The Return to Neverland

The moment when “what should be” becomes “what is” Narthex Merch Store: https://bemightee.com/collections/elc In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the concept of self-salvation and its roots in early childhood, as we strive to earn praise and approval throughout our lives. However, while we are adept at acquiring, we often struggle with loss. The conversation explores Ernest Becker's Pulitzer Prize-winning book, "The Denial of Death," which suggests that all griefs, big or small, are reflections of our fear of death. We discuss the philosophical approaches to handling this fear, contrasting the Stoic method of detachment with the Epicurean embrace of life's pleasures. Both schools address the same existential problem: the inevitability of change and death. We explore the emotional and intellectual responses to grief and the impact of societal and personal events that remind us of our mortality. The episode also touches on profound philosophical and theological ideas, including Nietzsche's concept of nihilism and how Christianity offers a perspective of hope and redemption. Through the lens of famous literary figures like C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien, we examine the human longing for paradise and how the resurrection of Jesus provides a promise of eternal life. Join us as we navigate the complexities of grief, the denial of death, and the search for meaning in a world where change is constant and inevitable.