Voicecraft E45| The Alchemy Of Age Shifting, w/ Anderson Todd (Part One)
Jun 26, 2020
In this engaging conversation, Anderson Todd, a depth psychologist and cognitive scientist, tackles the profound intersections of Jungian theory, alchemy, and consciousness. He discusses how archetypes shape our collective psyche and the potential of psychedelics as gateways to deeper understanding. Todd explores the idea of building new archetypes amidst societal chaos and emphasizes collaborative approaches to navigate today's complexities. The dialogue underscores the evolving nature of human relationships and the quest for meaning in transformative times.
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Archetypes as Organizing Principles
- Archetypes are the organizing structures of the psyche, influencing how we perceive and interact with the world.
- These shared psychic structures, influenced by biology and culture, shape our understanding of universal concepts like mother, war, and wisdom.
Gosling Imprinting
- Anderson Todd explains imprinting using the example of goslings, who fixate on the first thing they see as their mother.
- This illustrates how archetypes create a framework for receiving and responding to information, which can be adaptive or maladaptive depending on the content.
Naturalism and Epistemological Humility
- Tim and Anderson discuss naturalism and its implications for understanding the psyche.
- Anderson emphasizes the importance of epistemological humility and flexibility in models, advocating for completeness over consistency.
