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Sounds True: Insights at the Edge

James Hollis: A Summons to a Deeper Life

Feb 27, 2018
Licensed Jungian analyst James Hollis discusses the importance of spiritual maturity and choosing meaning over happiness in a culture that infantilizes its citizens. He explores overcoming fear and lethargy, navigating periods of darkness, and listening to the summons of our deep psyche for personal growth.
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Quick takeaways

  • Integrating Jungian psychology in personal growth requires embracing symbolism and spirituality.
  • Facing life's challenges like depression and loss can lead to profound personal growth.

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Finding Purpose in Midlife

Experiencing a diminishing sense of purpose and satisfaction in his successful life by age 35, Dr. James Hollis began a journey of self-inquiry through therapy and personal reflection. Realizing the need to engage with deeper layers of the psyche, he embraced midlife changes as an opportunity for personal growth and exploration.

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