Burnout, Privilege and the Expansiveness of Contemplative Spirituality with Andrew Killick
Description
Today’s episode is my conversation with Andrew Killick.
Andrew is a photographer, writer, poet, editor, and more, publishing his creative work under the moniker Safe Little World. Andrew’s work stems from the paradox and merging of physical and spiritual experiences.
Andrew describes one of his core values using a quote from Evelyn Underhill, which says, “The double movement of Transcendent Love, drawing inwards to unity and fruition, and rushing out again to creative acts…" This quote is also part of what it means to live a contemplative life, another key aspect of Andrew’s story.
For more of Andrew’s work, be sure to check out his website, www.safelittleworld.com, or you can find him on Facebook and Instagram @safelittleworld.
Andrew's work explores the idea of Safe Little Worlds, which he describes as loving and essential sanctuaries. At the same time, he explores ambiguity, often critiquing these spaces for their potential limitations and reflecting on moments of stepping beyond them into the expansive freedom of the wild world.
The author referenced at the end of the episode is Dr. Claire Weekes. Though the material cited is dated, her quote and work at large still aligns with the newer minfulness-based modality of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Andrew's publishing company mentioned during an audio glitch at the end of the episode is shadowpress.co.nz
sacramentofbreathing.wordpress.com is a collection of writings from Andrew about the contemplative life.
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