Tag: spirituality
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Wild Nature and the Primal Woman – Both Are Endangered
Subscriber Content Throughout history, women’s instinctual nature has been hunted, suppressed, and silenced.It is no coincidence that as our understanding of our primal nature fades, so does the wild nature of our planet. 🔹 Discovering the Primal WomanStudying wolves was the first time I truly grasped the essence of the Primal Woman archetype.Strong women and healthy wolves share the same psychological…
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The Psyche from a Jungian Perspective
From a Jungian perspective, the psyche, like any other self-organizing system, is a collection of various interactive processes, both conscious and unconscious. In this system, the Ego is the center of the conscious personality, while the Self is the center of the entire psyche. We do not perceive the Self as something concrete—such as a material structure, a recognizable…
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Procrastination from Jungian perspective
Procrastination: A Jungian Perspective on the Inner Conflict Procrastination is often seen as a problem of discipline or poor time management, but from a Jungian perspective, it is more than just avoidance—it is a sign of an inner psychological conflict. Procrastination occurs when different parts of the psyche—the conscious ego and the unconscious forces—are at odds with each other. The…
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False Archetypal Myths: Stories That Keep Us Trapped
False archetypal myths are narratives that keep individuals stuck in limitation, fear, and self-denial. These myths are often inherited from family expectations, cultural programming, or traumatic experiences. Some of the most common false myths people unknowingly live: 1. The Martyr Myth (self-sacrifice without purpose) 2. The Hero Who Must Prove Their Worth 3. The Fairytale…
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Sources of joy
Everyone finds their own sources of joy through positive and emotionally warm experiences, achieved goals, completed tasks, physical activities, and moments filled with happiness spent with friends, family, children, and in nature. When negative experiences have been processed, transformed into meaning, personal growth, and symbols, nothing stands in the way of enjoying and appreciating life…
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Think Positive Thoughts!
There are certain phrases that should not be said to someone going through a crisis whether due to a serious loss or a severe illness. Far more important than offering advice is simply listening and being present. Silent support can be much more helpful than well-intentioned suggestions. As social beings, it is natural for us…
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Christmas star
Did you know that the Christmas Star needs to have its tip broken off for it to grow fuller and more beautiful? I only recently learned about this. Yesterday, during a session with a couple trying to rebuild their relationship after infidelity—working through loss, struggles, and the changes that come after betrayal—it became crystal clear…
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Reflecting on Love Through Jungian Psychology: Inspired by Carmen
While watching Carmen, I found myself asking: What is love? Anyone who has ever experienced it knows that love is a complex, overwhelming, and profound emotion—one that has been explored and described throughout the centuries. In Carmen’s case, love brings destructive consequences to those who experience it, and I am not just referring to the complications of relationships. 🙂 Jungian psychology offers a unique lens through…
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Narcissism is not always grandiose
Reflections After a Conversation with a Client Narcissism is not always grandiose, as one might think. It can also manifest in learned helplessness, where a person readily shifts their responsibilities onto someone else—even in small matters, such as making a restaurant reservation, paying bills, cleaning the house, or cooking meals. At some point, a person may begin…
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