Jung On Purpose Podcast by CreativeMind

Have you ever felt stuck because of something that happened to you in the past? Do you feel you have to fix the past in order to create a new future? This episode explains how to stop giving away your power to others and past circumstances so you can truly have the freedom to live your fullest life. We discuss:Why is it important to take responsibility for your life?How your power is projected onto others and leaves you with little control over your destinyHow to take back the projection and reclaim your powerHow to make these changes today in your everyday lifeShare Your Thoughts with Us...•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://www.creativemindlife.com/download-now-lct-brochure Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

Have you felt like you have been in discovery mode, exploring all different spiritual paths and getting lost in finding the right one for you? In this episode, we talk about the mind and how choosing one path creates freedom. We discuss:What is the mind and the burden of consciousness Why discipline is important to train the mind so we can be freeHow choosing one spiritual path is essential in training the mind and cultivating freedom in lifeShare Your Thoughts with Us...•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://www.creativemindlife.com/download-now-lct-brochure Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

Continuing our series on spiritual psychology, we explore the concept of the Avatar of Krishna from the Bhagavad Gita (the Divine Song) to help us understand how to connect with our divine self. This episode is an exploration of the psychology of the mind when it comes to relating to spiritual aspects. We discuss:Who is Krishna in the Gita and what did he represent?The main teaching of the Gita that helps us in our everyday life.Understand how the idea of an Avatar of the Universal Self helps us relate on a psychological level to deeper aspects of our own true nature.How Jungian Psychology complements these teachings to transcend our ego and become our true self.Share Your Thoughts with Us...•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://www.creativemindlife.com/download-now-lct-brochure Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

Exploring the wisdom of the Upanishads, this episode explains the pursuit of pleasure as a part of your spiritual practice. We discuss:What is pleasure?How can pleasure lead to enlightenment or Moksha?What happens when we deny our senses of pleasure?Share Your Thoughts with Us...•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://www.creativemindlife.com/download-now-lct-brochure Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

Continuing our series on the Purusharthas (4 human pursuits), we dive deep into the concept of Artha (or material wealth).  Can you be wealthy and spiritual? We explore:Why the pursuit of material wealth is important for your spiritual purposeExplore the Gunas (three qualities of action - Tamas, Rajas, Sattva) as you pursue material wealthUnderstand how money should always serve your DharmaShare Your Thoughts with Us...•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://www.creativemindlife.com/download-now-lct-brochure Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

This series explores the four human pursuits or the Purusharthas in Eastern philosophy. Understand how each desire we have on a human level can lead us to liberation of mind and enlightenment. We discussWhat are the Purusharthas?Difference between Kama, Artha, Moksha and DharmaWhat does it mean to live your Dharma?How to know what your sacred duty is.Share Your Thoughts with Us...•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://www.creativemindlife.com/download-now-lct-brochure Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

In this episode, we kick off our new series on spiritual psychology and explore the wisdom of the Bhavagad Gita, Chapter 7, Verse 16, the 4 types of spiritual seekers. What triggers a person to enter the spiritual life? Once on the spiritual path, what drives them to continue? We discuss: The four types of spiritual seekersDiscover what stage you are in and how you are approaching your spiritual growthThe highest form of spiritual growth and the stages to get thereShare Your Thoughts with Us...•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://www.creativemindlife.com/download-now-lct-brochure Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

You may have heard that you have unlimited potential and that you can reach your dreams, but what does that really mean? The book,  “Like a Spark From Fire: Break Free from the Past, Find Your Brilliance and Become Your True Self,” by Debra Berndt Maldonado begins with the story of a woman asking the guru, “Who is my true self?”  In this episode we explore:The difference between the soul and the universal self;Does the soul need healing?How the ego veils and covers you true nature;What is non-dual philosophy?How can you discover and live your true potential in life?Share Your Thoughts with Us...•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://www.creativemindlife.com/download-now-lct-brochure Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

This week we spotlight one of our favorite episodes, "How to Overcome Shame."Shame is a soul-eating emotion, according to Carl Jung, but we actually believe shame is a necessary part of being human. We explore the root of shame as we continue our series on emotions. In this episode, we discuss:What is Shame?What is the difference between guilt and shame?How shame is useful and morally required for our social life;How to use shame to understand ourselves and free the mind from the self-worth trap.Share Your Thoughts with Us...•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://www.creativemindlife.com/download-now-lct-brochure Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

In this last episode of our series on mental health we have a candid discussion of what the future of mental health is. With more and more companies offering mental wellness programs and addressing the psychological needs of their employees as a critical part of company culture. How therapy has its place but is no longer the forefront of human development and potential. We discuss:Do you need a therapist or a coach?How to look at your past without pathologizing or identifying with a disorderThe importance of mental health when dealing with chronic illness and diseaseThe good news about the future and evolution of humanityThis podcast represents the opinions of Debra Berndt Maldonado and Robert Maldonado, PhD. The content here should not be taken as medical/mental health advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your mental healthcare professional for your mental health questions.Share Your Thoughts with Us...•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://www.creativemindlife.com/download-now-lct-brochure Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com