The Machinery of the Mind

In The Machinery of the Mind Fortune addresses topics such as: The Subconscious Mind: Fortune discusses the subconscious as a powerful force that influences behavior emotions and experiences. She explores techniques for accessing and working with the subconscious to achieve personal growth and transformation. Symbolism and Archetypes: Drawing on her interest in esoteric symbolism Fortune explores the use of symbols and archetypes as tools for understanding and transforming the mind. She believed that these symbols could help individuals connect with deeper aspects of their psyche. Spiritual Evolution: The book emphasizes the idea that the human mind is evolving towards greater awareness and spiritual enlightenment. Fortune discusses how the mind can be trained and refined to align with this evolutionary process. Magic and Mysticism: Given Fortunes background in the occult the book touches on concepts related to magic and mysticism. She explores how certain practices and rituals can be used to tap into higher states of consciousness and spiritual insight.