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James Hollis: A Summons to a Deeper Life

Sounds True: Insights at the Edge

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Navigating Self-Discovery and Instincts

Human beings, from a young age, start trying to make sense of the world by creating stories about their interactions and relationships. These stories, though necessary for adaptation, have the risk of disconnecting individuals from their innate instincts and truth. According to Jung, all neuroses stem from this disconnection from one's nature. Society's demands often lead to compromises, potentially resulting in greater self-estrangement. The psyche responds to this separation, communicating through autonomous systems within us.

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