When we asked Jim Hollis who we might invite to do our “free fundraiser,” he suggested his colleague Gus Czwik, and we were delighted at the suggestion. So we are delighted to offer Gus Czwik’s lecture, “Better Living through Alchemy or Dying with Life.” Gus has a marvelous sense of humor and is one of the most revered U.S. analysts and is very able to make topics like alchemy clear. And that is tough! Alchemy, as we know from grade school, is a process to turn lead into gold. With modern chemistry, we think that is fundamentally unlikely. But, wait! There are many manuscripts of the alchemical process—from the sixteenth through the nineteenth centuries, and they are all very similar, but not exactly the same. The process depends on both the date of origin and the author of the text. We are fortunate that Jung read the primary alchemists and distilled the process for us in three volumes (Collected Works (CW) 12, 13 and 14). However, as you know if you have read them, the process is still pretty daunting!
Also please remember that this is our “free fundraiser.” We began this during the shutdown—if you are in a condition where you need a gift, then please accept this lecture as a gift from us. If you are in a position to support others (including the Jung Society of Washington!) then please leave a donation. Every donation is helpful. Our goals are three-fold: We want to continue to provide great programs for you and we want to continue to provide Jungian lecturers with a fair recompense for their scholarship. Finally, we use donations to provide scholarships for people who study Jung but need some help.
Last year we surprised our goal of $10,000. This year we are pushing that goal another $2,000. Alongside our $12,000 goal, we are excited to announce that any gift of any sized with be graciously matched by an anonymous donor. No donation is too big or small. Our $10,000 goal last year was surpassed by a $10 donation! If you think your donation doesn’t impact, think again! So, decide what level of support you are able to give, or what support you need, and proceed accordingly. We are grateful for all donations!
Come and join us! Do not miss this fascinating lecture and the opportunity to ask questions on alchemy! Although we are on zoom, we may have some suggestions on Sunday for your libations and nibbles! Make it a party!Come and join us! Do not miss this fascinating lecture and the opportunity to ask questions on alchemy! Although we are on zoom, we may have some suggestions on Sunday for your libations and nibbles! Make it a party!