Metaphor connects us with the Divine

Metaphor acts as a bridge between the human brain and spiritual dimensions, connecting us to realms of insight that lie beyond analytical reasoning.

When we shift from the linear, analytical way of knowing to a spatial, artistic mode rooted in metaphor, we open ourselves to a field of divine intelligence. Neuroanatomist Jill Bolte Taylor documented this in her book, My Stroke of Insight, describing how accessing this non-linear way of perceiving transformed her understanding of the world.

Yet, our culture remains fixated on the analytical mind, dismissing the profound power of metaphor. This oversight has limited our ability to tap into a deeper source of wisdom and creativity.

Metaphor has been at the heart of nearly all groundbreaking scientific discoveries and acts of genius. Visionaries like Niels Bohr, Richard Feynman, and Albert Einstein relied on metaphor to unlock revolutionary ideas. In fact, discovering the metaphor itself—the underlying symbolic insight—is often the act of genius.

This isn’t just true for science; it’s true in our personal lives as well. When we uncover the metaphor operating beneath the surface of our experiences, we gain clarity and the ability to create meaningful change.

Transformation of any kind—whether in our understanding of the universe or our own lives—depends on our willingness to engage with metaphor. It’s the doorway to new possibilities, the spark of creativity, and the foundation for true insight.

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