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The Soul and Death: A Journey Through Jung’s Esoteric Lens

Carl Jung, in his chapter “The Soul and Death” from Psychology and the Occult, offers a deeply contemplative examination of the inevitable intersection between life and death, urging us to reconcile these forces as part of a continuous psychological process. Unlike the typical view that death marks a strict endpoint, Jung expands on the notion that death serves a psychological and even transformative role for the human soul, urging us...

Jung’s Seminars on Nietzsche’s Zarathustra

C.G. Jung’s seminars on Nietzsche’s Thus Spake Zarathustra, held between 1934 and 1939, are a monumental exploration into the depths of Nietzsche’s philosophy through the lens of analytical psychology. Jung was profoundly influenced by Nietzsche, and in these seminars, he delved into the psychological underpinnings of Nietzsche’s work, examining it from the perspective of the collective unconscious and archetypal symbolism. Jung saw Zarathustra as an essential text for understanding the...

The Undiscovered Self by Carl G. Jung

Carl Gustav Jung’s The Undiscovered Self offers a profound exploration into the psychological struggles of modern individuals, particularly within the context of mass-mindedness and societal structures. This short but impactful book delves into the consequences of losing personal identity in the face of collective movements and ideologies, touching on themes that resonate strongly in today’s world. As the fabric of our society becomes ever more dominated by political movements, technological advancement, and mass consumerism, Jung’s insights provide not only a […]...

The Intersection of Physics and Psychology: Unraveling the Mysteries of Matter, Energy, and the Mind

In Arthur I. Miller’s Deciphering the Cosmic Number: The Strange Friendship of Wolfgang Pauli and Carl Jung, we are introduced to a profound and intellectually stimulating discourse that explores the intersection of quantum physics and psychology. Through the lens of Wolfgang Pauli, a pioneering physicist, and Carl Jung, the father of analytical psychology, Miller delves into the complex relationship between matter, energy, and the psyche. The exploration of these concepts,...

From Ancient Rites to Modern Revelations

Initiation—an evocative term that conjures images of secret rites and profound transformations—has intrigued anthropologists and scholars of religion for generations. As Joseph Henderson wisely noted in his seminal work, Thresholds of Initiation, “Initiation more than any other body of knowledge has suffered throughout history from the fate of continually being forgotten and having to be rediscovered” (Henderson 2005: 1). In 1909, a remarkable resurgence of interest in initiation rites occurred,...

Orchestrated Subversion

Subversion, as a concept, involves the deliberate effort to undermine or destabilize established institutions, authorities, or societal structures. It is often carried out through covert or manipulative means, aiming to erode trust in institutions, demoralize populations, and foster discontent. In the context of the Western world, subversion has taken various forms, and its impact on trust in institutions and contempt for established power can be attributed to several key mechanisms. The collapse of societies Examining the collapse of societies with […]...

The Mystical Depths of Tristan und Isolde

In the realm of myth and music, the story of Tristan und Isolde holds a profound place, delving into the mystique of love and death. This article explores the deeper, perhaps occult, significance of the Tristan und Isolde myth, using insights from Denis de Rougemont’s “L’amour et l’Occident” and Robert A. Johnson’s “Die Traumvorstellung Liebe – Der Irrtum des Abendlandes.” By examining Richard Wagner’s music drama, we unravel the layers...

Jung on Evil – Are we the origin of all coming evil?

The problem of evil is a perennial one. Theodicies abound throughout history, explaining God’s purposes in tolerating evil and allowing it to exist. Mythological and theological dualisms try to explain evil by asserting its metaphysical status and grounding and the eternal conflict between evil and good. More psychological theories locate evil in humanity and in psychopathology. Probably humans have forever wrestled with questions like these: Who is responsible for evil?...

Do Social Psychologists have a Problem with Rebels?

Compared to other social scientists, it appears that social psychologists appear to be especially concerned about the negative effects of rebels in groups. For example, sociologists often point to the important function that deviance plays in group life and the beneficial effects of deviance. Emile Durkheim (1958) highlighted that deviance and crime are important activities within any healthy society. He argued that, in the process of responding to deviance, group members come together and bonds become tighter. It alsoenhances an […]...

Hypnosis in Advertising and Politics

Hypnosis, suggestions can drastically alter the way individuals perceive and think about their world. There has always been tension between the rulers and the ruled, the masters and the masses. It is the centrifugal pull of self-desire against the welfare of the larger society, the tether that holds human history together. For much of that history society at large was the concern of a governing class: kings or priests, who...
Otto Maier Dreams

Dream journeys and the mythical reality

In physics, we speak of energy and its various manifestations, such as electricity, light, heat, etc. The situation in psychology is precisely the same. Here, too, we are dealing primarily with energy . . . with measures of intensity, with greater or lesser quantities. It can appear in various guises. . . . As I worked with my fantasies, I became aware that the unconscious undergoes or produces change. Only...
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The Meaning and Importance of Fairy Tales

In most cultures, there is no clear line separating myth from folk or fairy tale. All these together form the literature of preliterate societies. The Nordic languages have only one word for both: saga. The German language retained the word Sage for myths, while fairy stories are called Märchen. It’s the same in the Dutch language, the word Sage for myths, while fairy tales are called sprookjes. It is unfortunate that both the English and French names for these stories […]...
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