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Institute Archive | Dreams: Gifts from the Unconscious with June Singer

Jul 30, 2025
Join June Singer, a pivotal figure in Jungian psychology and author of 'Boundaries of the Soul,' as she dives into the profound world of dreams and their implications for self-discovery. She illuminates how dreams bridge our conscious and unconscious minds, revealing inner truths and fostering personal development. Singer discusses transformative dreams, including themes of faith, levitation, and complex emotions tied to childhood. The conversation also explores enantiodromia, the balance of individuality and shared experiences, and challenges traditional Jungian archetypes.
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INSIGHT

Dreams as Daily Unconscious Contact

  • Jung viewed dreams as a direct, ongoing contact with the unconscious that enriches conscious life.
  • Dreams enable a friendship with the unconscious, making it a natural part of daily life rather than a feared unknown.
INSIGHT

Consciousness as Concentric Circles

  • The boundary between consciousness and unconsciousness is fluid, resembling concentric circles spreading from ego awareness.
  • The unconscious extends infinitely beyond the limits of individual consciousness and varies by personal experience.
ANECDOTE

Woman's Archetypal Dream of Ascension

  • A woman dreams of being lifted violently toward a chandelier and fears the devil because she challenged God.
  • She uses childhood prayers to return to safety, illustrating deep emotional themes of faith and fear.
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