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Caffeine for the Soul with Michael Neill

Effing the Ineffable

Dec 4, 2023
The podcast explores the challenge of articulating the formless energy of life. They discuss metaphors for spirit, the definition of spirit as the animating force in life, and the hidden potential of life for transformation and growth.
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  • Metaphors are used to convey the concept of spirit, such as the animating force in life or the breath of life, which can be felt but not seen directly.
  • Spirit is the seed of potential transformation and growth, guiding the natural process of development and making things come alive.

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Articulating the Ineffable

Articulating the invisible, formless energy of life is a challenging task for spiritual philosophers. Despite the difficulty, it is valuable to use words to point to something that is all around us. Metaphors are often used to convey the concept of spirit, such as the animating force in life or the breath of life, which can be felt but not seen directly. Additionally, spirit is described as the energy of all things, transitioning between form and formless, and as the intelligence behind life. Deepening our awareness of spirit can enhance our experience of aliveness and enable us to come alive.

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