One thing that I incorporated into my practice that I didn’t see coming was the nine elements of Hip Hop. Which are laid out by KRS-One, in his song “9 Elements,”:

1. Breakin’: This refers to breakdancing, an energetic form of street dance that includes various moves such as spins, freezes, and power moves. (This is incorporated into my practices of Dance and my practices of martial arts as they are connected in my practice.)
2. Emceein’: This is the art of MCing, or rapping. It involves the delivery of rhymes and wordplay over beats and is a key element in hip hop music. (This is connected to my practices of poetry, and language specifically how it is used with incantations when related to the Arskasa.)
3. Graffiti Art: Often simply known as graffiti, this element involves visual art, typically executed in public spaces, often with spray paint. It’s considered a form of self-expression and rebellion against norms. (This is connected to my Sigil practice.)
4. Deejayin’: DJing involves manipulating sounds and music on turntables to create new music. It’s a fundamental aspect of hip hop, often providing the beats to which MCs rap. (This is connected to my practice of music magick.)
5. Beatboxin’: This is the art of producing drum beats, rhythm, and musical sounds using one’s mouth, lips, tongue, and voice. It’s often used to accompany rappers in the absence of instrumental beats. (This is connected to my practice of music magick.)
6. Street Fashion: This element reflects the distinctive styles of clothing and accessories that originated from the hip hop culture, often characterized by items like oversized clothes, sneakers, and caps. (This is connected to my practice of cultural clothing for my tradition and how that is used to portray people style and express their skaknao.)
7. Street Language: This refers to the vernacular and slang that originate from hip hop culture and communities, often used in rap lyrics and everyday conversation. (This is again connected to my understanding of the Arskasa.)
8. Street Knowledge: This element encompasses the knowledge and awareness of the social, political, and economic realities that shape the urban experience and hip hop culture. (This is connected to my understandings of philosophy, rhetoric, and political involvement.)
9. Street Entrepreneurialism: This involves the business aspects of hip hop, such as starting independent record labels, promoting concerts, and other ventures that allow artists and others in the culture to earn a living from their craft. (so far this is more just connected to the hustle. Which we all have to do and it may be connect to money and career Magick.)

These elements are closely aligned with facets of my existing practice and have intersected with my philosophy, spirituality, or religious beliefs. However, they represent a comprehensive system that embraces all aspects of living in the world.