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12. The Animate Everything (w/ Sophie Strand)
Oct 20, 2021
Writer Sophie Strand discusses re-enchantment, the animist revival, ecological storytelling, and the meaning of death and change. They explore topics such as the connection between social strife and the split between matter and spirit, the conflicting views on the internet and technology, the role of the transcendent in the cycle of decay and renewal, and the importance of effective communication and storytelling.
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- Reenchanting our engagement with the world through myth, archetypal language, and metaphor is essential for cultivating a sense of magic and interconnectedness.
- Adopting an animistic worldview that recognizes the agency and aliveness of all beings promotes a more intimate and respectful relationship with the natural environment.
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Reenchanting the World through Mythopoiac Synthesis
In this podcast episode, Sophie Strand discusses the importance of reenchanting our engagement with the world by embracing meaningful connections with myth, archetypal language, poetry, and metaphor. She emphasizes the intersection of spirituality and ecology, highlighting the need to move away from the disenchantment caused by a scientific perspective that separates matter and spirit. Sophie explores the concept of reenchantment through the lens of storytelling and the power of myth in bringing back a sense of magic and interconnectedness to our lives. She also advocates for an animistic worldview that recognizes the aliveness and agency of all beings, encouraging a more intimate relationship with the local environment.
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