Topic: Nigredo

Spiritual progress requires a deconstructive phase known in alchemy as Nigredo or "blackening," where the false self is destroyed to allow for true growth. This stage is compared to the Tower card in Tarot or the process of putrefactio, where organic matter must break down to fertilize new life. The discussion highlights that political engagement often lacks this depth, as most candidates do not operate from a place of spiritual attainment.