Horizon Quote by J. Michael Straczynski
“The point of mythology or myth is to point to the horizon and to point back to ourselves: This is who we are; this is where we came from; and this is where we're going. And a lot of Western society over the last hundred years - the last 50 years really - has lost that. We have become rather aimless and wandering.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Comic-Con Panel, 2015
Myths serve as mirrors, showing humanity its origins, identity, and future direction, a role lost in modern Western culture.
In simple terms: Stories reflect who we are and where we’re headed.
Key Takeaway
Re‑engage with mythic narratives.
Themes
identity
culture
meaning
history
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
cultural
When to use this quote
- Education
- media creation
- community dialogue
Key Concepts
mythology
collective unconscious
narrative theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What myths could guide today’s society?
- How can we revive mythic thinking?
A Different Perspective
Modern society may lack shared narratives to unite people.
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