Kirst Mason D'Raven
Kirst Mason D'Raven
@kdraven@mysterioustimes.co.uk
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  • Ghostly Legends of Famous Haunted Brothels

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  • Chillingham Castle’s Haunted History

    Chillingham Castle remains a compelling destination for those drawn to tales of the supernatural.

  • Mona – A Lesser known Saxon Lunar Goddess

    Though Mona is not as widely remembered as gods like Odin, Thor, or Freya, she represents an essential part of the Anglo-Saxon view of the world.

  • Stargazing Guide: November 2024’s Key Night Sky Events

    With moon phases, bright meteor showers, and the possible sighting of a comet, November 2024 offers a celestial lineup to inspire any sky watcher

  • November Notable Days

    November weaves together a variety of traditions, from solemn remembrances to joyous festivals, all marking significant themes

  • Discover the History of Soul Cakes: A Halloween Tradition

    Whether it’s through a warm cake shared on a chilly evening or a remembrance of loved ones, soul cakes embody the spirit of togetherness and the celebration of life, making them a timeless treat worth honouring.

  • 31 Days of Fear – 31. Fear of Halloween

    The supernatural raises questions about what it means to be human, about the soul, about existence beyond our physical bodies. In a strange way, the supernatural allows us to confront our own mortality.

  • 31 Days of Fear – 30. The Fear of Death

    I, like every other person living on this planet, don’t know the first thing about what it’s like to die and stay dead – how can anyone explain the process of why we fear death when we don’t actually know what the process of dying is like?

  • 31 Days of Fear. 29. Fear of Mirrors.

    what is it about mirrors that makes some of us uneasy? Why do they inspire dread in ways that other everyday objects rarely do?

  • Could Halloween Be a Holiday for Spirits?

    Could Halloween also be a holiday for the spectral and paranormal entities that we, as investigators and researchers, strive to study, contact, or understand?

  • 31 Days of Fear – 28. Fear of Snakes

    The origins of ophidiophobia trace back to our earliest ancestors, who lived in environments where snakes posed a real threat to survival.

  • The Legend of Abhartach

    Abhartach’s legend stands as a testament to the richness of Irish mythology and its power to inspire, frighten, and intrigue people from all walks of life.

  • 31 Days of Fear – 27. Fear of Blood

    Haemophobia affects more people than one might think, with some studies estimating that around three to four per cent of the population experiences some level of blood phobia

  • Creepy or Lucky? Global Spider Beliefs Explored

    Whether they’re spinning webs of wisdom wealth or warning it’s clear that spiders have captured our imaginations in ways that go far beyond the occasional scare.

  • 31 Days of Fear – 26. Fear of Spiders

    Arachnophobia, or the fear of spiders, is one of the most common specific phobias, affecting millions of people worldwide. This intense and often irrational fear of spiders has perplexed psychologists for years, as it seems disproportionate to the actual threat spiders pose, at least in most modern settings. Understanding the psychology of arachnophobia requires delving…

  • 31 Days of Fear – 25. Astraphobia

    thunderstorms tap into some of our deepest fears about safety and control.

  • Top 10 Sexiest Zombies in Horror Media

    While zombies aren’t traditionally associated with sex appeal, certain portrayals in films, TV shows, and pop culture have added a dash of charisma, wit, or physical appeal to these otherwise decaying figures.

  • 31 Days of Fear – 23. What Would You Do?

    The idea of safety, of a world where people can live without constant fear, will feel like a distant memory. Even if the infected are stopped, the world has been forever changed.

  • Why Kids Fear the Dark and Hidden Monsters

    Who hasn’t been terrified by the sight of a closet door creaking open or a hand reaching out from under the bed in a horror film?

  • 31 Day’s of Fear – 23. Fear of the Dark

    In the absence of light, time can seem to stretch on forever. This distortion of time can increase feelings of dread, as it feels like we are trapped in the moment, unable to escape. This is why nights can seem longer when we’re afraid or anxious..

  • Exploring the Global Mothman Phenomenon

    Whether he’s an omen of disaster, a misunderstood cryptid, or simply a figment of the imagination, Mothman’s wings have certainly cast a long shadow over the world of the strange and unexplained.

  • 31 Days of Fear – 22. Fear of Moths

    The fear of moths can be puzzling to those who don’t share it, but like most phobias, it’s likely that there’s more going on beneath the surface.

  • 31 Days of Fear – 21. Fear of Holes

    trypophobia is the aversion to clusters of small holes or bumps. These can appear in natural formations, like honeycombs or lotus seed pods, or in man-made objects like sponges or aerated chocolate.

  • 31 Days of Fear – 20. Asteroid Strike

    The hypothetical asteroid strike is a reminder of both our vulnerability and our resilience. It forces us to confront the possibility that, despite all our advancements, we are still a small, fragile species in a vast, unpredictable universe.

  • What to Know About the Orionids in 2024

    The Orionid meteor shower, like all meteor showers, is a fleeting moment of beauty, a reminder that even the most spectacular phenomena are temporary. But in that moment, under the vast expanse of the night sky, you can be part of something much larger than yourself, a shared human experience that has been repeated every…