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Breathing Underwater - A profound poem of healing
Breathing Underwater - A profound poem of healing
Breathing Underwater - A profound poem of healing
Tuesday 23rd June 2020
Mark L Lockwood discusses Carol Bieleck's 'Breathing Underwater', highlighting its role in healing depression, trauma, anxiety, and addiction through contemplative wisdom.
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Get the buttons here!Breathing Underwater: Healing Through Poetry and Contemplative Wisdom
When the sea comes calling, you stop being neighbours, well acquainted, friendly at a distance neighbours, and you give your house for a coral castle and you learn to breathe underwater.
Picture a house by the sea, constantly challenged by the waves. This evocative imagery is at the heart of Carol Bieleck's poem 'Breathing Underwater', which is the focal point of this episode of 'Contemplative Intelligence & Spiritual Transformation' with Mark L Lockwood. The poem, woven into the fabric of Mark's contemplative intelligence program, has been a beacon of hope for many grappling with depression, trauma, anxiety, and addiction.
Mark takes listeners on a journey through the poem's powerful metaphors, illustrating how the sea represents life's overwhelming challenges and the house symbolizes our inner selves. The choice to either drown or learn to breathe underwater becomes a metaphor for resilience and transformation. Through contemplative practices and centering prayer, Mark explains how individuals can find the strength to face their struggles head-on and emerge stronger. What makes this episode stand out is Mark's unique blend of scientific and spiritual insights.
He emphasizes that true healing requires tapping into both realms. By engaging with poetry like 'Breathing Underwater', listeners can access deeper layers of understanding and self-awareness, paving the way for personal growth and emotional healing. Mark's discussion is not just about the poem itself but also about the broader implications of using poetry as a tool for healing.
He encourages listeners to explore other poetic works, suggesting that the wisdom found in poetry can be a powerful catalyst for self-discovery and transformation. This episode is a heartfelt invitation to embrace contemplative intelligence and use it as a guiding light through life's turbulent waters. Whether you're struggling with mental health issues or simply seeking a deeper connection with your inner self, this episode offers valuable insights and practical tools to help you navigate your journey.
Tune in to 'Contemplative Intelligence & Spiritual Transformation' with Mark L Lockwood and discover how poetry and contemplation can help you breathe underwater.