This week we'll be discussing Ragnarok, that most hardcore of myths and how it's actually quite a sweet story of how we need to be more accepting of accidents.
Your post was a pleasure to read, sparking a fascinating reflection on how, across cultures, mythology personifies chaos as necessary for transformation. I'm reminded of the myth of Persephone in Greek mythology, whose annual descent into the underworld and subsequent return heralds the changing seasons and symbolizes life's enduring capacity for renewal. Moreover, both these narratives beautifully parallel certain Buddhist principles that teach us to embrace the impermanence of life.
What resonates deeply from these tales—and your insightful commentary—is the idea that chaos proceeds transformation or innovation. In embracing the chaos/change/impermanence, we open ourselves to learning opportunities, personal growth, and maybe some profound wisdom. It's a journey that is not always marked by positivity either, underscoring that the path to enlightenment is often paved with challenges as much as it is with triumphs.
Alvin! Thank you so much for the compliment! That was exactly the notion I got from reading this 'Found Tale'. In fact, I think it's one of the most overlooked aspects of Ragnarok in general and yet it speaks to the most human part of it. Sure, "ships made of dead mens' nails" is pretty cool but you can't beat a cosmic reminder to just chill out, let change and a bit of chaos happen, and try to ride that scary wave of personal growth the best you can!
Your post was a pleasure to read, sparking a fascinating reflection on how, across cultures, mythology personifies chaos as necessary for transformation. I'm reminded of the myth of Persephone in Greek mythology, whose annual descent into the underworld and subsequent return heralds the changing seasons and symbolizes life's enduring capacity for renewal. Moreover, both these narratives beautifully parallel certain Buddhist principles that teach us to embrace the impermanence of life.
What resonates deeply from these tales—and your insightful commentary—is the idea that chaos proceeds transformation or innovation. In embracing the chaos/change/impermanence, we open ourselves to learning opportunities, personal growth, and maybe some profound wisdom. It's a journey that is not always marked by positivity either, underscoring that the path to enlightenment is often paved with challenges as much as it is with triumphs.
Alvin! Thank you so much for the compliment! That was exactly the notion I got from reading this 'Found Tale'. In fact, I think it's one of the most overlooked aspects of Ragnarok in general and yet it speaks to the most human part of it. Sure, "ships made of dead mens' nails" is pretty cool but you can't beat a cosmic reminder to just chill out, let change and a bit of chaos happen, and try to ride that scary wave of personal growth the best you can!