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The Explorer function – extraverted intuition – is one of the eight core functions of personality in Carl Jung's theory of psychological types. It's about discovering connections and generating new possibilities by engaging with the external world, spotting patterns, making unexpected connections, and envisioning what could be. This episode explores how this function manifests in ENFPs, ENTPs, INFPs, and INTPs, and how it champions innovation and novelty.Extraverted intuition perceives meaning, implication, possibility, probability, and potential directed towards the outer world. Jung described those who use this function well as "the natural champion of all minorities for the future," able to inspire courage and kindle enthusiasm for anything new. When developed, this function excels at seeing potential others overlook. When imbalanced, it can become scattered or unrealistic.This episode covers the Explorer's natural strengths, shadow dynamics, development pathways, and how this function shows up in relationships and the workplace.----------Free Personality Dynamics Assessment: https://makeitconscious.com/pda/Discover your psychological type and development pathway.Hestia - The hearth of the Make it Conscious community: https://hestia.makeitconscious.com/Premium courses, active imagination exercises, and community for Jungian depth work.----------Playlists & Series:The Power of Personality Type - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2MqJE8CE77T0pm_rRqUniverseActive Imagination Exercises - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2MMxqoPMkk9eEbVIrbwq-7B&si=NgEZKF8F2ztgqEpbMapping the Shadow Series - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2PriUHnSAKpaf5eOpy27NswFree Resources:Seven Habits of Individuation Ebook - https://makeitconscious.com/sevenhabits/The Cult Recovery Guide - https://makeitconscious.com/freeguide/More from Make it Conscious:MiC Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AxGzV3sa6kK2NKSKDyuJa?si=4153da0bb1a243a3Inner Work Exercises Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/4OMC4T1PNsA951dvvHhYMs?si=72af3c85c97b4536Blog - https://makeitconscious.com/blog/Connect:Instagram - https://instagram.com/makeitconsciousX - https://x.com/makeitconscious

Dive into the intriguing world of introverted thinking, where analytical minds seek truth through rigorous questioning and theory-building. Discover how this function shapes the personalities of INTPs and ENTPs, emphasizing their knack for spotting logical inconsistencies. Explore the balance needed to avoid becoming detached or rigid in thought. With captivating examples from popular culture, learn how sages excel in problem-solving and theoretical precision while also uncovering practices to enhance their natural abilities.

The Tactician function – extraverted sensation – is one of the eight core functions of personality in Carl Jung's theory of psychological types. It's about engaging directly with present moment sensory reality, responding tactically to immediate opportunities, and processing through direct physical experience. This episode explores how this function manifests in ESTPs, ESFPs, ISTPs, and ISFPs, and how it excels at responding quickly to changing circumstances.Extraverted sensation perceives the world through direct engagement with physical reality – what you can see, hear, smell, taste, and touch right now. Jung described it as having an extraordinary sense for objective facts and concrete enjoyment. When developed, this function brings remarkable groundedness and practical effectiveness. When undeveloped, it can become reckless, impulsive, or superficial.This episode covers the Tactician's natural strengths, shadow dynamics, development pathways, and how this function shows up in relationships and the workplace.----------Free Personality Dynamics Assessment: https://makeitconscious.com/pda/Discover your psychological type and development pathway.Hestia - The hearth of the Make it Conscious community: https://hestia.makeitconscious.com/Premium courses, active imagination exercises, and community for Jungian depth work.----------Playlists & Series:The Power of Personality Type - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2MqJE8CE77T0pm_rRqUniverseActive Imagination Exercises - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2MMxqoPMkk9eEbVIrbwq-7B&si=NgEZKF8F2ztgqEpbMapping the Shadow Series - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2PriUHnSAKpaf5eOpy27NswFree Resources:Seven Habits of Individuation Ebook - https://makeitconscious.com/sevenhabits/The Cult Recovery Guide - https://makeitconscious.com/freeguide/More from Make it Conscious:MiC Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AxGzV3sa6kK2NKSKDyuJa?si=4153da0bb1a243a3Inner Work Exercises Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/4OMC4T1PNsA951dvvHhYMs?si=72af3c85c97b4536Blog - https://makeitconscious.com/blog/Connect:Instagram - https://instagram.com/makeitconsciousX - https://x.com/makeitconscious

Delve into the intricate world of introverted feeling, where personal values shape experiences and decisions. Discover how this function manifests in the personalities of INFPs, ISFPs, ENFPs, and ESFPs, illustrating their pursuit of authenticity. Learn about the balance between subjective values and universal truths while exploring the complexities of relationships and workplace dynamics. Fictional examples like Frodo and Elizabeth Bennet highlight varied expressions of the Lover function, shedding light on its passions, challenges, and growth opportunities.

