Black Beryl The Mandala of Animist Forces, with Josh Schrei
Jun 9, 2025
In a captivating conversation, Josh Schrei, a storyteller and sound artist, dives into the interplay between spirituality and the animistic world. He discusses the role of Tibetan weather makers and the profound effects of shamanic practices. The trance-inducing power of storytelling is explored, showcasing how narratives can deepen our spiritual connection. Lists of spiritual entities, both dark and light, reveal the complexities of navigating these forces. Schrei urges listeners to embrace the wisdom found in darkness while celebrating the interconnectedness of diverse cultural rituals.
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Animism: Mind's Relational Context
- Animist traditions see spirit entities as integral, not dark or delusional.
- Mind includes relationships with external forces, not just isolated individual consciousness.
Personal Story of Spirit Experience
- Josh's mother had spiritual experiences in a Zen environment, dismissed as delusion.
- Traditional systems recognize these as genuine spirit visitations, showing cultural context matters.
Universality of Ritual Frameworks
- All humans have frameworks shaping spirit experiences; 'no framework' is also a framework.
- Core ritual structures and animist mandalas appear across cultures despite local variations.