Dr. Surrey’s presentation is called “The Heart of Myth”
We may think of the heart of things as their center and fundamental essence. Myth, as a reflection of reality as it truly is, may touch upon the center and fundamental essence in the most profound way. In order to understand myth and the heart in this way, we must understand the heart of myth. Having an understanding of the heart of myth may help us improve our relationship with it and make its mysterious nature less daunting. This improved relationship with myth may in turn make the prospect of understanding the mystery of self less daunting as well. As mythologists, what we must all strive to do is understand what the heart of myth is so that we may uncover the foundational nature of Being itself.
About Dr. Surrey
Shane Surrey has a PhD and Master of Arts Degree in mythological studies with an emphasis in depth psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in literature, communications, and media from American Jewish University. His main academic interests include examining the relationship between mythology and popular culture as well as exploring various theories pertaining to mythology. Apart from his interests in academia, Shane is also attentive to storytelling in the mediums of video games, comic books, and television. Shane lives in Pasadena, California.