The Commander function – extraverted thinking – is one of the eight core functions of personality in Carl Jung's theory of psychological types. It's about organising the external world through systematic thinking and efficient implementation of logical solutions. This episode explores how this function manifests in ENTJs, ESTJs, INTJs, and ISTJs, and how it translates ideas into actionable plans.Extraverted thinking makes decisions based on what works and what makes logical sense using external criteria. It excels at coordinating resources towards outcomes, spotting inefficiencies, and creating structured solutions. However, when untethered from deeper values, it can become misguided – optimising metrics without understanding what truly matters.This episode covers the Commander's natural strengths, shadow dynamics, development pathways, and how this function shows up in the workplace.----------Free Personality Dynamics Assessment: https://makeitconscious.com/pda/Discover your psychological type and development pathway.Hestia - The hearth of the Make it Conscious community: https://hestia.makeitconscious.com/Premium courses, active imagination exercises, and community for Jungian depth work.----------Playlists & Series:The Power of Personality Type - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2MqJE8CE77T0pm_rRqUniverseActive Imagination Exercises - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2MMxqoPMkk9eEbVIrbwq-7B&si=NgEZKF8F2ztgqEpbMapping the Shadow Series - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2PriUHnSAKpaf5eOpy27NswFree Resources:Seven Habits of Individuation Ebook - https://makeitconscious.com/sevenhabits/The Cult Recovery Guide - https://makeitconscious.com/freeguide/More from Make it Conscious:MiC Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AxGzV3sa6kK2NKSKDyuJa?si=4153da0bb1a243a3Inner Work Exercises Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/4OMC4T1PNsA951dvvHhYMs?si=72af3c85c97b4536Blog - https://makeitconscious.com/blog/Connect:Instagram - https://instagram.com/makeitconsciousX - https://x.com/makeitconscious

The Seer function – introverted intuition – is one of the eight core functions of personality in Carl Jung's theory of psychological types. It's the ability to perceive underlying patterns and future possibilities, seeing beyond surface appearances to understand how situations will unfold. This episode explores how this function manifests in INFJs, INTJs, ENFJs, and ENTJs, and why it's often misunderstood even by those who use it naturally.Introverted intuition operates through a permeable interaction with the unconscious, leading to that characteristic "just knowing" without knowing how. Jung described this as a form of unconscious perception, a legitimate way of engaging with the implicit realm that exists alongside the concrete world of sensation.This episode covers the Seer's natural strengths, shadow dynamics, development pathways, and how this function shows up in the workplace.----------Free Personality Dynamics Assessment: https://makeitconscious.com/pda/Discover your psychological type and development pathway.Hestia - The hearth of the Make it Conscious community: https://hestia.makeitconscious.com/Premium courses, active imagination exercises, and community for Jungian depth work.----------Playlists & Series:The Power of Personality Type - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2MqJE8CE77T0pm_rRqUniverseActive Imagination Exercises - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2MMxqoPMkk9eEbVIrbwq-7B&si=NgEZKF8F2ztgqEpbMapping the Shadow Series - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2PriUHnSAKpaf5eOpy27NswFree Resources:Seven Habits of Individuation Ebook - https://makeitconscious.com/sevenhabits/The Cult Recovery Guide - https://makeitconscious.com/freeguide/More from Make it Conscious:MiC Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AxGzV3sa6kK2NKSKDyuJa?si=4153da0bb1a243a3Inner Work Exercises Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/4OMC4T1PNsA951dvvHhYMs?si=72af3c85c97b4536Blog - https://makeitconscious.com/blog/Connect:Instagram - https://instagram.com/makeitconsciousX - https://x.com/makeitconscious

Explore the intriguing connection between personality type and psychological growth. Discover the Shadow Map model that reveals the dual nature of the eight functions, highlighting their light and dark aspects. Learn about active imagination and its significance alongside shadow work. Delve into how embracing gifts, tempering power, and reconciling with your shadow can pave the way for personal development. Uncover practical tools for growth that integrate Jungian theory with actionable steps. It's a fascinating journey into self-discovery!

