208. Ylva Björnberg and Alexander Crawford. Finding the space between worlds: the how, who and what of the anteroom
This is the third installment with Ylva and Alexander. This time we talk about the anteroom (mellanrum). This is the concept of the space between worlds where we can begin sensing and moving into what will come next. This is a powerful conversation about what it takes to go beyond the current paradigm. It is for those that are curious and interested about what is to come next. For those that have perhaps let go of some of what this world has to offer. For those that are doing this for something bigger than themselves, that long to be in service. Enjoy!
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Alexander Crawford and Ylva Björnberg came on the World of Wisdom 🎙️ Podcast EP208. This is a fascinating conversation about the who, what, how of the anteroom. Space where we invite transformation.
Here is the 10.000 foot view of a conversation that I recommend strongly to anyone operating in the space of transformation:
👀 What is it? The antechamber is that space between this paradigm and the one that is being born. It is a space between. A space where we enter together to explore or try on a different way of being than a space for finding a solution.
🤔How to get there? This is about facilitation and creating a container that allows for the subtle energies. It is the invitation of fully embodied knowing, processes (perhaps even ritual or ceremony) that allows connection to what some refer to as deep knowledge and deep time.
🧐 Who it's for? If you're curious about this post perhaps it's you. It is for those that long to be of service to something bigger than them. Those that carry a longing that is probably deeper than healing yourself or being part of 'saving the world'.
⚖️ Bonus: We also speak about the sacredness of this space and the reverence and humility required for this work. Liminal work is actually rare and it carries risk.
You'll find the conversation in your normal podcast app. World of Wisdom 🎙️ Podcast EP208. Enjoy!
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Ylva och Alexander
Summary
In this episode, Amit, Alexander, and Ylva explore the concept of the antechamber, a space for conversations that take place outside the conversations focused on the world as we see it today. They discuss the importance of the antechamber as a space for exploring the new world that is in the process of being born. The antechamber is seen as a liminal space, a room between rooms, where conversations about the future can take place. They also discuss the participants in the antechamber and the need for diversity and multiple perspectives. The chapter concludes with a discussion on the importance of creating the right environment and approach for good conversations in the antechamber, including the use of rituals and ceremonies. This conversation explores the concept of mutual learning and its distinction from traditional education. It delves into the process and safety of mutual learning, emphasizing the importance of exploration and the absence of predetermined conclusions. The antechamber is discussed as both a method and a collaborator, capable of altering perception and facilitating personal growth. The chapters also touch on the idea of the antechamber as a threshold to possible futures and the challenge of seeing beyond familiar perspectives. The conversation concludes with gratitude for the exploration and the recognition that learning is a healing journey.
Takeaways
The antechamber is a space for conversations that take place outside the conversations focused on the world as we see it today.
The antechamber is a liminal space, a room between rooms, where conversations about the future can take place.
The antechamber is a space for exploring the new world that is in the process of being born.
Diversity and multiple perspectives are important in the antechamber to foster mutual learning.
Creating the right environment and approach, including the use of rituals and ceremonies, is important for good conversations in the antechamber. Mutual learning is distinct from traditional education, which often involves shaping individuals according to an agenda or curriculum.
In mutual learning, there is no predetermined conclusion, and the focus is on the process and safety of exploration.
The antechamber serves as both a method and a collaborator, capable of transforming perception and facilitating personal growth.
The antechamber represents a threshold to possible futures, inviting individuals to look beyond familiar perspectives.
Deepening the process of mutual learning requires curiosity, openness, and a willingness to dissolve preconceived notions.
Learning is a healing journey that widens perspectives and allows for the exploration of new possibilities.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:22 The Antechamber
05:47 Who Participates in the Antechamber
10:09 The Antechamber as a Space for Conversations
18:43 The Antechamber's Relevance and Importance
29:16 Places and Spaces for the Antechamber
46:04 How to Have Good Conversations in the Antechamber
54:49 The Sacredness and Reverence of the Antechamber
57:06 Mutual Learning in the Antechamber
58:21 Differentiating Education and Mutual Learning
59:21 The Process and Safety of Mutual Learning
01:00:25 The Antechamber as a Method and Collaborator
01:02:22 Exploring the Antechamber
01:03:19 The Threshold and Possible Futures
01:04:14 The Challenge of Seeing Beyond
01:05:17 Invitation to Deepen the Process
01:06:22 The Cave of Eternal Echoes
01:07:07 Gratitude for the Exploration
01:08:03 Learning as Healing