11. When the Signal Won’t Translate: Living Symbolically in a Literal World

In this episode of Reverence for Rêverie, Marrissa explores the challenges of living symbolically in a world that prioritizes literalism. They discuss the grief associated with being a symbolic being in a culture that demands proof and clarity, emphasizing the importance of feeling and experiencing truths that cannot be easily articulated. The conversation delves into the power of translation, the significance of holding one's frequency, and the call to embrace the symbolic nature of existence, encouraging listeners to trust their own knowing and to let their signals resonate with those who are ready to receive them.

Takeaways

We are not here to explain ourselves into belonging.

The symbolic is often dismissed as unproductive or delusional.

Consciousness arises from the depths of feeling, not just the mind.

The right brain recognizes context and paradox, unlike the left.

Not everything needs to be understood; some truths are meant to be felt.

You are here to sharpen perception, not simplify your essence.

Meaning is made in the field, not just in the mind.

Chapters

00:00 Embodying Frequency in a Literal World

03:05 The Grief of Symbolic Existence

06:03 The Power of Translation and Its Pitfalls

08:56 Living Symbolically: A Call to Action

Keywords

symbolism, consciousness, translation, symbolic intelligence, depth, meaning, culture, psychoanalysis, imagery, resonance