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Glossary of Blog Articles

Glossary of Blog Articles

by | Jan 8, 2025 | , ,

Our blog is designed as a resource for those seeking to deepen their understanding of the human psyche and its expression through culture, therapy, and history. Below, you'll find an overview of the diverse topics we cover and an invitation to explore the categories that resonate most with your interests. Jungian Innovators Dive into the foundational ideas of depth psychology with articles that celebrate the works of Jungian visionaries such as Carl Jung, James Hillman, Marie-Louise von Franz, and more. These...

Teyber’s Interpersonal Process in Therapy:

Teyber’s Interpersonal Process in Therapy:

by | May 29, 2025 |

Buy the Book  How Edward Teyber's Revolutionary Approach Transformed My Journey from Anxious Student to Confident Therapist I still remember sitting in my social work school classroom, frantically taking notes on CBT protocols and DBT worksheets, feeling increasingly overwhelmed with each passing lecture. The more theoretical models and manualized treatments I learned, the more confused I became about how I would ever actually sit down with a real human being and do therapy. My notebooks were filled with...

The Psychology of Architecture:

The Psychology of Architecture:

by | May 29, 2025 |

Washington D.C.'s Sacred Geometry and the Revolutionary Transformation of Divine Authority  A Capital Born from Enlightenment When Pierre Charles L'Enfant stood upon Jenkins Hill in March 1791, surveying the wilderness that would become America's capital, he carried with him not just architectural plans but revolutionary ideas about power, authority, and the divine right to rule. The city he would design—though never fully realized according to his vision—would become a physical manifestation of humanity's most...

Temenos: How Sacred Geometry Can Transform Modern Urban Planning

by | May 29, 2025 |

A Deep Dive into Will Selman's Revolutionary Book Buy Will's Book Temenos Bridging Ancient Wisdom and Modern City Design In an era where cities face unprecedented challenges—from climate change to social disconnection—urban planner and author Will Selman presents a compelling vision in his groundbreaking book "Temenos." Drawing from Carl Jung's psychological theories, sacred geometry principles, and the forgotten wisdom behind Washington D.C.'s original design, Selman argues that our urban spaces can be...

John C. Lilly: When Dolphins, Drugs, and the Deep End of Consciousness Collided in the Psychedelic ’70s

John C. Lilly: When Dolphins, Drugs, and the Deep End of Consciousness Collided in the Psychedelic ’70s

by | May 29, 2025 | , ,

 The Mad Scientist Who Made Flipper Look Like a Documentary Picture this: It's 1965, and while most scientists are content with their lab coats and microscopes, one maverick researcher is floating in a pitch-black tank filled with body-temperature salt water, high on ketamine, trying to establish interspecies communication with dolphins. No, this isn't the plot of a B-movie (though it inspired several). This was Tuesday for Dr. John C. Lilly, the neuroscientist who took "thinking outside the box" to mean...

The Evolution of Addiction Recovery: How Jungian Psychology is Creating Deeper, More Sustainable Healingaft

The Evolution of Addiction Recovery: How Jungian Psychology is Creating Deeper, More Sustainable Healingaft

by | May 26, 2025 | ,

In the landscape of addiction recovery, a quiet revolution is taking place. While traditional 12-step programs continue to serve as crucial foundations for early sobriety, a growing number of treatment professionals are recognizing that lasting recovery requires something deeper—a transformation at the soul level that goes far beyond behavior modification. Corey Gamberg, Executive Director of Rockland Recovery Treatment Centers in Massachusetts, represents this new wave of thinking. His approach integrates...

Glass Objects in the Mouth: Understanding a Recurring Dream Pattern in Psychotherapy

Glass Objects in the Mouth: Understanding a Recurring Dream Pattern in Psychotherapy

by | May 22, 2025 |

  What Does It Mean to Dream About Glass Objects in Your Mouth? Dreams about glass objects trapped in the mouth represent one of the most psychologically rich and recurring patterns I've encountered in clinical practice. These dreams typically involve glass balls, light bulbs, bottles, or other fragile objects that are too large to remove from the mouth, yet too dangerous to swallow without causing internal damage. What Is a Dream About a Glass Ball in the Mouth? When patients describe dreams featuring glass...

The Psychology of the Katana: Spiritual Lessons from Japanese Swordcraft

The Psychology of the Katana: Spiritual Lessons from Japanese Swordcraft

by | May 20, 2025 | ,

The Intersection of Metallurgy, Spirituality, and Personal Growth The Japanese katana represents far more than a masterfully crafted weapon—it embodies a rich tapestry of psychological and spiritual traditions that have shaped Eastern philosophy for centuries. This exploration of the katana's psychological dimensions offers valuable insights for modern therapeutic approaches to personal development, mental clarity, and self-actualization. The Metallurgical Marvel: Understanding the Katana's Physical Properties...

Exploring the Depths of Jungian Psychology with Quique Autrey | PSYCHE Podcast Interview

Exploring the Depths of Jungian Psychology with Quique Autrey | PSYCHE Podcast Interview

by | May 17, 2025 | ,

In this captivating episode of the PSYCHE podcast, host Quique Autrey embarks on a deep dive into the world of Jungian psychology with guest Joel Blackstock. Together, they explore a wide range of topics, from the potential oversimplification of Jung's ideas by American Jungians to the neurological validation of Jung's phenomenological map of the soul. Joel's Journey: From CBT to Depth Psychology and Somatic Practices Joel shares his personal journey, starting with his early exposure to mythology and religion,...

The Rise and Fall of Eric Berne’s Transactional Analysis:

The Rise and Fall of Eric Berne’s Transactional Analysis:

by | May 14, 2025 |

A Deep Dive into Ego States, Games, and the Quest to Understand Human Behavior In the 1960s, a charismatic psychiatrist named Eric Berne took the world of psychotherapy by storm with his innovative approach known as transactional analysis (TA). Combining elements of Freudian psychoanalysis, humanistic psychology, and the era's fascination with game theory, Berne created a compelling model of the human psyche that captured the public's imagination. His bestselling books, including "Games People Play," propelled TA...

The Landscape of Personality Psychology: A Comprehensive Review of Key Thinkers, Theories, and Models

The Landscape of Personality Psychology: A Comprehensive Review of Key Thinkers, Theories, and Models

by | May 13, 2025 |

Personality psychology is a rich and diverse field that seeks to understand the patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that make each individual unique. Over the past century, numerous thinkers have proposed theories and models to explain the complex nature of human personality, each emphasizing different aspects of psychological functioning and drawing upon various research methods. This article provides a comprehensive review of the key pioneers, perspectives, and paradigms that have shaped the landscape...