Jung On Purpose Podcast by CreativeMind

What is the mind? How can we find peace in the present moment? Joining Dr. Robert in this episode is Peter Russell — a renowned author, speaker, and profound thinker in the realm of consciousness and contemporary spirituality. With a background that intersects theoretical physics, psychology, computer science, and Eastern philosophy, Peter Russell brings a unique and enlightening perspective to th...

In this episode, we dive into the intricacies of Impostor Syndrome, a common yet rarely discussed challenge faced by women at the helm and how to overcome imposter syndrome as a female leader. Debra draws from her personal experiences in male-dominated industries to shed light on self-doubt's insidious nature, while Robert brings forth a Jungian perspective, arguing that these inner battles a...

We welcome award-winning author, podcaster, and certified Jungian analyst, Lisa Marchiano to Soul Sessions this week. Highlighting themes from her new book, The Vital Spark: Reclaim Your Outlaw Energies and Find Your Feminine Fire , we explore empowerment, authenticity, and the nuanced exploration of emotion from a Jungian perspective. Join us as we engage in a rich dialogue with Lisa about the re...

We are continuing with our new season with a dive into personal transformation in leadership and entrepreneurship. We’ve worked with leaders all over the world and these high-achievers often fall into common unconscious patterns that stifle their creativity and limit their growth.  If you are a growth-oriented leader, you can learn to reclaim your unconscious potential to reduce stress and overwhe...

We're peeling back the layers of what it means to be not just a business owner but becoming an enlightened leader in today's ever-evolving world. We're excited to map out the series ahead, exploring the psychology that drives entrepreneurial success and the spiritual growth that can coexist and thrive alongside it.  Taking cues from both Maslow's hierarchy and Jung's theor...

Did you know that 99% of the world is wired for “just enough,” and work is more about survival than abundance and fulfillment? We share how you can begin to understand your approach to work so that you can find a meaningful career that is both abundant and fulfilling. In this episode continuing our series on How to Succeed without Losing Your Soul, we explore: • The difference between a “worker” m...

When going through the individuation process, dreams can play a vital role in uncovering the Self. In this episode, we focus on the final stage of Individuation: self-realization and using your dreams for self-realization to let go of the ego and embrace a higher purpose. We discuss:  Carl Jung's perspective on the True Self How dreams can relate to the Self An archetypal dream interpretation...

Learn how to explore your Animus (or Anima) in dreams with this week's Soul Sessions episode. We'll also dive into the power of dreams, the pivotal role of Anima and Animus in our personal growth, and how they relate to our ability to create free will in our lives. We discuss:  How the Animus (Anima) directs free will A dream example and its interpretation The phases of the Individuation...

In this episode, we explore how to work with your shadow in dreams, from insight to integration of aspects of your shadow self. By working with shadow dreams, you can begin to tap into your full inner power. We discuss: A dream example and its interpretation How to explore your shadow in your dreams How to integrate your shadow Common shadow dreams Share Your Thoughts with Us... ••• Want to be a C...

As we dive deeper into dreams this series, we will explore the different types of dreams and their impact as powerful tools for personal development. As your guide to dream types, this episode discusses: Different types of dreams and their impact on our lives The role of the unconscious mind in dream analysis Dream examples and what they mean Share Your Thoughts with Us... ••• Want to be a Certifi...

This episode explores the world of dreams and why dream interpretation is important in our lives. From Freud bringing dreams into the social science scene to Jung exploring the mystical side of dreams and the unconscious, we discuss: Jung's vision of the psyche The symbolic language of the unconscious How to begin interpreting dreams Share Your Thoughts with Us... ••• Want to be a Certified J...

We explore the subject of individuation, the path towards self-realization and integrating our conscious persona with our personal unconscious. In this episode, we discuss the 3 primary challenges that pit the individual against the collective: The individual self versus society The ego versus the masses The Self versus the world Share Your Thoughts with Us... ••• Want to be a Certified Jungian Li...

Certified Jungian Life Coach and Bestselling Author Linda Davies joins Debra on Soul Sessions to explore how to use adversity to create a meaningful life and discuss her latest book, "What Every Woman Needs to Know to Create Financial Abundance." Linda shares her personal stories and insights into: • What to do when wealth isn't enough anymore •  Leaving your job to follow your drea...

