Ep. 18: Surrendering to Mystery with Fio Gede Parma

About The Guest(s): Fio Gede Parma is a Balinese Australian, non-binary queer mystic, initiate, witch, and award-winning author. They have taught and mentored in witchcraft and magic in five continents and have written several books on the subject. Theo is deeply committed to exploring the intersection of queerness and spirituality and believes that witchcraft is a practical path of mysticism.

Summary: Fio Gede Parma joins Julian Crosson-Hill on the Queer Spirituality podcast to discuss the intersection of queerness and spirituality. They explore the idea that queerness is a gift and that the divine celebrates it. Fio describes their understanding of mysticism as a deeply cultivated, intimate surrender to the mystery of the divine. They emphasize that mysticism and witchcraft can be practical and accessible to everyone, even those with busy lives. They also discuss the political nature of queerness and the importance of resistance and activism. Fio's new book, "The Witch Belongs to the World: A Spell of Becoming," is a guide to witchcraft and initiation, drawing on folklore and poetry.

Key Takeaways:

• Queer spirituality is about deeply embedded and integrated sovereignty, resisting forces of domination and control.
• Mysticism is a practice of direct intimacy with the mystery of the divine, allowing for the discovery of wisdom, truth, and love.
• Witchcraft is a practical path of mysticism, allowing for direct access to the divine and the weaving of fate.
• Queerness is inherently political and can be a form of protest and resistance against oppressive systems.
• Practical magic and ritual can be integrated into everyday life, allowing for a deeper connection to the sacred.

Quotes:

• "Mysticism is deeply cultivated, intimately surrendering to the mystery of the divine."
• "Witchcraft is a practical path of mysticism, allowing for direct intimacy with the mystery."
• "Queerness is inherently political, resisting forces of domination and control."
• "Practical magic and ritual can be integrated into everyday life, allowing for a deeper connection to the sacred."

Resources:
Fio's Website
Fio's Linktree

The Queer Spirituality Website