GODS´R´US
Can reality repeatedly mirror ancient myths?
Dear Readers-&-Friends,
I am sharing this link because I think it is a valuable article from Sean Kelly on Heraclitus, Greek philosopher, via his Classical Wisdom Substack.
I find it amazing that ancient knowledge and wisdom is so readily available to anyone who enjoys it - and how it can fuel discussions and conclusions about modern life and business with workable correlations and proper comparisons. I hope you find it useful and enlightening as well.
On a second note, I would like to do a short survey about this idea for a 1-hour lecture (that could evolve into a 3-hour course) named "GODS´R´US" (Yes: pulling-a-leg with toys, animes, mythology and self-imagery!), exploring the age-old pattern of overthrowing authority figures and the myths that inform it.
1. Are you concerned about the behavior of young people today?
2. Are you curious about the reasons behind their need to detach from authority figures?
3. Can you relate to the matter on a personal level? (considering family teens at home, at school and in their own social environment)
4. How do you like this (mythological) approach to the theme?
5. What suggestions would you like to make?
6. Would you personally engage in a 1-hour lecture to get an introduction to this topic?
7. Would you be willing to find out more about it in a 3-hour course?
8. Besides aimed at parents, educators and counselors: do you see any other equally adherent target populations?
9. Would you recommend this summary and video to your personal network and ask them to share opinions and suggestions?
10. Any additional comments or suggestions?
If you wish to collaborate in this survey, please, send your answers and suggestions to: lubashivaya@gmail.com | Thanks!
Summary:
The need for young people to detach from figures of authority, rules, and command and control is a necessary step towards becoming self-sufficient and independent adults.
By using techniques such as providing opportunities for decision-making and gradually releasing responsibility, parents, educators, and counselors can help empower young people into independence, autonomy, and self-sufficiency, while maintaining a positive, constructive, and creative relationship with older generations and authorities.
Drawing from ancient Greek mythology, our presentation delves into the story of Zeus, animation, who overthrew his father from the Olympus and ushered in a new era of influence based on self-worth, virtues, and courage.
We examine how this story relates to modern-day youth and their desire to assert their independence.
Video/intro/teaser on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3GKkjwq
Production: MetaBiz | Soundtrack | Animations
Through engaging discussion and interactive exercises, we explore the reasons behind this behavior and offer strategies for parents, educators and youth advocates to help support young people in their journey towards autonomy, while maintaining a healthy relationship with authority figures.
As young people grow and mature, it is natural for them to seek independence and autonomy. This desire often leads to a detachment from figures of authority, rules, and command and control. While this detachment can be unsettling for parents, educators, and counselors, it is a necessary step towards becoming self-sufficient and independent adults.
One of the main reasons behind this need to detach from figures of authority is the need to develop a sense of identity. As young people grow, they begin to question the world around them and develop their own unique perspective. This often means that they need to distance themselves from the beliefs and values of older generations in order to find their own path.
Another reason is the need to learn through experience. Young people need to make mistakes and learn from them in order to grow and develop. This means that they need to be given the freedom to make their own decisions, even if those decisions are not always the best ones.
In order to empower young people into independence, autonomy, and self-sufficiency, parents, educators, and counselors can use a variety of techniques and concepts.
One such technique is to provide opportunities for young people to make decisions and take responsibility for their own actions. This could involve giving them a say in family decisions, allowing them to choose their own extracurricular activities, or encouraging them to take on leadership roles in school or community organizations.
Another concept that can be useful is the idea of gradual release of responsibility. This involves giving young people increasing levels of autonomy and independence over time, as they demonstrate their ability to handle the responsibility.
This can be a challenging concept for parents, educators, and counselors, as it requires them to let go of control and trust that young people will make responsible decisions.
Finally, it is important to maintain a positive, constructive, and creative relationship with older generations and authorities. This means that parents, educators, and counselors should provide support and guidance, while also allowing young people the freedom to explore their own ideas and perspectives.
By maintaining this positive relationship, young people are more likely to feel comfortable seeking advice and guidance when they need it.
Our 1-hour lecture is perfect for those seeking an introduction to this topic,
…while our 3-hour course offers a deeper dive into the subject matter, with practical tools and techniques for those seeking to implement change in their own communities.
Aimed at parents, educators, and counselors can help empower young people into independence, autonomy, and self-sufficiency, while maintaining a positive, constructive, and creative relationship with older generations and authorities.
Instructor:
Fernando Romano´s bio | Instagram1 | Instagram2 | Facebook1 | Facebook2 | Facebook3
T.A.O.: "Thought Academy Online" - LECTURE & COURSE: "GODS´R´US"
More info.: https://bit.ly/3zQpVBt | Slideshare
Related program: Father & Son (in Brazilian Portuguese)
