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This is based on our Daemon Azazel's ethical virtue, Temperance.
Aristotle once said, "Everything in moderation".
Now, this is something that has been reiterated time and again over the years: many people have a tendency to overdo things, or do too little, and then wonder why they encounter sudden problems, or why certain aspects of their life feel overwhelmingly difficult. They may question why their efforts, or the lack of any effort, yield unsatisfactory results, or even lead to disastrous outcomes. Too often, individuals find themselves drawn to certain extremes - whether in habits, thoughts, or pursuits.
This is why the phrase "Moderation is key; excess or scarcity of anything can lead to negative consequences" is so significant. It reminds us that finding balance is crucial for long-term happiness and health.
Let us consider diet as an everyday example. While food provides us with essential energy, overindulging in it can have adverse effects on the body. If one were to consume excessive quantities - imagine twenty to forty buns or consuming another carb-heavy treat repeatedly - they would not only experience discomfort but may also face digestive issues, like constipation, along with potential long-term weight gain.
Likewise, even eating substantial amounts of seemingly harmless items, like tomatoes or cucumbers, could strain the digestive system. The body, with all its resilience, still has limits; an excess of nutrients, water, or calories can disturb its natural equilibrium. The same concept applies to every aspect of diet: overdoing anything, even beneficial foods, can disrupt the body’s balance and highlight the necessity of moderation.
Moderation applies not only to excess but also to deficiency. Just as overindulging can harm the body, so can depriving it of essential nutrients, energy, or sustenance. Eating too little - or restricting certain foods too severely - can strain the body just as much as overeating. A diet lacking in essential nutrients, for example, may weaken the immune system, cause fatigue, impair organ function, and even disrupt mental well-being. Just as too much of anything can upset balance, so too can a deficiency lead to negative health outcomes.
"A human being not having temperance, is not having measurement and control. As control is relinquished, so one will enter imbalanced states, evil and problems."
Now, about material possessions. Material possessions provide another instructive example of the pitfalls of excess. Many people dream of wealth or see the accumulation of items as symbols of success. However, having ten cars - an extravagant number for any single person - is likely to do more than just fill the driveway. It can crowd our lives with unnecessary upkeep, financial burdens, and even a sense of guilt or emptiness, should these items fail to bring true happiness.
Just as an excess of material possessions can weigh us down, so can a life with too little lead to hardship and distress. While some may romanticize minimalism to an extreme, living without basic material needs or a reasonable level of comfort can also create stress, insecurity, and a persistent focus on survival rather than growth or fulfillment. In other words, having too little can trap us in a cycle of scarcity, forcing our attention toward getting by rather than thriving.
Too much or too little of anything - whether it’s cars, clothes, or other material items - can weigh us down, physically and mentally. Excess possessions create clutter and require time and energy to maintain, often distracting us from what truly matters, like relationships, creativity, and growth. On the other hand, having too few basic comforts or resources can lead to stress, insecurity, and a constant focus on survival, limiting our ability to pursue deeper fulfillment. Living moderately enables us to appreciate what we have, find security without excess, and invest ourselves in non-material pursuits that bring lasting satisfaction.
"Temperance, is the art of staying within the range of never trespassing the golden node through excess or deficiency. It represents the Golden Middle path in all things."
Now, about spiritual work. Moderation is also crucial when it comes to working upon our soul development. For example, the practice of vibrating and working with our chakras illustrates this principle beautifully. Each chakra, or energy center, resonates at a specific frequency, and using the correct vibration - can amplify the energy within a given chakra. However, pushing this energy to excess, or overstimulating a chakra, can destabilize it, causing an imbalance rather than harmony. This can also lead to overstimulation of the nervous system. For instance, if you overdo Power Breaths, the excess stimulation can overwhelm the nervous system, potentially causing serious harm, i.e. brain damage.
On another note, negligence of the soul - i.e., too little energy or focus in your soul development - can hinder growth, as the chakras close up and the blockages remain or reoccur. Our chakras become depleted when they are neglected. When we neglect or minimize soul work, we risk closing ourselves off from our inner abilities, intuition, and higher awareness. As a consequence, we become unable to properly communicate with our Demons and Demonesses. This can again potentially prevent us from further growth, if not attended too. In the absence of adequate spiritual engagement, the soul becomes suppressed or stagnant, which again makes it difficult to tap into one's true potential or experience a sense of connection and purpose. This can cause depression or other lingering issues.
"The loss of balance or temperance, results further in imbalance, which creates disharmonious circumstances and jeopardizes one’s health in all of the above domains."
Thus, moderation in spiritual practices is essential for nurturing a balanced, sustainable energy, without overwhelming the soul system. The soul responds best to a steady, mindful approach that gradually builds strength and resilience. When progress is done gradually, consistently, and allowing time for adjustment, we then can create a foundation that enables us to increase our spiritual practices safely and effectively over time. This gradual and steady approach provides long-lasting results, and yields significantly more power than overdoing it sporadically for a short period of time.
"When one does apply the notion of Temperance, they can become balanced in their existence. This balance further facilitates spiritual, physical and emotional & spiritual health."
Moderation, then, is not simply about avoiding excess or the lack of something; it is about finding the right level of engagement, input, or restraint that aligns with your goals, needs, and values. Life becomes richer and more fulfilling when we thoughtfully balance all its elements. Moderation helps us to stay attuned to our true needs rather than giving in to fleeting desires or fears of lacking something. It encourages us to seek enjoyment and pursue growth without falling into the traps of overindulgence or deprivation. When we live moderately, in true Temperance, we respect our physical, mental, and spiritual principles, which helps us to focus on what truly sustains us.
"It has been inscribed on the souls of the wise: Everything in moderation."
