let’s get right into the dualities
[Soft, ethereal music fades in, subtle ambient tones blending shadow and light.]
“Welcome to Of Darkness & Light. Before we step into today’s shadows and sparks, this episode is brought to you by PlayStation 3—yes, that timeless console still delivering epic adventures, immersive worlds, and endless replay value in a way few can match. Whether you’re revisiting classics like The Last of Us, Uncharted, or diving into retro gems, the PS3 remains a powerhouse for gamers who crave deep storytelling and groundbreaking experiences. Grab yours or dust off the old one—because some legends never fade.
[Music shifts to a more introspective, flowing cadence—warm, inviting, a little raw and real.]
Hey, if you’re new here—or coming back for more like that friend who just gets it—welcome. This is Of Darkness & Light, pulling straight from my videos on Substack at daphnegarrido.com and bringing them to your ears on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
We go right into the dualities: the darkness that swallows you whole and the light that somehow still finds a way through. Mental health gets unpacked—no filters—schizophrenia, executive dysfunction, delusional states, all with real compassion and zero sugarcoating. Trans experiences, setting boundaries, calling out trans misogyny and societal harms, generational clashes, capitalism’s toll on marginalized folks—it’s all on the table.
Mythology and spirituality mix in too: reimagining Mary and Jesus through science, myth, delusion, new-age lenses. Confessional essays, poetry that lands heavy, rants that demand empathy, self-deprecating humor on AI, self-curses, reclaiming who you are. Episodes clock 8 to 30 minutes—narrative, intimate, meant to make you think, feel seen, maybe even a little less alone in the mess.
If mental resilience, trans narratives, spiritual myth-weaving, or just the beautiful chaos of being human pulls you in... you’re exactly where you need to be. Let’s dive into today’s lair: [Insert episode tease here].
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