This Jungian Life Podcast Destiny: Are We Fated to Have One?
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Mar 12, 2020 The podcast dives into the age-old debate of fate versus destiny, illustrating how our potential can be shaped by both internal struggles and external pressures. It employs the acorn metaphor to discuss personal growth and self-actualization, comparing it to artistic endeavors. Dreams play a crucial role in revealing inner truths, with vivid examples drawn from personal experiences. The conversation also highlights how childhood influences affect identity and creativity, emphasizing the power of psychotherapy in reclaiming one's true self.
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The Calling
- Each person enters the world called, suggests James Hillman.
- This implies a pre-ordained purpose or question we must address.
Promise of Purpose
- Deborah Stewart emphasizes the inherent optimism and sense of purpose in the idea of a calling.
- This suggests that life isn't random, but rather a manifestation of one's soul.
Fate and Individuation
- Accepting one's fate is crucial for individuation, according to Carl Jung.
- Without accepting fate, one remains a "mere accident."
