A Mason's Work

Symbols Speak Volumes


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Summary
Discover a fresh take on tackling sensitive topics, from workplace woes to personal hurdles, without the emotional overburden. Plus, get a unique perspective on the mental health aspect of weight loss using age-old Masonic wisdom—all in this intriguing episode!

Key Points
• Masonic language eases tough talks
• Symbols for deep, uncharged discussions
• 'As above, so below' in daily life
• Weight reflects mental state internally
• Converting Masonic concepts to advice

Best Quotes
00:01 - 00:12
• "The language of free masonry, the lexicon, the vocabulary, the words that you're gonna use when it comes to explaining and discussing sensitive topics is really quite useful."

00:12 - 00:22
• "It, it, the language itself using symbols tends to neutralize the emotional charge of a given sort of situation."

00:34 - 00:49
• "Using the Masonic language is a great way to have those conversations and at the same time not dig into the weeds in a way that brings a bunch of emotional, sort of baggage with it."

01:27 - 01:35
• "As above, so below, for example, as a concept, it's a, some masonic symbol for those of you that are maybe have forgotten as above."

02:01 - 02:08
• "The, the idea though is that our interior and our exterior are, are inextricably linked."

02:32 - 02:43
• "Weight loss is a really good example of mental health that could, at least, at least for me personally, right? We'll start with the, the personal conversation."

04:45 - 04:55
• "You can just say, what about the current situation is something that, how is for example, being, let's say overweight, accomplishing a goal for you."

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  • Brian Mattocks - Host
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