This Jungian Life Podcast Can Art Heal Us? The role of imagery in Jungian Analysis.
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Jul 4, 2024 
Explore the profound connection between art-making and psychological growth with guest Mark Dean, a Jungian analyst and professional artist. Discover how imagery and symbols promote emotional healing and self-discovery, bridging the conscious and unconscious minds. Dive into the transformative role of imagery in therapy, analyzing fairy tales, dreams, and surreal imagery for healing and self-discovery. Unveil the power of art therapy in individuation and explore the dynamic relationship between inner and outer worlds.
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Mark Dean's Career Shift
- Mark Dean pursued a successful art career in NYC, feeling unhappy despite external achievements.
- He transitioned to art therapy, guided by an experience with children and a newfound passion.
Disconnection from Inner Worlds
- Modern society's focus on materialism and rationalism has led to a disconnect from inner worlds.
- This dominant mode of thinking hinders access to deeper levels of consciousness.
Untapped Intuitive Abilities
- Dean observed students readily interpreting images, revealing psychological depths of strangers.
- However, they lacked trust in their intuitive insights due to societal conditioning.