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David Whyte (Part 1)
Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin
Writer’s block, reluctance and metaphorical death
Reluctance often signals the necessity to confront deeper issues, particularly the metaphorical death associated with creativity. This 'writer's block' stems from an unwillingness to let go of the familiar, symbolizing a fear of losing one's identity or comfort zone. The act of writing parallels a shedding of skin, analogous to how animals discard their old layers to grow. This process is rooted in the understanding that to evolve or create, one must embrace transformation, letting go of outdated beliefs and protective barriers. The biblical reference of Moses being instructed to 'shed your shoes' underscores the importance of relinquishing what no longer serves us, revealing that while these familiarities have guided us, true growth lies in stepping onto new ground, unencumbered and free.
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