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Ronald Kelly's avatar

This was an incredible essay, Lucas, and particularly hits home for me. The insights from Cina were a welcome addition. She's definitely one of a kind in the horror genre and an all-around great lady. Thanks for the effort and thought you put into this. It gave me much to think about.

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Lucas Mangum's avatar

Thank you, Ron! I appreciate you taking the time to read and comment. Love your work!

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PAUL TAEGEL's avatar

Well said, Lucas. The shadow is one of my favorite obsessions. If you’ve never read it, OWNING YOUR OWN SHADOW by Robert Johnson is a must-read. He was a Jungian scholar and psychologist who wrote numerous books on archetypes, relationships, and mythology. In fact, you’ve inspired me to re-read it!

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Lucas Mangum's avatar

That sounds cool. I’ll have to check it out. Thanks, Paul!

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James Patrick Riser's avatar

Horror gave me a safe space to explore my feelings of abandonment and my father. It helped me confront my own shadow in a safe space. I learned a lot about myself.

Excellent post, Lucas. Thank you.

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Lucas Mangum's avatar

Thank you, James.

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