Mysticism

Technical insights and deep-dives in Mysticism.

Magazine / Mysticism

The Five Elements (Wu Xing): Five Forces That Move the World

Jul 5, 2026 · OIYO Research Institute

Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water. The backbone of Saju, myeongri, and East Asian thought, the Five Elements are not mere substances but a "language of relationships" that generate and control one another.

Magazine / Mysticism

Blood Type A Personality: The Folk Stereotype

Jun 16, 2026 · OIYO Research Team

Blood Type A personality is a folk stereotype in Korea and Japan, not a scientific personality model. This entry explains the cultural image while making clear that ABO blood type has no reliable proven link to character.

Magazine / Mysticism

Blood Type AB Personality: The Folk Stereotype

Jun 16, 2026 · OIYO Research Team

Blood Type AB personality is a cultural folk stereotype, not a scientific assessment of temperament. This definition explains the popular image while emphasizing that ABO blood type does not reliably predict personality.

Magazine / Mysticism

Blood Type B Personality: The Folk Stereotype

Jun 16, 2026 · OIYO Research Team

Blood Type B personality is a cultural folk belief, especially visible in Korean and Japanese entertainment. It is not a scientific claim, and ABO blood type should not be used to judge someone's character or relationships.

Magazine / Mysticism

Blood-Type Personality: ABO Folklore in Korea and Japan

Jun 16, 2026 · OIYO Research Team

Blood-type personality theory is a popular folk belief that links ABO blood groups with temperament, especially in Korea and Japan. This definition explains the cultural associations while making clear that the theory has no reliable scientific basis.

Magazine / Mysticism

Blood Type O Personality: The Folk Stereotype

Jun 16, 2026 · OIYO Research Team

Blood Type O personality is a popular folk stereotype, not an evidence-based personality category. This entry describes the cultural belief while clearly separating it from science and psychology.