This Jungian Life Podcast

Explore the complexities of truth and its impact on individuals and society, including speaking truth to power, scapegoating, and psychotherapy. Discover how consciousness and self-awareness play vital roles in relationships. Learn the significance of questioning assumptions and narratives, and the healing power of truth. Dive into the dream analysis of frozen scarlet macaws and the exploration of complicated emotions.

The podcast explores the myth of Prometheus and the fine line between progress and destruction. It discusses the struggle of harnessing our inner fire and the potential negative consequences of possessing godlike powers. The concept of heroes combining the divine and the human is analyzed, as well as the symbolism of the eagle and the capacity for care and relationship within individuals. The chapter also explores the balance between aggression and instinct.

Kelly Bulkeley, global expert on dreaming and the psychology of religion, discusses the spirituality of dreaming, exploring the deep insights dreams offer across cultures. The podcast delves into historical engagement with dreams, the spiritual nature of different dream types, and the connection between dreams and religious beliefs. It also examines the potential of collective dreaming for problem-solving, the consequences of dream deprivation in modern society, and the transformative power of dreams for terminally ill patients.

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.