The Cognitive Crucible

Re-release: Joseph Lee on Jung and Archetypes

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Dec 26, 2023
Joseph Lee, a Jungian Analyst, discusses Carl Jung, collective consciousness, and archetypes. The podcast covers a comparison between Jung and Freud, Joseph Campbell's work on the hero's journey, the Marvel universe as a modern collection of stories, the power of rituals, and the emergence of archetypes. It also explores the application of archetypes in national security and marketing, archetypes in teams, contextual parameters, creating a new myth, and the impact of vivid imagery.
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Jung vs. Freud

  • Jung and Freud both explored the unconscious mind, but Jung's approach was broader than Freud's focus on sex.
  • Jung explored various forms of psychological energy and the concept of the collective unconscious, leading to a schism between the two.
ANECDOTE

Sun Phallus Dream

  • Jung's patient, Emil Schwyzer, described a phallus dropping from the sun, aligning with newly translated Egyptian mythology.
  • This led Jung to explore archetypes, recognizing patterns in dreams and ancient texts.
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The Hero's Journey

  • Joseph Campbell, influenced by Jung, analyzed hero myths, revealing universal patterns like the hero's journey.
  • George Lucas used these patterns in Star Wars, demonstrating their enduring appeal.
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