“The individual is all important as he is the carrier of life, and his development and fulfillment are of paramount significance. It is vital for each living being to become its own telelechia and to grow into that which it was from the very beginning.” —CG Jung, in a letter to Henry Murray
This lecture continues the exploration of CG Jung’s theories that was presented by Friends of Jung-South as “Jung 101” in 2022. Lucie Magnus will explain Jung’s understanding of the relationship between Ego and the Self in the development of personality. Her lecture will also introduce ideas from alchemical symbolism that illustrate psychological processes.
Objectives
Participants will be able to:
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Describe the ego-self axis.
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Define and differentiate the self/Self.
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Explain Jung’s concept of the Collective Unconscious.
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Explain Jung’s idea of neurosis.