Communication Quote by Kilroy J. Oldster
““The communication function of modern writers is akin to the ancient role fulfilled by tribal shamans. All writers ultimately perform a shamanistic role in society; their mythmaking voices speak to us from the underworld after their passage to the other side. Writers place themselves in a trance-like state where their unconscious mind dictates to them what to write.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: Modern Writing as Shamanism, 2020
Writers act like contemporary shamans, channeling collective unconscious to create myths that guide society.
In simple terms: Writers serve as modern mythmakers.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the deeper cultural role of writing.
Themes
mythmaking
creativity
culture
Mood
reflective
inspired
Type
philosophical
observational
When to use this quote
- literary analysis
- creative workshops
- community storytelling
Key Concepts
shamanism
collective unconscious
narrative power
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your writing reflect collective myths?
- What responsibilities arise from this role?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may overstate literal influence of writers.
