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"Without the sense of soul,we have no sense of history...History is story firstand fact later."

—James Hillman, Senex and Puer, 29

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NOVEMBER 8-10, 2024 | Online

6th annual Mythologium conference

Now accepting proposals!
Image by Krzysztof Kowalik
  • ISM Presents Dr. Jody Bower: “Possession - It's NOT what you think!”
    ISM Presents Dr. Jody Bower: “Possession - It's NOT what you think!”
    Members Register Free
    Tue, May 21
    May 21, 2024, 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM EDT
    Zoom
    May 21, 2024, 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM EDT
    Zoom
    Dr. Bower explores the physiological basis for trance states; how possession rituals meet the cultural, religious, and psychological needs of certain communities; and what the surprising implications are for our understanding of consciousness itself.
  • ISM's PNC Event:  The Feminine Lover Archetype
    ISM's PNC Event:  The Feminine Lover Archetype
    Members Register Free
    Tue, Jun 11
    Jun 11, 2024, 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM
    Zoom
    Jun 11, 2024, 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM
    Zoom
    Dr. Selena Madden will facilitate dialogue surrounding the feminine lover as found in various goddess archetypes from Mesopotamian, African, and Greek pantheons.
  • ISM Presents Dr. Craig Chalquist: "Mythopoetics of Enchantment: Fiction and Imagination for Lasting Change"
    ISM Presents Dr. Craig Chalquist: "Mythopoetics of Enchantment: Fiction and Imagination for Lasting Change"
    Members Register Free
    Tue, Jun 25
    Jun 25, 2024, 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM EDT
    Zoom
    Jun 25, 2024, 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM EDT
    Zoom
    Explore how fiction shapes reality in our webinar on modern myth-making and enchantivism. Discover the power of storytelling for personal and collective transformation, and envision more desirable futures through imaginative fiction.
  • ISM's PNC Event: Dungeons & Dragons
    ISM's PNC Event: Dungeons & Dragons
    Members Register Free
    Tue, Jul 09
    Jul 09, 2024, 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM EDT
    Zoom
    Jul 09, 2024, 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM EDT
    Zoom
    Join us in a night of discussion and exploration as Jason Batt presents the power of Dungeons and Dragons in mythology.
  • ISM Presents Dr. Kwame Scruggs: "Transforming Lives Through Myth: The Simplicity of it All"
    ISM Presents Dr. Kwame Scruggs: "Transforming Lives Through Myth: The Simplicity of it All"
    Members Register Free
    Tue, Aug 27
    Aug 27, 2024, 8:30 PM – Aug 28, 2024, 10:00 PM
    Zoom
    Aug 27, 2024, 8:30 PM – Aug 28, 2024, 10:00 PM
    Zoom
    Life is simple, it is living our lives that is complicated. Through snippets of myths and quotes, we will uncover a pattern that inspires us to live our lives with zest. Dr. Scruggs will take us through the simple transformative power of myth.

THE FOCUS & PURPOSE OF ISM

The International Society of Mythology (ISM) promotes, fosters, and encourages a robust understanding of mythology from various cultures. We facilitate dialogue, scholarly research, and disseminating knowledge about mythological studies and push the boundaries of our collective understanding of mythology and its impact on human civilization.

The International Society of Mythology (ISM) ignites a global passion for understanding our shared cultural heritage, uniting professionals and students in exploring the profound impact of mythology on human civilization and driving groundbreaking research to decode the universal language of our ancestors’ narratives.

The International Society of Mythology (ISM) exists to promote, foster and encourage a robust understanding of mythology from various cultures around the world. We facilitate dialogue, scholarly research, and the dissemination of knowledge pertaining to mythological studies. Our purpose is to create a community where professionals, students, and enthusiasts can engage with each other in meaningful discussions, share research findings, and continually push the boundaries of our collective understanding of mythology and its profound impact on human civilization.

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