This Jungian Life Podcast

VULGARITY: What's Its True Power?

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Mar 28, 2024
Exploring the power of vulgarity in challenging societal norms, the podcast delves into the thrill of transgression and the connection to the shadow aspect of the psyche. It discusses how humor and vulgarity serve as coping mechanisms, group bonding tools, and symbols of strength. The analysis of disturbing dreams and complex symbolism adds a psychological depth to the discussion.
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ANECDOTE

Vulgar Jokes & Camaraderie

  • Deborah Stewart and Lisa Marchiano recall creating vulgar jokes about ancient Greek plays with Joseph Lee.
  • This humor, though inappropriate for their professional persona, created a lasting inside joke.
INSIGHT

Vulgarity as Shadow Compensation

  • Vulgarity can be a compensatory behavior to the refined persona expected in professional settings, particularly in analytical psychology.
  • It acts as a shadow expression, contrasting with the sophisticated image presented publicly.
ANECDOTE

Shakespearean Vulgarity

  • Shakespeare's "Taming of the Shrew" contains an exchange with subtle vulgar humor.
  • Petruchio and Katharina's wordplay about tongues and tails was likely considered bawdy for its time.
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