by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Sep 24, 2024 | Symbolism and Meaning in Psychotherapy
An Overview of Haloween and its Sweet Traditions Candy is a central feature of modern Halloween celebrations, with trick-or-treating children gathering sweets from neighbors and stores stocking up on mini chocolate bars and gummy worms. Yet this sweet tradition has a...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Sep 24, 2024 | Jungian Therapy and Depth Psychology, Symbolism and Meaning in Psychotherapy
A Jungian Perspective on the Symbolism and Cultural Significance of Halloween Creatures From the depths of our collective unconscious, monsters have long haunted our dreams and nightmares. These creatures, often associated with Halloween, take on various forms, such...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Sep 24, 2024 | Psychology of History, Symbolism and Meaning in Psychotherapy
A History of the Mummy: Mummies have long held a place of fascination in the human imagination, serving as enduring symbols of ancient civilizations and the mysteries of life and death. From the carefully preserved remains of ancient Egyptian pharaohs to the naturally...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Sep 24, 2024 | Psychology of History, Symbolism and Meaning in Psychotherapy
Why do we believe in Vampires? Vampires have long captured the human imagination, appearing in the folklore, literature, and popular culture of societies across the globe. These enigmatic figures, often depicted as undead beings who sustain themselves by feeding on...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Sep 24, 2024 | Psychology of History, Symbolism and Meaning in Psychotherapy
Costumes as a Reflection of Societal Change Halloween, celebrated annually on October 31st, has its roots in the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, which marked the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter. The Celts believed that on this night, the...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP no. 4135C-S | Sep 23, 2024 | Alternative Medicine and Holistic Health, Anthropology and Evolutionary Psychology for Therapy, Mythology and Therapy
What Does the Witch Represent in Psychology? As the nights grow longer and Halloween draws near, our thoughts turn to the spooky, the mystical, and the uncanny. This is the time of year when we confront the shadows – both literal and psychological. One of the...
