The Blindboy Podcast Humanistic Psychology in the myth of King Midas
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Dec 27, 2023 The podcast discusses the Greek myth of King Midas and its relevance to authenticity and meaning in life. It explores the similarities between King Midas and micro-influencers on Instagram, and delves into the concepts of healthy aspiration versus unhealthy envy and resentment. The story of King Midas emphasizes the importance of living authentically and finding happiness, and highlights the value of genuine connections over external achievements.
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Christmas Eve Cat Banquet Chaos
- Blindboy recounts gifting six chicken breasts to neighborhood cats which triggered a chaotic 3am cat fight.
- The scene culminated in all the chicken disappearing and a child waking up crying from the noise.
Blindboy Retells The King Midas Myth
- Blindboy tells the full Midas myth: Midas hospitality to Silenus led to meeting Dionysus who grants the golden-touch wish.
- The wish turns roses, food and his daughter Zoe to gold, producing misery and the wish's reversal at a river.
The Garden As Present-Moment Wealth
- The rose garden symbolizes present-moment richness and intrinsic worth.
- Losing simple experiences revealed to Midas that love and presence were his true wealth.