Write with Impact
“For now we see in a
mirror dimly, but then face to face;….. . But now abide faith, hope, love,
these three; but the greatest of these is love.” 1 Corinthians 13: 12-13
A mirror reflects images. Outer landscapes often act as mirrors in
myth and fantasy, allowing the characters and/or reader a deeper insight into
themselves, a reflection of their inner (soul) landscape, and recognition of
shared humanity. When the inner and outer landscapes connect, this combination
often illumines spiritual imagery through mirrors and maps. They translate the
character’s internal landscape for him/her.
In a similar way the mythic stories that are handed down from
generation to generation act as mirrors of hope. They include an assortment of
proverbs, parables, wisdom stories, creation, family heritage, cultural, songs,
fairy tales, and folktales. But a common thread they all share are that the
stories are considered of value, the reality of what has gone before and the
promises that the future will bring. Through a heart of love they continue to
pass along hope.
In some ways myth as hope is tied into myth as yearning
although this is not a fabricated put on a happy face future, but rather an
expectation based on experience and relationships and truth. It is hope in
story that brings about new beginnings. It shares dreams fitted with solid
hiking boots.
James N. Frey, in his book The Key, points out that a hero’s journey does not necessarily mean
the hero will survive, but rather that he succeeds and if he perishes—he dies
victorious.
“The hero faces
natural fears. They include the terrors of height, fire, wild animals, creepy
things, dark places, claustrophobic spaces, physical combat, inhospitable
environments, monsters, evil spirits, and perils involving water: storms at
sea, rapids and so on.” James N Frey
When we can connect our stories to these characteristics and
the patterns they provide as they pass down through generations, then we
discover and develop personal essence that resonates today. They bridge the
past, the present and the future with possibilities—with hope.
Share: What is the
first novel you remember reading that gave you a sense of timeless hope?
Read deep,
marcy
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