Parallax The Path of the Wounded Hero: Becoming Homo Amor with Dr. Marc Gafni
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Aug 22, 2025 Dr. Marc Gafni, a spiritual teacher and philosopher famed for his work on Unique Self, dives deep into the journey of the wounded hero. He explores how personal trauma can transform into strength, emphasizing the alchemical process of turning pain into love and service. The discussion navigates the interplay between spirituality and leadership, drawing lessons from mythic narratives like the Fisher King. Gafni also highlights the importance of storytelling in shaping our realities and how shared narratives can foster collective healing.
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Woundology Shapes The World
- The untransformed wound is central to personal and global crises and can seed evil when left unresolved.
- Addressing woundology is necessary for joy, integrity, and meaningful leadership.
Evil Often Grows From Wounds
- Evil often arises from untransformed wounds rather than pure malice or only pleasure in harm.
- Preventing evil requires transforming wounds rather than romanticizing or ignoring them.
Wounds Create Choice Points
- Human beings are not neutral between light and dark; choice directs a vector toward heroism or demonism.
- Crucial moments of divergence are located at how we engage our wounds.
