469. Jean Houston

Dr. Jean Houston, Ph.D., is a scholar, philosopher, educator and a recognized pioneer of the Human Potential Movement. Widely recognized as a visionary leader and multi-cultural expert, Houston is the author of over 30 books exploring human possibilities and positive action in the world. Houston served as an advisor in human and cultural development for UNICEF, and to national and international heads of state. Houston has devoted her life to developing processes to activate the latent abilities in individuals, groups, organizations, and societies. Over the last 60 years, Dr. Houston has worked in over 109 countries as an international speaker and teacher. Dr. Houston is the Chancellor of Meridian University and a dedicated champion of the human spirit. Website: jeanhouston.com Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group. I asked Jean which of her 30 books she would recommend for those wishing to learn more and she recommended: A Mythic Life: Learning to Live our Greater Story (her autobiography), and The Possible Human : A Course in Enhancing Your Physical, Mental, and Creative Abilities More of Jean's books: The Wizard of Us: Transformational Lessons from Oz The Search for the Beloved: Journeys in Mythology and Sacred Psychology The Hero and the Goddess: The Odyssey as Pathway to Personal Transformation Manual for the Peacemaker: An Iroquois Legend to Heal Self and Society A Passion for the Possible: A Guide to Realizing Your True Potential Quantum Revelation: A Radical Synthesis of Science and Spirituality The Passion of Isis and Osiris: A Gateway to Transcendent Love Godseed: The Journey of Christ Jump Time: Shaping Your Future in a World of Radical Change What is Consciousness?: Three Sages Look Behind the Veil (A New Paradigm Book) Mystical Dogs: Animals as Guides to Our Inner Life Life Force: The Psycho-Historical Recovery of the Self (Quest Book) Mind Games: The Guide to Inner Space (A Delta Book) Drawing on the Dream: Finding My Way by Art The Varieties of Psychedelic Experience: The First Comprehensive Guide to the Effects of LSD on Human Personality Transcript of this interview Interview recorded September 1, 2018 Youtube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump 00:04:24 - Interesting Encounters with Influential People 00:08:39 - Questions for Sister Teresa 00:12:17 - Unity of All Being 00:16:42 - The Origin of the Who's on First Joke 00:20:42 - Tapping into the Depths of the Human Psyche 00:25:22 - The Emergence of the Next Stages and the Heroine's Journey 00:30:35 - Shifting schools and embracing art in education 00:35:29 - Communing with the Imaginal Realm 00:39:43 - Cooking Up the Human Potential 00:43:56 - The Rise of Women and the New Creation 00:47:47 - Rising Energy of Women 00:52:12 - Women Scientists and a New Order of Possibilities 00:55:54 - The Call to Create a Better World 01:00:18 - Cooking up new possibilities 01:04:37 - Finding Passion and Inspiration 01:08:53 - The power of collective action for change 01:12:57 - The Rise of Women and Changing Stories 01:17:38 - The Mythic Form of Science Fiction 01:22:21 - The Untold Story of Real Change 01:26:57 - Learning from Other Cultures 01:31:45 - Cultivating a sense of astonishment and the power of fairy tales 01:35:49 - The Power of Imagination 01:39:47 - Helen Keller and the Power of Braille 01:43:20 - Introducing Our Dogs Lola and Theo 01:46:49 - The Great Waking Up 01:50:55 - The Joy and Darkness of Spiritual Awakening 01:55:52 - The Dream of the Blue Devil 01:59:29 - Wisdom Figures in Different Cultures 02:03:01 - A Conversation with Jean Houston 02:07:00 - Links to Additional Resources