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Becoming a Ruin: Decomposing and Regrowing the Mythic with Sophie Strand
The Emerald
Embracing the concept of becoming a ruin and good dirt
The concept of becoming a ruin and embracing the idea of becoming good dirt is prevalent in various mythologies and stories. It suggests that individuals, in their normal waking consciousness, must transform themselves into ruins to make way for others' growth. Building a family involves transforming oneself into a fertile ground for others to flourish. The presence of more bacterial cells than human cells in our body reinforces the idea of constantly being the compost or soil for something else to grow. This prompts the consideration of whether one is narrating their own story or the story of the bacteria inside them. Ultimately, the focus is on transforming oneself into good dirt, as described in the analogy of becoming a ruin.
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