Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture Student Culture and the Occult (with Walt Mueller)
Oct 31, 2019
Walt Mueller, founder of the Center for Parent/Youth Understanding, delves into the dynamic influences of culture on today's youth. He emphasizes how culture serves as both a map and mirror, shaping beliefs and behaviors. Discussing the rise of expressive individualism, he warns against the subtle ways the occult may infiltrate student life. By unpacking supernatural themes in media like Stranger Things, he highlights the importance of understanding youth perspectives. Mueller offers practical insights for parents, particularly around sensitive topics like Halloween.
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Culture As Map And Mirror
- Culture functions as both a map that prescribes beliefs and behaviors and a mirror that reflects what kids are engaging with.
- Walt Mueller urges observing youth media to understand and better communicate with students.
Practice Dual Listening Daily
- Do dual listening: read Scripture and pay attention to the world to spot macro cultural trends.
- Also examine your local microculture to see what uniquely shapes your students' beliefs and behaviors.
Rise Of Expressive Individualism
- Youth culture shifted from modern rationality to postmodern expressive individualism that sells emotion and worldview.
- This individualism drives fluid identities and a buffet spirituality among young people.
