Part VII

Void Meditation

We have journeyed through the foundational principles of the Dragon’s Path, explored the archetypal landscapes of the psyche, and engaged in the vital work of embodiment, grounding our insights in the body’s truth.

We have learned to dance with our shadows,
embrace the wisdom found in paradox,
cultivated the discernment of the Sage,
and navigated the complexities of ethical relating.

Now, drawing upon the courage, integration, and embodied awareness
woven through these stages,
we stand at the threshold of the ultimate plunge—
a journey into the very heart of existence,
the Void itself.

This step demands a willingness
to surrender perceived boundaries
and embrace profound mystery.

Let us be clear: while this deep dive can bring states of profound peace and unity, the central practice of this part, Void Meditation (or the “Dragon’s Plunge”), is fundamentally different from techniques aimed solely at relaxation or stress reduction.

Its purpose is far deeper. It is transformative.

It serves as the primary experiential gateway on the Dragon’s Path—
a direct means to potentially encounter the nature of the Void.
This is the formless source from which all creation arises,
the ground underlying the Entangled Firmament we explored conceptually.

Built upon our prior work—integrating shadows, engaging archetypes,
and especially the deep grounding achieved through embodiment—
Void Meditation is a synthesizing stage.

It allows us to feel into the conceptual heart of reality.

This practice is designed not just to soothe the mind,
but to potentially shift our entire understanding of self and reality.
It does this through direct, felt encounter with the source
we have, until now,
primarily explored intellectually and archetypally.