Course

Meaning in a Disenchanted Age: Myth, Mind, and Spirituality in the 21st Century

A guided path through modern meaning-making, blending myth, psychology, and spiritual imagination. By the end, you will have a practical framework for living with more depth, wonder, and moral clarity.

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Quick Facts

Format
Text-based
Optional PDFs
Length
7 sessions
Time
~45 to 75 min per session
Cost
Free
Pay what you want optional

Who It's For

  • People navigating a modern meaning crisis.
  • Spiritually curious readers who want depth without dogma.
  • Jung, myth, and archetype enthusiasts.
  • Reflective readers craving a slower, wiser pace.
  • Small group leaders looking for a thoughtful structure.

What You'll Explore

  • Myth and archetype as maps for inner life.
  • Practical inner work and the journey to the self.
  • Evolving faith in a plural, postmodern world.
  • Wonder, beauty, and the recovery of awe.
  • Ethics, community, and the shared good.
  • Technology and the search for a future synthesis.

Syllabus / Sessions

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Session 1. The Modern Crisis of Meaning

Why disenchantment happened and what it left behind in our inner worlds.

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Session 2. Mythic Archetypes and the Collective Unconscious

How ancient patterns still shape our stories, fears, and hopes.

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Session 3. Journey to the Inner Self

Practices for meeting the deeper layers of the psyche with honesty.

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Session 4. Evolving Faith

What spiritual maturity looks like when certainty fades.

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Session 5. Rediscovering Wonder

Reclaiming awe, beauty, and reverence in everyday life.

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Session 6. Ethics and Society

How personal meaning becomes shared responsibility.

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Session 7. A Synthesis

Drawing the threads together into a coherent way of life.

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How to Take It

Move through the sessions in order. One a week gives you time to reflect, but you can also binge if you prefer. Bring a notebook, and expect optional reflection questions to appear in each session soon.

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FAQ

Is it really free?

Yes. The course is free to read. The donation option is completely optional.

Do I need an account?

No account needed. Just click and read.

Can I do this with a small group?

Absolutely. The sessions are designed to work well with group discussion.

Will there be PDFs?

Yes, PDF summaries and reflection prompts will be added over time.

Can I share it?

Please do. Share the link and invite others to read along.