The podcast explores the transformative nature of divorce, delving into the emotions and challenges faced by individuals during and after the process. It discusses the impact of divorce on personal growth and self-discovery, and explores alternative approaches to divorce such as conscious uncoupling and parenting marriage. The podcast also analyzes a dream symbolizing issues of self-care and a chaotic upbringing, highlighting the importance of containment and intimate experiences in childhood.

Three Jungian psychologists discuss the combination of psychedelics and Jungian analysis for self-discovery. They explore accessing the collective unconscious, the transformative power of psychedelic experiences, and the importance of personal work and integration. They also delve into the symbolism of dreams and the archetypes of sexuality. An entertaining encounter with a janitor wearing women's underwear adds an unexpected twist.

Fanny Brewster, Jungian analyst and author, explores dreams as a bridge to ancestors in African cultures. The podcast discusses the limitations of Jung's perspective, the importance of honoring women ancestors, and the significance of community and spirituality in personal growth.

Delve into the winter solstice and its psychological aspects. Explore the connection between human beings and the winter season. Discover the symbolism of light and darkness. Learn about solstice traditions and the embodied experience. Explore the origins and symbolism of the winter solstice holiday. Discuss standing against the darkness and the power of dreams. Explore the symbolism of disfigurement in dreams and Norse mythology.

Yascha Mounk, political scientist and author, discusses the challenges of identity politics in modern society. They explore the impact of identity-centric dogma, the rise of ethno-cultural politicking, and the architects of these doctrines. They also discuss the harmful consequences of rejecting human connection and the power of accusation in society. The podcast delves into topics such as projection, integral bias, Jung's collective unconscious, and the symbolism of dreams.

Explore Jung's insights into collective hysteria and moral downfall during mass trauma, the psychological impact of evil on entire societies, compensating for inferiority through power fixations, the value of introspection and moral awakening, the futility of societal reforms without individual transformation, and analyzing a dream about shark attacks as a symbol of inner struggles.

This podcast explores different types of nightmares, including listener-submitted nightmares and Jung's childhood nightmare. It delves into the symbolism of dreams, discussing the significance of nightmares in understanding our own psyche. The hosts offer insights into the interpretation of specific nightmares, such as grilling charred cats and dreams of tsunamis. They also explore the doctrine of signatures in traditional Chinese medicine and discuss coping mechanisms for nightmares.

This podcast explores the wisdom of fairy tales in modern parenting and the consequences of hiding our shadow from ourselves and our children. It discusses the impact of parental fears on child development and the importance of understanding psychological stagnation. The podcast also delves into the symbolism of fairy tales, the significance of the number 13, and the theme of betrayal in dreams.

What hidden messages make Disney cartoons so impactful and enduring? Disney cartoons were groundbreaking. They introduced synchronized soundtracks in 1928, and today, they create extravaganzas that sweep audiences into tears and laughter, offering role models of virtue. Archetypal themes, often drawn from fairytales, thrum through the storylines appealing to the archaic levels of our psyche. Prepare to discover where Hermes is hidden in one of the characters, how childhood trauma activates archetypal helpers, whether Dumbo is a symbol of hope or a defense against maturation, how separation of the mother is required to actualize one's potential, why symbols are necessary to bolster ego strength and so much more… FIND A COPY OF THE DREAM WE ANALYZE HERE: https://thisjungianlife.com/dumbo-2/ Hey everyone, our upcoming episode will focus on Nightmares, and we're looking for your input. If you've had a nightmare that significantly impacted you, we're interested in hearing about it. We'll select a few of these to analyze and discuss in the episode. Share your nightmare with us HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDE8UKFJfpVM-CIUKP4ObfyztH6GnzOxfPLOb4NjwZZArJcw/viewform Try new stuff: Learn to Interpret Dreams: https://thisjungianlife.com/join-dream-school/  Support Us On Patreon (keep us free of corporate influence): https://www.patreon.com/ThisJungianLife Share Your Dream With Us: https://thisjungianlife.com/share-your-dream/ Suggest A Podcast Topic: https://thisjungianlife.com/podcast-form-topics/  Get Some TJL Merch: https://www.zazzle.com/store/thisjungianlife/products  Talk to Us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s64kO4GHHD8 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisjungianlifepodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThisJungianLife Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThisJungianLife/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thisjungianlife/

Psychotherapist Aaron Balick discusses how social media weaponizes our reactions, blocking empathy and simplifying complex problems. He explores the consequences of emotional reactivity, the distinction between reactive and responsive attitudes, and the cancel culture. The podcast also delves into social media's impact on meaningful conversations, binary thinking, emotional reasoning, and the effects on relationships. The hosts analyze insightful dreams involving fortifications, trust, ego strength, and the potential for optimism.