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Welcome to Spiritual Skeptic! This channel is your guide to exploring spirituality with curiosity and critical thinking. We dive deep into topics like synchronicity, angel numbers, spiritual signs, manifestation, intuition, and the law of attraction—while staying grounded with healthy skepticism. Discover practical tips for self-discovery, decoding divine signs, avoiding spiritual scams, and building an authentic spiritual path. Join a growing community seeking balance, truth, and meaningful connection.

  1. JAN 31

    The Contemplative Horse General

    This video episode introduces to a Kamakura-period wooden sculpture representing the Horse General, one of the twelve divine guardians originally housed at Joruriji Temple in Kyoto. Designated as an Important Cultural Property, this figure is renowned for its uniquely contemplative pose, appearing to lean on a staff in deep thought rather than adopting a traditional martial stance. While the statue features a laughing horse head atop its crown to signify its zodiac affiliation, scholars remain intrigued by its mysterious iconography, which lacks a clear historical precedent. The craftsmanship is attributed to the Kei school of sculptors, reflecting the high artistic standards of 13th-century Japanese Buddhist art. Currently part of the Seikado Bunko Art Museum collection, the statue is highlighted in a 2026 exhibition focusing on the diverse forms of warrior deities. Together, these sources emphasize the humorous and enigmatic personality of this specific guardian compared to its more aggressive peers.

    6 min

  2. JAN 31

    The Enigmatic Horse General: Joruriji's Contemplative Divine Guardian

    This audio episode introduces a Kamakura-period wooden sculpture representing the Horse General, one of the twelve divine guardians originally housed at Joruriji Temple in Kyoto. Designated as an Important Cultural Property, this figure is renowned for its uniquely contemplative pose, appearing to lean on a staff in deep thought rather than adopting a traditional martial stance. While the statue features a laughing horse head atop its crown to signify its zodiac affiliation, scholars remain intrigued by its mysterious iconography, which lacks a clear historical precedent. The craftsmanship is attributed to the Kei school of sculptors, reflecting the high artistic standards of 13th-century Japanese Buddhist art. Currently part of the Seikado Bunko Art Museum collection, the statue is highlighted in a 2026 exhibition focusing on the diverse forms of warrior deities. Together, these sources emphasize the humorous and enigmatic personality of this specific guardian compared to its more aggressive peers.

    25 min

  3. JAN 11

    Earth Horse 2026 Strategy High Visibility Burnout

    For the Earth Horse, the 2026 Fire Horse year is a "Double Horse" event known as your Ben Ming Nian (Zodiac Year), characterized by extreme acceleration and a "double-edged sword" of massive opportunity and potential burnout. The South Palace: In Nine Star Ki, you move into the South Palace of Fire, which governs fame, marketing, and personal reputation. Your brand will likely grow faster than your bank balance in the first half of the year.Jupiter’s Midas Touch: Starting in July, Jupiter enters your 10th House of Career (Leo), pulling you out of the shadows and into the professional spotlight. This is your "Golden Month" for promotions, awards, and high-profile projects.Strategic Visibility: The early part of the year (February–March) may feel foggy, but this is the time to refine your systems so you are ready for the "harvest" that begins in July.Soil to Dust: While fire feeds earth, too much intensity can turn your foundational soil into dust. The "Fire Horse" energy is high-octane and can lead to hitting a wall by November if you don't pace yourself.The July Danger Zone: Mid-June to mid-July is a "Double Horse" month, where the risk of exhaustion and irritability is at its peak.Impulsiveness: The combination of fire and horse energy encourages "bolting" or gambling on risky financial moves.The July Pivot: Save your biggest career launches and "big asks" for the second half of the year when cosmic support is strongest.Pacing and Boundaries: Use your "Earth" nature to finish projects while using the "Fire" to start them. During the peak heat of July, practice saying "no" to social invites to preserve your energy.Cooling Rituals: When arguments arise, use silence as a secret weapon and physically "take a lap" to cool down.Financial Discipline: Use the "Fire" to boost income through tech or media industries, but lock your gains into stable assets to counteract the urge to gamble. Maintain a 10-15% "chaos fund" to handle unexpected "Tai Sui" costs like home or car repairs.Analogy for 2026: Imagine you are a master woodworker used to slowly carving and shaping your life. In 2026, the environment transforms into a high-heat kiln. If you stay in the heat too long without breaks, you will crack (burnout); however, if you time your entry perfectly, the fire won't destroy you—it will forge your work into a durable, polished masterpiece. The "High Visibility" FactorThe "Burnout" RiskThe 2026 Strategy

    32 min

  4. JAN 11

    2026: The Earth Horse's Ride

    a comprehensive astrological forecast for "earth horse" individuals

    7 min

  5. JAN 4

    Water Strategy for the Mountain Pivot

    This audio episode provides a strategic framework for individuals born in the year of the Earth Horse to navigate professional transitions during the 2026 Fire Horse zodiac year.

    32 min

  6. JAN 4

    The 2026 Earth Horse Pivot

    This video episode provides a strategic framework for individuals born in the year of the Earth Horse to navigate professional transitions during the 2026 Fire Horse zodiac year.

    7 min

  7. JAN 4

    2026 Earth Horse Playbook

    a comprehensive astrological and professional strategy for individuals, identified as Earth Horses, during the 2026 Year of the Fire Horse.

    7 min

  8. JAN 3

    Minamoto Clan’s Spiritual War Forge

    a comprehensive cultural and historical dossier on the Kamagata Hachiman Shrine, exploring its significance as a focal point for the Minamoto clan’s martial legacy. Structurally, the source moves from the shrine’s founding myths and military traditions—such as the legend of the first Shogun and the origins of horseback archery—to the specific divine blessings seekers hope to receive, ranging from victory in battle to the healthy growth of children. Central to the narrative is the figure of Kiso Yoshinaka, whose birth at the site is immortalized by the Ubuyu no Shimizu, a miraculous spring that has never ceased flowing. Furthermore, the text delves into the syncretic religious identity of the deity Sōgyō Hachiman, explaining how the figure of an ancient Emperor was transformed into a monk-protector to bridge the traditions of Shinto and Buddhism. Ultimately, the source functions as a spiritual and architectural guide, documenting how this specific site preserved the warrior spirit of medieval Japan through its unique artifacts, rituals, and enduring legends.

    26 min
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Welcome to Spiritual Skeptic! This channel is your guide to exploring spirituality with curiosity and critical thinking. We dive deep into topics like synchronicity, angel numbers, spiritual signs, manifestation, intuition, and the law of attraction—while staying grounded with healthy skepticism. Discover practical tips for self-discovery, decoding divine signs, avoiding spiritual scams, and building an authentic spiritual path. Join a growing community seeking balance, truth, and meaningful connection.

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    2024 - 2026
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