Explore the fascinating world of personality types and their role in personal development. Delve into Carl Jung's psychological theories and the eight cognitive functions that shape our minds. Discover how individuation and shadow work can lead to genuine transformation. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding one’s psychological type for integrating life’s imbalances and enhancing self-awareness. Learn about the unique naming system for functions, practical exercises for active imagination, and the connection to deeper emotional understanding.

In this episode we discuss where work is headed over the next decade. Building on the previous episode about the current workplace crisis, we examine the demonstrable trends already in motion - from AI handling machine tasks to skills eclipsing credentials, flexible work evolving beyond current compromises, meaningful contribution becoming essential, and how all of this connects to the self-knowledge journey and the progression of freedom. In this episode we cover:- How AI integration clarifies human versus machine tasks and what that means for your livelihood- The shift from credentials to skills-based economy and what you can actually demonstrate- Current trends in flexible work - hybrid models, remote work, and the digital nomad possibility- Why meaningful contribution and purpose are becoming central to work decisions- The irreplaceable human role and the crucial distinction with machine tasks- Why organisations must choose between human development or demographic crisis- How self-knowledge and shadow work becomes a necessary differentiator- How this connects to Habit 4: Contribute Your Unique and Specific Value 🎓 Go Deeper:- Seven Habits of Individuation Ebook: makeitconscious.com/sevenhabits- Shadow Mapping Sessions: makeitconscious.com/step/shadow-mapping- Know Yourself Programme: knowyourself.makeitconscious.com- How to Talk to Yourself Course: knowyourself.makeitconscious.com/course/activeimagination 📚 Additional Resources:- The Dialectics of Shadow (Article): makeitconscious.com/the-dialectics-of-shadow/- Tarot Birth Chart Reports: makeitconscious.com/step/tarot-birth-chart-reports- Why Divination is Real article series: makeitconscious.com/why-divination-is-real 🎧 Podcasts:- MiC Podcast: open.spotify.com/show/6AxGzV3sa6kK2NKSKDyuJa- Inner Work Exercises: open.spotify.com/show/4OMC4T1PNsA951dvvHhYMs 📱 Connect With Us:- Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/1682899242067996- Instagram: instagram.com/makeitconscious- X: x.com/makeitconscious

In this live talk and workshop I break down modern shadow work and Carl Jung's concept of the shadow, exploring why this psychological approach matters for genuine human development. This talk serves as a high-level overview and introduction to shadow work concepts alongside the deeper content I cover elsewhere. We explore:- A definition of the shadow and why it exists- How cultural conditioning shapes what we accept and reject about ourselves- The persona-shadow dynamic and how our "masks" create blind spots- How 'good' becomes corrupted when acted out to extremes- Why people-pleasing becomes manipulative- The difference between integration and suppression- The five ways shadow manifests in daily life- Why shadow work is never truly "finished"- Why suffering is irreducible in meaningful growth- The role of good and evil Recorded live at the Open Door Centre in Tbilisi with real questions and pushback from participants. 🎓 Go Deeper:- Seven Habits of Individuation Ebook: makeitconscious.com/sevenhabits- Shadow Mapping Sessions: makeitconscious.com/step/shadow-mapping- Know Yourself Programme: knowyourself.makeitconscious.com 📚 Additional Resources:- The Dialectics of Shadow (Article): makeitconscious.com/the-dialectics-of-shadow/- Tarot Birth Chart Reports: makeitconscious.com/step/tarot-birth-chart-reports- Why Divination is Real article series: makeitconscious.com/why-divination-is-real 🎧 Podcasts:- MiC Podcast: open.spotify.com/show/6AxGzV3sa6kK2NKSKDyuJa- Inner Work Exercises: open.spotify.com/show/4OMC4T1PNsA951dvvHhYMs 📱 Connect With Us:- Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/1682899242067996- Instagram: instagram.com/makeitconscious- X: x.com/makeitconscious