• Catherine experienced her faith journey in small, incremental shifts.
• Questioning beliefs can lead to deeper understanding and growth.
• Maturity in faith involves embracing uncertainty and mystery.
• The divine can be understood through both masculine and feminine imagery.
• Catherine's experiences with church communities shaped her views on faith.
• The journey of questioning can be seen as an invitation to grow.
• Feminine imagery for God exists in scripture but is often overlooked.
• Cultural norms have historically marginalized feminine perspectives in faith.
• The church's patriarchal structure influences perceptions of God.
• Reclaiming feminine imagery can enrich spiritual experiences. Gender roles in faith are often seen as divinely designed.
• Both men and women are created in God's image.
• The interpretation of scripture is influenced by human perspectives.
• Cognitive dissonance is prevalent in faith communities.
• Inerrancy of scripture can reflect patriarchal biases.
• Jesus elevated women in his teachings and actions.
• The divine feminine can unlock new spiritual insights.
• Historical context is crucial for understanding biblical texts.
• Faith communities often struggle with contradictory beliefs.
• A feminine perspective of God can provide healing for those with father wounds.

Links:

Book: https://tinyurl.com/k9c472uf

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/loved-called-gifted/id1627936653

Web: https://catherine-cowell.medium.com/

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takeaways

• Lauren's required reading is 'Life of Pi' for its depth.
• 'Grapes of Wrath' illustrates systemic evil in society.
• Growing up in a fundamentalist bubble shaped her faith.
• Trauma led to a painful deconstruction of her beliefs.
• Emotional prosperity gospel can distort faith expectations.
• Therapy was a crucial step in her healing process.
• Traveling to India was a leap of faith for her.
• Cultural immersion helped her rebuild trust.
• Trusting oneself is a vital part of recovery.
• Vulnerability is essential for self-acceptance. Cultural connections can lead to profound moments of acceptance.
• Alienation in evangelicalism can hinder personal healing.
• Family dynamics often influence our ability to confront pain.
• Transformative experiences can occur in mundane settings.
• Liminal spaces encourage open-handed living and receptivity.
• Reincarnation offers a different perspective on death and rebirth.
• Travel fosters humility and a sense of wonder.
• Navigating relationships requires understanding and compassion.
• Certainty can be found in embracing uncertainty.
• Deconstruction is a unique journey that requires patience and self-affirmation.

Chapters:

• Introduction and Warm Welcome
• Literary Influences and Required Reading
• Faith Foundations and Deconstruction
• Trauma and the Crisis of Faith
• Therapy and the Journey to Healing
• Traveling to India: A Leap of Faith
• Cultural Immersion and Trust Building
• Rebuilding Trust in Oneself
• Embracing Vulnerability and Self-Acceptance
• Cultural Connections and Acceptance
• The Alienation of Self in Evangelicalism
• The Impact of Family and Community on Healing
• Transformative Moments in Mundane Spaces
• Liminal Spaces and Open-Handed Living
• Reincarnation and Cycles of Life
• Traveling and Humility
• Navigating Relationships Through Change
• Finding Certainty in Uncertainty
• Embracing the Journey of Deconstruction

Links:

Website: https://laurencibene.com/

Substack: https://laurencibene.substack.com/?ref=website

Book: Tiger in a Lifeboat

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takeaways

• Bach's music exemplifies a pure expression of creativity.
• Creativity flows from a dance between internal and external influences.
• Individuality is a unique expression of the universal flow.
• Consciousness transcends the boundaries of ego and identity.
• The sacred can be found in everyday moments and experiences.
• Rituals can help us recognize the sacred in our lives.
• Creativity requires both chaos and order to flourish.
• The ego can hinder creativity by imposing limitations.
• Being present is essential to experiencing the sacred.
• Every moment is an opportunity to find the sacred. Creativity involves a balance between chaos and order.
• Both feminine and masculine energies are essential in artistic expression.
• Shame in music can be addressed through honest, first-person narratives.
• Theological language can perpetuate shame if not handled carefully.
• Integration of different parts of oneself leads to a more holistic identity.
• Non-dual perspectives can help bridge gaps in understanding spirituality.
• The question of identity is central to personal growth and understanding.
• Every part of us has a purpose, even those that seem negative.
• Transcending old beliefs requires including them in our new understanding.
• The essence of spirituality is recognizing our shared humanity.

Chapters

• Introduction and Setting the Scene
• The Genius of Bach and Creative Flow
• The Dance of Individuality and Ego
• Consciousness and the Nature of Reality
• Defining the Sacred in Everyday Life
• Creativity: Balancing Chaos and Order
• The Dance of Creativity: Balancing Chaos and Order
• Navigating Shame in Music and Theology
• Integrating Parts: The Journey of Self-Discovery
• The Question of Identity: Who Am I?

Links

Music: Gungor Music

Podcast: The Liturgist Podcast

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