Know Thyself The Dark Night of the Soul
Mar 26, 2021
Delve into the transformative experience known as 'The Dark Night of the Soul,' drawing on insights from St. John of the Cross. The discussion emphasizes resilience amidst despair and distinguishes spiritual crises from clinical depression. Embrace personal growth through hidden truths and community support, likening our journeys to musicians in an orchestra. The hosts reflect on the importance of mentorship, compassion, and collective healing. Explore the exciting future of their work, hinting at innovative content on the horizon.
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Naming The Shared Spiritual Crisis
- St. John of the Cross put a universal, confusing spiritual experience into language that others could recognize.
- Naming the dark night reframes loneliness as a shared stage in spiritual evolution.
St. John’s Imprisonment And Poem
- Daniel recounts St. John of the Cross being jailed in a tiny cell and writing through his suffering.
- After escaping, John shared his poem and reflections with monastic communities who found it transformative.
Dark Night vs Clinical Depression
- The dark night differs fundamentally from clinical depression and carries a spiritual test quality.
- Mislabeling it as depression can prevent recognizing its transformative purpose.
