muscimol. Amanita muscaria is endemic to conifer and deciduous woodlands throughout the temperate and boreal regions of the Northerm Hemisphere, and forms symbiotic relationships with many trees, including pine, spruce, fir, birch and cedar. It was widely used by the indigenous peoples of Siberia, as well … text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:49+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/yinyang?rev=1700781649&do=diff [Yin Yang]Ying and Yang (with reflected moon overlay). In Chinese philosophy, yin and yang (/jɪn/ and /jɑːŋ, jæŋ/; Chinese: 陰陽 yīnyáng, lit. “dark-bright”, “negative-positive”) describes how seemingly opposite or contrary forces may actually be complementary, interconnected, and interdependent in the natural world, and how they may give rise to each other as they interrelate to one another. In Chinese cosmology, the universe creates itself out of a primary chaos of material energy, organized in… text/html 2023-11-23T23:20:49+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.torontopsychedelicsociety.com/wiki/yule?rev=1700781649&do=diff Yule, Winter Solstice, usually falls upon December 21st in the Northern Hemisphere, (but occasionally on the 20th or the 22nd), marks the first day of Winter, and the longest night of the year. Many traditions around the world have their most elaborate festivals around this time of year, including Christmas and Hanukkah, as well as Yaldā, Koliada, Malkh, Mōdraniht, Sol Invictus, and Saturnalia.