Hail Satan!
Hail Azazel!
Aristotle once said, "Everything in moderation".
Now, this is something that has been reiterated time and again over the years: many people have a tendency to overdo things, or do too little, and then wonder why they encounter sudden problems, or why certain aspects of their life feel overwhelmingly difficult. They may question why their efforts, or the lack of any effort, yield unsatisfactory results, or even lead to disastrous outcomes. Too often, individuals find themselves drawn to certain extremes - whether in habits, thoughts, or pursuits.
This is why the phrase "Moderation is key; excess or scarcity of anything can lead to negative consequences" is so significant. It reminds us that finding balance is crucial for long-term happiness and health.
Let us consider diet as an everyday example. While food provides us with essential energy, overindulging in it can have adverse effects on the body. If one were to consume excessive quantities - imagine twenty to forty buns or consuming another carb-heavy treat repeatedly - they would not only experience discomfort but may also face digestive issues, like constipation, along with potential long-term weight gain.
Likewise, even eating substantial amounts of seemingly harmless items, like tomatoes or cucumbers, could strain the digestive system. The body, with all its resilience, still has limits; an excess of nutrients, water, or calories can disturb its natural equilibrium. The same concept applies to every aspect of diet: overdoing anything, even beneficial foods, can disrupt the body’s balance and highlight the necessity of moderation.
Moderation applies not only to excess but also to deficiency. Just as overindulging can harm the body, so can depriving it of essential nutrients, energy, or sustenance. Eating too little - or restricting certain foods too severely - can strain the body just as much as overeating. A diet lacking in essential nutrients, for example, may weaken the immune system, cause fatigue, impair organ function, and even disrupt mental well-being. Just as too much of anything can upset balance, so too can a deficiency lead to negative health outcomes.
"A human being not having temperance, is not having measurement and control. As control is relinquished, so one will enter imbalanced states, evil and problems."
Now, about material possessions. Material possessions provide another instructive example of the pitfalls of excess. Many people dream of wealth or see the accumulation of items as symbols of success. However, having ten cars - an extravagant number for any single person - is likely to do more than just fill the driveway. It can crowd our lives with unnecessary upkeep, financial burdens, and even a sense of guilt or emptiness, should these items fail to bring true happiness.
Just as an excess of material possessions can weigh us down, so can a life with too little lead to hardship and distress. While some may romanticize minimalism to an extreme, living without basic material needs or a reasonable level of comfort can also create stress, insecurity, and a persistent focus on survival rather than growth or fulfillment. In other words, having too little can trap us in a cycle of scarcity, forcing our attention toward getting by rather than thriving.
Too much or too little of anything - whether it’s cars, clothes, or other material items - can weigh us down, physically and mentally. Excess possessions create clutter and require time and energy to maintain, often distracting us from what truly matters, like relationships, creativity, and growth. On the other hand, having too few basic comforts or resources can lead to stress, insecurity, and a constant focus on survival, limiting our ability to pursue deeper fulfillment. Living moderately enables us to appreciate what we have, find security without excess, and invest ourselves in non-material pursuits that bring lasting satisfaction.
"Temperance, is the art of staying within the range of never trespassing the golden node through excess or deficiency. It represents the Golden Middle path in all things."
Now, about spiritual work. Moderation is also crucial when it comes to working upon our soul development. For example, the practice of vibrating and working with our chakras illustrates this principle beautifully. Each chakra, or energy center, resonates at a specific frequency, and using the correct vibration - can amplify the energy within a given chakra. However, pushing this energy to excess, or overstimulating a chakra, can destabilize it, causing an imbalance rather than harmony. This can also lead to overstimulation of the nervous system. For instance, if you overdo Power Breaths, the excess stimulation can overwhelm the nervous system, potentially causing serious harm, i.e. brain damage.
On another note, negligence of the soul - i.e., too little energy or focus in your soul development - can hinder growth, as the chakras close up and the blockages remain or reoccur. Our chakras become depleted when they are neglected. When we neglect or minimize soul work, we risk closing ourselves off from our inner abilities, intuition, and higher awareness. As a consequence, we become unable to properly communicate with our Demons and Demonesses. This can again potentially prevent us from further growth, if not attended too. In the absence of adequate spiritual engagement, the soul becomes suppressed or stagnant, which again makes it difficult to tap into one's true potential or experience a sense of connection and purpose. This can cause depression or other lingering issues.
"The loss of balance or temperance, results further in imbalance, which creates disharmonious circumstances and jeopardizes one’s health in all of the above domains."
Thus, moderation in spiritual practices is essential for nurturing a balanced, sustainable energy, without overwhelming the soul system. The soul responds best to a steady, mindful approach that gradually builds strength and resilience. When progress is done gradually, consistently, and allowing time for adjustment, we then can create a foundation that enables us to increase our spiritual practices safely and effectively over time. This gradual and steady approach provides long-lasting results, and yields significantly more power than overdoing it sporadically for a short period of time.
"When one does apply the notion of Temperance, they can become balanced in their existence. This balance further facilitates spiritual, physical and emotional & spiritual health."
Moderation, then, is not simply about avoiding excess or the lack of something; it is about finding the right level of engagement, input, or restraint that aligns with your goals, needs, and values. Life becomes richer and more fulfilling when we thoughtfully balance all its elements. Moderation helps us to stay attuned to our true needs rather than giving in to fleeting desires or fears of lacking something. It encourages us to seek enjoyment and pursue growth without falling into the traps of overindulgence or deprivation. When we live moderately, in true Temperance, we respect our physical, mental, and spiritual principles, which helps us to focus on what truly sustains us.
"It has been inscribed on the souls of the wise: Everything in moderation."
Hail Satan!
Hail Azazel!
