Sounds True: Insights at the Edge James Hollis: The Goal of Life Is Meaning, Not Happiness
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Jun 9, 2020 James Hollis, Jungian analyst and author, discusses the importance of finding meaning over happiness, resilience during tough times, interpreting symptoms from the psyche, embracing ambiguity for a fulfilling life, encountering the numinous, and living authentically to make a meaningful impact.
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Inner Resilience
- We possess a deep resilience guided by an inner "locus of knowing" independent of our ego.
- This inner self communicates through symptoms, dreams, and feelings, guiding us towards our true path.
Practical Resilience
- Acknowledge your inner resources and the capacity to bounce back, like your ancestors.
- Remember the obvious: ask yourself, "What would the adult do?"
Hollis's Resilience
- James Hollis continues working despite a recent cancer diagnosis at age 80.
- He finds meaning in his work and honors his late son by embodying their shared values.