

Sharon Blackie: The Choice to Belong & Land Needing Us
Dec 7, 2021
Sharon Blackie, an award-winning writer and teacher, dives into the intersection of psychology, mythology, and ecology. She reflects on her transformative time in the Outer Hebrides, discussing our often complex relationship with belonging and place. Blackie explores the idea of sovereignty in Gaelic tradition, emphasizing the importance of connecting deeply with the land. She also delves into Celtic mythology, inviting us to explore the mysteries of the 'other world' and the role of elder narratives in personal growth. Her insights resonate with environmental harmony and the mythic imagination.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Belonging to the Land
02:18 • 18min
Transformative Connections with the Red Kite
20:47 • 4min
Connecting with the Land: Belonging and Sovereignty
24:57 • 20min
Understanding the Other World: Layers of Reality in Celtic Mythology
44:45 • 3min
Exploring Elderhood Through Myth and Story
47:30 • 3min