Matt Maes | Creativity, Consciousness & the Mythic Journey of Becoming

Ep 246 One World in a New World with Matt MaesWhat if the path to a better world begins with curiosity?In this inspiring episode of One World in a New World, Zen Benefiel sits down with artist, educator, visual storyteller, and Octopus Movement co-founder Matt Maes to explore creativity, consciousness, personal sovereignty, mythic thinking, and humanity's collective evolution.Matt shares his personal journey through neurodiversity, depression, artistic discovery, meditation, mythology, and the lifelong pursuit of truth. Together, Zen and Matt dive into profound questions about identity, belonging, intuition, spirituality, coherence, and the role of creativity in transforming both individuals and society.Topics include:🎨 Creativity as a path to sovereignty🧠 Neurodiversity and unique ways of perceiving reality🌎 Unity consciousness and interconnected humanity✨ Intuition, inspiration, and the creative process📖 Mythology and archetypes as guides for life🌱 Personal transformation through curiosity and wonder🤝 Community, belonging, and collective flourishing⚡ The relationship between spirituality and science🌍 Building a more coherent and compassionate futureOne of Matt's most powerful insights:"Creativity is a faculty of sovereignty."And perhaps the central message of the entire conversation:Curiosity leads to exploration, exploration leads to understanding, and understanding becomes embodiment.This is a conversation for artists, visionaries, seekers, educators, entrepreneurs, and anyone who believes humanity can become something greater than it is today.👉 Subscribe for more transformational conversations👉 Visit PlanetaryCitizens.net for free books and resources👉 Join us in exploring harmony among people and planetBecause a better world begins with better questions.❓ Questions This Episode ExploresWhat role does curiosity play in personal transformation?How does creativity connect to personal sovereignty?What can mythology teach us about modern life?Why do many creative people feel different or disconnected?How do intuition and rationality work together?What is coherence and why does it matter?Can spirituality and science be reconciled?How do we build communities of empowered individuals?Why is wonder essential to learning?How can humanity evolve toward greater unity?Connect with Matt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mythic-matt-maes-844b1a3b/Matt's Artistry: https://www.quantumkeyholestudio.com/#MattMaes, #Creativity, #Consciousness, #PersonalGrowth, #HumanPotential, #Mythology, #Coherence, #OneWorldinaNewWorldJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuZl_29zHxehqeL89KSCWFA/join__________A different view of reality: https://youtu.be/uhhWJhwEtX8🎁 Support This Public Charity: https://PlanetaryCitizens.net/donate 🎁Connect with Zen: / zenbenefiel Zen's books: https://amazon.com/author/zendorZen's Coaching: https://BeTheDream.com Zen's CV et al: https://zenbenefiel.comThe Octopus Movement (non-linear thinkers): https://theoctopusmovement.orgJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuZl_29zHxehqeL89KSCWFA/join