jung

This topic explores Carl Jung's theory of the collective unconscious, a reservoir of shared symbols and archetypes that are inherited and shape the human experience. Participants will learn about the implications of the collective unconscious for understanding cultural myths, rituals, and dreams.

The Collective Unconscious

<p>In this topic, students will examine Jung's concept of archetypes, universal symbols and patterns of behavior that are found across cultures and time periods. Participants will explore how archetypes manifest in dreams, literature, and art, and how recognizing and working with archetypes can lead to greater self-awareness and personal growth.</p>

Archetypes

This topic focuses on Jung's process of individuation, the journey towards wholeness and self-realization. Participants will explore the stages of individuation, including the confrontation of the shadow (unconscious aspects of the self), the integration of the anima/animus (contrasexual aspects), and the realization of the self as a transcendent center of personality.

Individuation

This topic examines how Jungian psychology can be applied in therapeutic settings, including psychotherapy, counseling, and coaching. Participants will learn about techniques such as active imagination, dream analysis, and sandplay therapy, and explore how these methods can help individuals confront and integrate unconscious material.

Therapeutic Applications

In this topic, students will explore Jung's approach to dream analysis, which emphasizes the symbolic and personal meaning of dreams. Participants will learn how to interpret dreams using Jungian principles, and how working with dreams can offer insights into the unconscious, facilitate healing, and guide personal development.

Dream Work

This topic discusses Jung's views on creativity as a manifestation of the unconscious and a pathway to self-expression and transformation. Participants will explore how creativity can be cultivated through accessing the unconscious, nurturing the imagination, and engaging in artistic and symbolic practices.