Dialogue with the Disowned: The Second Person as Masonic Practice
Download MP3Some voices within us remain silent—not because they have nothing to say, but because we’ve decided not to listen. In this episode, we explore the act of speaking from the perspectives we disown: parts of ourselves, others we reject, or emotions we avoid.
By adopting the second person in writing and speech, we create space for these exiled parts to speak—not to justify or accuse, but to be heard. This episode offers a practical framework for building internal bridges through symbolic dialogue, one that honors Masonic principles of reflection, connection, and repair.
🔑 Key Takeaways
- Writing in the second person allows compassionate perspective-taking
- Disowned parts of ourselves often hold essential emotional truth
- Symbolic dialogue is a Masonic act of healing and re-integration
💬 Featured Quotes
“The person you dislike may still be right.” [00:00:16]
“Write from the perspective of the person you can’t talk to.” [00:01:10]
“There’s a version of you that can speak like them.” [00:01:35]
“It’s hard to stay angry while writing with empathy.” [00:02:13]
Creators and Guests
Host
Brian Mattocks
Host and Founder of A Mason's Work - a podcast designed to help you use symbolism to grow. He's been working in the craft for over a decade and served as WM, trustee, and sat in every appointed chair in a lodge - at least once :D
