by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Sep 5, 2024 | Depth Psychology Approaches and Techniques, Symbolism and Meaning
How does the anima and animus show up in relationships? The concept of the anima and animus is one of the most enduring and influential ideas to emerge from the work of Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung. In this post, we’ll take a deep dive into the anima/animus...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Aug 12, 2024 | Classical Mythology
The Peloponnesian War: History, Psychology, and the Battle Within The Peloponnesian War (431-404 BC) was a pivotal conflict in ancient Greek history that reshaped the Hellenic world. But more than just a military struggle between rival city-states Athens and Sparta,...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Aug 11, 2024 | Classical Mythology
Love, Betrayal, and the Monstrous Feminine Sophocles’ The Women of Trachis is a complex and disturbing exploration of love, betrayal, and the destructive potential of the feminine. Through the story of Deianira and Heracles, the play delves into the archetypal...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Aug 11, 2024 | Classical Mythology, Jungian Concepts
What is the Oresteia? The Oresteia, a trilogy of Greek tragedies written by Aeschylus in the 5th century BCE, is a powerful exploration of justice, vengeance, intuition, and the transformation of both individuals and society. By viewing these ancient plays through the...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Jul 31, 2024 | Depth Psychology Approaches and Techniques, Jungian Concepts
What are the Archetypes of the Anima? The concept of archetypes, as developed by Carl Jung, has been a powerful tool for understanding the human psyche. In particular, the exploration of feminine archetypes has provided invaluable insights into the unique experiences,...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Jun 2, 2024 | Mystics, Gurus, and Spiritual Philosophers, Phenomenology and Existential Psychology, Psychology of Design and Architecture
The Expansive Decadent Ego of the Animus and the Introspective Bust and Decline of the Anima as Parts of Empire Cultures wax and wane. Empires that seem like part of the cosmos itself fall like gunshot victims into a pool or lines on a bar chart. It is the rare...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Sep 20, 2023 | Mystics, Gurus, and Spiritual Philosophers, Neuroscience and the Brain, Phenomenology and Existential Psychology
Jungian Thought with a Unique Perspective on Ego Development in Mythology Erich Neumann’s “The Origins and History of Consciousness” is a dense and relatively early exploration of Jungian psychology. The book not only delves into the intricate web of...
