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Episode Notes

Argüelles, José. The Transformative Vision: Reflections on the Nature and History of Human Expression. Shambhala Publications, 1975.
Overview of transformative visions, including thoughtforms and emanations in various cultural contexts.
URL:Bibliography on Tulpas

1. Argüelles, José. The Transformative Vision: Reflections on the Nature and History of Human Expression. Shambhala Publications, 1975.
   
   
   • Overview of transformative visions, including thoughtforms and emanations in various cultural contexts.
   
   
   • https://www.shambhala.com/the-transformative-vision.html
   
   
   
   


2. Besant, Annie, and Charles Leadbeater. Thought-Forms. Theosophical Publishing House, 1901.
   
   
   • A foundational text in Theosophy discussing the creation of thought-forms through mental and spiritual effort.
   
   
   • https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16269
   
   
   
   


3. Evans-Wentz, W. Y. The Tibetan Book of the Dead: Or, The After-Death Experiences on the Bardo Plane. Oxford University Press, 1927.
   
   
   • A seminal translation of Tibetan texts, offering insights into the concept of emanations and thoughtforms.
   
   
   • https://archive.org/details/TheTibetanBookOfTheDead
   
   
   
   


4. Jung, Carl G. Psychology and the Occult. Princeton University Press, 1977.
   
   
   • Explores Jung’s theories on the psyche and its connection to occult phenomena, including thoughtforms and archetypes.
   
   
   • https://press.princeton.edu/books/paperback/9780691017914/psychology-and-the-occult
   
   
   
   


5. Lal, K. S. Mystical and Paranormal Phenomena: Comparative Analysis of Religious and Occult Experiences. Sagar Publications, 1990.
   
   
   • Examines the similarities between religious experiences and occult practices, with a section on Tulpas and thoughtforms.
   
   
   • https://www.exoticindiaart.com/book/details/mystical-and-paranormal-phenomena-comparative-analysis-of-religious-and-occult-experiences-IDF303/
   
   
   
   


6. Macy, Joanna. Mutual Causality in Buddhism and General Systems Theory: The Dharma of Natural Systems. SUNY Press, 1991.
   
   
   • Discusses the interconnection of all things, including the creation of Tulpas as a manifestation of collective thoughts and energies.
   
   
   • https://www.sunypress.edu/p-1377-mutual-causality-in-buddhism-and.aspx
   
   
   
   


7. Noble, Vicki. Shakti Woman: Feeling Our Fire, Healing Our World. HarperOne, 1991.
   
   
   • Focuses on the power of female spirituality, including the ability to manifest thoughtforms through collective intention.
   
   
   • https://www.harpercollins.com/products/shakti-woman-vicki-noble
   
   
   
   


8. Richardson, Neville. Tulpa: Thought Forms and Their Impact on Paranormal Phenomena. Paranormal Research Society, 2015.
   
   
   • A detailed exploration of how Tulpas may explain certain paranormal activities and experiences.
   
   
   • https://www.paranormalresearchsociety.org/tulpa-thought-forms-book
   
   
   
   


9. Trungpa, Chögyam. The Tibetan Book of the Dead: Commentary and Teachings by Chögyam Trungpa. Shambhala Publications, 1975.
   
   
   • Commentary on the traditional Tibetan text with insights into the creation of thoughtforms.
   
   
   • https://www.shambhala.com/the-tibetan-book-of-the-dead.html
   
   
   
   


10. Walker, Barbara G. The Woman’s Dictionary of Symbols and Sacred Objects. Harper & Row, 1988.
    
    
    • Includes entries on Tulpas and thoughtforms, exploring their symbolism in various cultures.
    
    
    • https://www.harpercollins.com/products/the-womans-dictionary-of-symbols-and-sacred-objects-barbara-g-walker
    
    
    
    


11. Wentz, W. Y. Evans (Editor). Tibetan Yoga and Secret Doctrines. Oxford University Press, 1935.
    
    
    • Collection of Tibetan texts including teachings on Tulpas and their creation.
    
    
    • https://archive.org/details/in.ernet.dli.2015.131022
    
    
    
    


12. Young, David E. Tibetan Buddhism in Western Perspective: Reflections on the Role of the West in Tibetan Studies. State University of New York Press, 1992.
    
    
    • An analysis of how Tibetan concepts like Tulpas have been adapted in the West.
    
    
    • https://www.sunypress.edu/p-1635-tibetan-buddhism-in-western-per.aspx
    
    
    
    


13. Zaleski, Carol. Otherworld Journeys: Accounts of Near-Death Experience in Medieval and Modern Times. Oxford University Press, 1987.
    
    
    • Investigates near-death experiences and their relation to thoughtforms, including Tulpas.
    
    
    • https://global.oup.com/academic/product/otherworld-journeys-9780195040998
    
    
    
    

Web Resources and Articles

1. Baker, Jennifer. "What is a Tulpa?" Learn Religions, 2020.
   
   
   • A detailed article exploring the concept of Tulpas from its origins to modern interpretations.
   
   
   • https://www.learnreligions.com/what-is-a-tulpa-4773815
   
   
   
   


2. Brandon, Brian. "Tulpas: The Paranormal Thoughtform Explained." The Ghost In My Machine, 2018.
   
   
   • Explains how Tulpas are believed to manifest and their place in paranormal studies.
   
   
   • https://theghostinmymachine.com/2018/07/23/tulpas-paranormal-thoughtform-explained-origin-theories-modern-examples/
   
   
   
   


3. Giebel, R. "Tulpas and Thoughtforms: A Study in Tibetan Mysticism." Lion's Roar, 2019.
   
   
   • An article delving into the Tibetan roots of Tulpas and their role in mysticism.
   
   
   • https://www.lionsroar.com/tulpas-and-thoughtforms/
   
   
   
   


4. Horsley, Jake. "The Tulpa Effect: Creating Realities Through Thought." The Unreal Universe, 2021.
   
   
   • Discusses how collective belief and imagination might give rise to real entities, known as Tulpas.
   
   
   • https://www.unrealuniverse.com/the-tulpa-effect-creating-realities-through-thought/
   
   
   
   


5. Huff, Michael. "The Evolution of Tulpas in the Western Imagination." Paranormal Encyclopedia, 2017.
   
   
   • Explores how the concept of Tulpas has evolved in Western esotericism and paranormal studies.
   
   
   • https://www.paranormalencyclopedia.org/tulpas-western-evolution
   
   
   
   


6. Kean, Leslie. "The Phenomenon of Tulpas: Fictional Beings Brought to Life." HuffPost, 2019.
   
   
   • An overview of the phenomenon of Tulpas, examining real-life cases and psychological theories.
   
   
   • https://www.huffpost.com/entry/the-phenomenon-of-tulpas_b_7929672
   
   
   
   


7. Smith, Nicholas. "Tulpas in Popular Culture: From Tibetan Buddhism to the Internet Age." Atlas Obscura, 2020.
   
   
   • An exploration of how Tulpas have been represented in popular culture and the digital age.
   
   
   • https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/what-is-a-tulpa
   
   
   
   


8. Yaden, David. "Tulpa: The Power of Thought in Tibetan Buddhism and Beyond." Scientific American, 2018.
   
   
   • An article discussing the psychological aspects of Tulpas and their significance in Tibetan Buddhism.
   
   
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     https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/tulpa-the-power-of-thought-in-tibetan-buddhism-and-beyond/