Signs & Symbols, Symbols & Signs

Being told that there are only two themes that every story is based off of really got me thinking. I started going over some of my favorite tales, analyzing the plot and finding common elements. I didn't know if I started agreeing because I was told this was true or because it actually is true.

A lost ship looking for an island

 -- OR --

The crucifixion of a god

I felt a little silly trying to find connections between these themes when it came to more modern stories. Obviously there aren't many ships looking for islands these days, what with satellites telling us where things are, so I felt like I was reaching a little bit. But then, I started doubting my doubts, trying to think outside the box.

I started reading too much into my reading into things. This class makes me question a lot of things, mostly the way I think. Am I thinking wrong because I believe the surface value? Or am I thinking wrong because I read into things, going past the surface? Then we dove into the 4 Levels of Interpretation. 

What?! I think my head might explode a little bit, but I feel the thrill of adventure. Delving into the psyche of, well, myself? This should be fun. Now I'm looking for signs and symbols in my own life, wary of much, receptive to anything. 

Watch out, mind. Ready or not, here we come.

-A