Note from the Subconscious Mind
In a thought-provoking article published on December 23, 20XX, the author delves into the shifting landscape of global mythology, particularly the emergence of a new myth that challenges the traditional village mythos. This piece, titled "Left and Right as Cosmological Systems," offers a fascinating exploration of the idea of consciousness defending reason and protecting itself, while also allowing the chaotic life of the unconscious to have its way.
The article draws upon the insights of Joseph Campbell, an esteemed expert on symbols and myths, who discusses two types of mythology: right-hand mythology, which fixes one in the world, and left-hand mythology, which follows one's own bliss into a life of danger and creativity. Campbell's interpretation of the left/right symbolism is being challenged, but his lectures on Jung and mythology, as well as works by the Joseph Campbell Foundation, offer deeper insight into this intriguing concept.
Campbell's dichotomy between right-hand and left-hand mythology metaphorically represents complementary or conflicting spiritual paths. The right-hand path, symbolising conformity with established order and morality, contrasts with the left-hand path, which represents rebellion, initiation into deeper self-knowledge, and transcendence of societal bounds. This dichotomy plays into Campbell’s broader views on myth as a route to explore metaphysical and transcendent truths beyond rigid moralities or religious dogmas.
However, the author's personal experiences add an interesting twist to this discussion. In a series of dreams, their left hand became detached from their wrist and could not be reattached. Interpreting this left hand as a symbol of a good thing, despite it being inferior to their right hand, the author reflects on the potential perversion of roles in this new global myth.
The author acknowledges that the left is not responsible for the replacement of village mythos with globalist mythos. Instead, a new conformist non-conformism is emerging, a false left and a false right. This new enlightenment lacks myths, symbols, corrective dreams, or unconscious processes that are essential for personal and collective growth.
As we navigate this changing political order, the author suggests reading Eric Voegelin's New Science of Politics for next week, offering a deeper understanding of the role of mythology in shaping our societies. The author also apologizes for any disparaging remarks towards their left hand and the left in general, acknowledging their proper function and the potential perversion of their role.
In conclusion, this article serves as a thought-provoking exploration of the symbolic roles of left and right in Campbell’s mythological framework, and the potential implications of these roles in the emerging global mythology. As we continue to grapple with these shifting realities, it is essential to remember the transformative power of mythology in shaping our understanding of the world and ourselves.
[1] Campbell, Joseph. "The Hero with a Thousand Faces." Princeton University Press, 2008. [3] Campbell, Joseph. "The Power of Myth." Anchor Books, 2008. [5] Joseph Campbell Foundation. "Joseph Campbell and the Power of Myth." 2021. https://www.jcf.org/collections/joseph-campbell-and-the-power-of-myth/
- In light of the changing political landscape, the author recommends reading Eric Voegelin's "New Science of Politics" for a deeper understanding of the role of mythology in shaping societies.
- The author contemplates the potential perversion of roles in the new global mythology, as depicted in a series of dreams where their left hand became detached and symbolized a good thing despite being considered inferior to their right hand.
- The author's exploration of left and right as cosmological systems finds intersection with discussions in health-and-wellness, mental-health, science, politics, and general-news as they delve into Joseph Campbell's works and the emerging global mythology's impact on personal and collective growth.
