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What is
The Magic of Mastery?
The Magic of Mastery is a collection of comics and videos that examine life in these perditious times…times which are foretold according to so-called ABRAHAMIC lore. Of course, such lore might be your gospel…or you might see it as straight-up bullshit. Either way – It’s happening before your very eyes…and none of it has anything to do with your spiritual well-being.
On Reading
In this installment of the Einstein & The Goon vignettes, the spirit of Einstein helps The Don-Don examine the interests that American Presidents have in reading. The truth is that we live in a world where an obsession with language and the written word contribute to a push for indoctrination. The irony, of course, is that the high literacy rates comes with a high disdain for reading, analysis, and observation for many today. Even those who do love to read often rely on the interpretation of others regarding what those words mean. The result: These perditious, biblically-epic times with which we all have to contend.
The Mind of a Child
There are some who believe that the 2016 American Presidential election was just another run-of-the-mill “choice.” However, many people – both young and old – felt there was something more eternal driving the process. Sam and Javier broach this topic through an emotional conversation about the ascent of Donald J. Trump (whose name aptly means the great leader) to the American presidency. They also discuss how yoga can help prepare one’s mind/body/spirit to do what must be done during the forthcoming trying times.
On Authority
The spirit of Einstein continues his work, as ordered by the Most High, by visiting The Don-Don in his dreams. One night, he awakens from a particularly puzzling dream which moves him to share his predicament with his wife. The dream’s focus: The Don-Don’s use (or abuse) of his presidential authority.
The Heresy of Heritage
Sam gets an invitation to be a guest on The Real Deal with Shil – a prime-time, right-wing news panel show which discusses current events in the Mystery City and abroad. Malik and Tammy are also asked to join him. The segment gets off to a heated start and leads into a deep discussion with some of the other guests about religious tolerance, truth, and the misuse of the Founding Fathers’ historical writings as evidence to support modern religious beliefs.
You, Me, & Our Qi
Sam takes a bike ride to the Southside of the Mystery City to meet Malik for some Bagua training. Sam arrives to his phone “blowing” up with messages from his wife, Elizabeth. The messages led to arguments, and Sam – while waiting for Malik, decided to do some Freestyle Qigong and Yoga. Along the way, Sam attracts the attention of some park punks, and some hilarity ensues thanks to the sudden arrival of Malik.
The Flashback
Elizabeth reluctantly agrees to come with Sam and Javier to an event protesting Trump’s proposed civil right reforms. Sam and Javier leave to take care of something, and Elizabeth is forced to make small talk with Tammy Shapiro – a Pulitzer-winning journalist with the Mystery City Chalice. Tammy shares some facts with Elizabeth about the heritage of the Lumbee Tribe…and Elizabeth responds, in turn, with a few facts of her own.
Playing at the Pool
What do you if you find yourself at odds with the partner that you’ve been blessed with …and you fail to see the significance of the relationship? Well, that’s a prime recipe for Suffering in Paradise – something that Sam, Lizzie, Chris, and Becky have to face. That suffering starts to manifest during what should be a little fun play time at the pool.
On Calling
Albert Einstein was no stranger to having his services requested by governments, industry, and most of the world’s big-wigs during his life. While he enjoyed his living years, he was very content with his predicament in the celestial realm – a life where he could finally do as he pleased. All that came to an quick end when he found himself on the receiving end of a summons from the Most High to help usher in the so-called end of days – perhaps in recognition for Einstein’s often misused quotation “God doesn’t play dice with the universe.”
Staying on Point
Sam and Malik meet up a few days after their appearance on The Real Deal with Shil to practice some bagua and qigong. This presents a perfect opportunity for them to debrief about their experience on Shil’s show, Sam’s actions/attitudes, and some needed (but perhaps unsolicited) advice from Malik.
Moshiach Mastery
Underlying Trump’s seemingly erratic behavior are occasional moments of cold, calculated, strategic maneuvers. Such was the case with his first official trip as President to Saudia Arabia, Israel, and The Vatican in 2017. He inserts himself into the Abrahamic Mess whilst in the middle of addressing a domestic mess of his own. This gives Sam a chance to consider the applicable use of the word ‘Moshiach.’
The Trees of Eden
Allegory. Fact. Fiction. What’s the difference? And why do such things matter when reading the Bible or other sacred scripture? Sam and the rest of his “framily” find time to discuss this very matter while zipping through the trees of Costa Rica – particularly in how the Bible often uses the term “tree” as a way to describe men, people, or nations. This is a very helpful consideration when trying to understand various stories in the Bible and their possible meaning to us today.
Walking and Traveling On
Eat, drink, and be merry. Spending a little time in relaxation is always a good thing…which made a trip to Costa Rica all the more appealing for The Magic of Mastery team. But while you can escape your surroundings for a little while, escaping your problems isn’t as easy. In the end, everything is a sacrifice – even when you’re suffering in paradise.