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The Tarot Diagnosis

Tarot & Parts Work: The Intersection of Internal Family Systems, Jungian Psychology, & Tarot

Jun 11, 2023
In this episode of the podcast, the host explores the intersection of Internal Family Systems and Carl Jung's process of individuation with Tarot. They discuss the concept of Internal Family Systems and how our mind is comprised of different parts. The use of tarot cards to identify and understand these parts is explored, with a focus on the concept of exile within ourselves. The speaker also shares their personal experiences with anxiety and discusses the intersection of Internal Family Systems and Jungian psychology. Furthermore, the concept of firefighters in Internal Family Systems is discussed, along with the impact of one of these firefighter parts represented by the eight of cups tarot card.
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  • The podcast explores the intersection of Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Carl Jung's Process of Individuation in the context of tarot, highlighting how these concepts complement each other in the process of self-discovery and integration.
  • Within the framework of IFS, the different parts of our mind (exiles, firefighters, and managers) have their own roles and purposes in protecting us, and it is important to establish a relationship with our core self while balancing conflicting desires and needs within ourselves.

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Overview of Internal Family Systems and Carl Jung's Process of Individuation

The podcast episode explores the concepts of Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Carl Jung's Process of Individuation in the context of tarot. IFS posits that the mind consists of different parts, each with its own perspective and purpose. The self, representing the core of who we are, intersects with Jung's notion of the self as a calm, centered, and compassionate part guiding us. The episode delves into how IFS and Jungian concepts like the persona, shadow, and anima/animus intersect and complement each other in the process of self-discovery and integration.

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