The Sacred Speaks 119: Solo - Mentorship and the Archetypal Masculine: A Sacred Transmission
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Apr 5, 2025 This discussion dives into the rich concept of mentorship, reflecting on its sacred roots and personal significance. It explores how early mentorship experiences shape our journeys, with music serving as a powerful mentor in one's life. Insights from notable figures like Richard Rohr and James Hollis illuminate the journey of self-discovery through mentorship. The conversation also touches on the archetypal masculine, marriage as a process of commitment, and the upcoming exploration of the feminine, inviting listeners to reflect on their own mentors and creative aspirations.
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Mentor As Sacred Channel
- John Price links the word mentor to Homer's Odyssey and the divine influence of Athena guiding Telemachus.
- He frames mentorship as a sacred channel where guidance can reveal aspects of our becoming.
Music As First True Mentor
- John recounts early mentors felt transactional and shallow except for music, which felt radically other and sacred to him.
- Music acted as a portal that revealed deeper calling and set the tone for later spiritual development.
Therapy That Opened Inner Life
- John describes transformative therapy with a therapist named Charlene who taught him to inquire and express spirit.
- That therapeutic mentorship supported him through a 'dark night' and opened contemplative practices that shifted his life.