Throughout history and in myths, we find the divine child archetype. But this archetype is not just a mythological figure; it also resides within each of us. In this episode, we explore the prophecies, adversity and ultimate triumphs surrounding historical “chosen ones” and the potential to awaken the divine child within us. We discuss: The symbolic nature of the divine child archetype Examples of...

We explore the Father (God) archetype and our relationship with the Divine. Referencing the Book of Job from the Old Testament and Carl Jung’s “Answer to Job,” the concept of the Father archetype and its connection to the Self is examined. In this episode, we discuss:  The Father archetype in the Book of Job Our relationship with the Divine through the Father archetype Jung’s “Answer to Job” and t...

If you’re looking for that creative spark, you need to welcome in the trickster archetype. Although the trickster brings chaos and unpredictability, there are many benefits to its presence in our lives. In this episode, we discuss: The trickster archetype in the Bible and the Bhagavad Gita Why the trickster isn’t all bad How to work with the trickster for creativity How nonattachment can help the...

Speaker, professor, Jungian analyst and bestselling author Dr. James Hollis joins us on Soul Sessions to discuss Carl Jung’s Individuation process and topics found in his new book, “A Life of Meaning.” Our culture tells us to seek wealth, power, prestige, or even enrollment in someone else’s idea of a worthy cause—yet where do we turn when these paths fail to fulfill our need for purpose? In this...

Explore the Mother Archetype in the personal experience and the collective unconscious. We dive deep into the realms of the Mother Archetype, uncovering its impact on our relationships, our sense of self, and our understanding of the world. In this episode, we discuss:  The personal mother experience  How to access the unconscious mind  The light and dark aspects of the mother archetype  Where to...

The dark night of the soul is a transformative experience that occurs when we face a loss of meaning and are forced to confront our own shadow. In this episode, we explore why the dark night of the soul is important and Jung’s experience with this phenomenon. We discuss: Jung’s dark night of the soul experience  What to do when you have a dark night of the soul The difference between depression an...

We explore religious and spiritual symbolism and how they influenced Carl Jung. Jung used symbolism in his work and bridged the symbolic and material world in his psychology. In this episode, we discuss: Types of symbolism and patterns in religion, specifically Catholicism Jung’s contribution to religious and spiritual symbolism The tension between science and spirituality How to make Jung’s contr...

Carl Jung and his work were deeply influenced by Eastern Philosophy. He bridged the spirituality of the East with the science and psychology of the West. In this episode, we explore the relationship between Yoga and Jung and discuss: How yoga philosophy and dream work influenced Jungian psychology The ultimate aim of yoga Why Jungian psychology is so powerful Resources for this episode: http://ind...

Our series on Jungian Psychology continues with a discussion on dream work. Learning dream interpretation is like learning a new symbolic language, and there is so much to gain from doing so.  We explore: The difference between Freud & Jung’s dream work How to use dream work for personal growth An exercise to help recall dreams How to interpret dreams Share Your Thoughts with Us... ••• Want to...

Continuing our discussion on Jungian Psychology, we explore myths, rituals and theology from their roots to the modern world. From a psychological perspective, we discuss: What are mythology, rituals and theology, and how are they linked The difference between ritual and conditioned patterns Jung’s remedy for the modern world Share Your Thoughts with Us... ••• Want to be a Certified Jungian Life C...

To kick off our new series on Jungian Psychology, we begin exploring the personality types, with a deep look into introvert vs. extrovert, and how to balance your personality type with the process of Individuation. We discuss: Introverts and Extroverts throughout history  Jung's inspiration for his personality theory  The difference between feeling and sensing  Jung's view on intuition S...

Wrapping up our series on the Great Minds of Philosophy, we explore Gandhi’s philosophy of non-violence and non-attachment and how we can exercise these principles to change the world. We discuss: The British Raj and how Gandhi got involved How Gandhi used non-violence and non-attachment in liberating India from British rule How we can use non-violence to change the world Share Your Thoughts with...