Jung On Purpose Podcast by CreativeMind

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Myths and the Modern World Sep 05, 2023

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Continuing our discussion on Jungian Psychology, we explore myths, rituals and theology from their roots to the modern world. From a psychological perspective, we discuss:

What are mythology, rituals and theology, and how are they linked
The difference between ritual and conditioned patterns
Jung’s remedy for the modern world

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How to Balance Your Personality Type Aug 29, 2023

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To kick off our new series on Jungian Psychology, we begin exploring the personality types, with a deep look into introvert vs. extrovert, and how to balance your personality type with the process of Individuation. We discuss:

Introverts and Extroverts throughout history
Jung's inspiration for his personality theory
The difference between feeling and sensing
Jung's view on intuition

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Using Non-Violence to Change the World Aug 22, 2023

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Wrapping up our series on the Great Minds of Philosophy, we explore Gandhi’s philosophy of non-violence and non-attachment and how we can exercise these principles to change the world. We discuss:

The British Raj and how Gandhi got involved
How Gandhi used non-violence and non-attachment in liberating India from British rule
How we can use non-violence to change the world

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The Ultimate Goal of Meditation in Buddhism Aug 15, 2023

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What is the ultimate goal of meditation according to Buddhism? In this episode, we explore the transformative power of meditation and the benefits Buddha outlined. We explore:

How to cultivate mindfulness
How to gain insight through meditation
The ultimate goal of meditation
The wisdom mind

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How to Experience True Reality Aug 08, 2023

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The Great Minds of Philosophy series continues with our discussion on Buddhism. Explore what liberates an individual from the false sense of self and how to experience true reality. In this episode, we dive deeper into some core concepts of Buddhism, including:

The impermanence of the world
The idea of “No-Self”
The aggregates: form, feeling, perception, mental formation, and consciousness
If there is no-self, what about karma?
What is emptiness?

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How to Relieve Suffering in Life Aug 01, 2023

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Have you wondered why there is so much suffering in the world? In this episode, we continue our series on the Great Minds of Philosophy with a discussion of Siddhartha Gautama, commonly known as “The Buddha.” Explore the Four Noble Truths and how to relieve suffering in our lives based on Buddhist philosophy. We discuss:

The Four Noble Truths
The way out of suffering
The Eightfold Path
3 things the Buddha recommends to find peace within you and build community

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Which Yoga is the Right Spiritual Path for You? Jul 25, 2023

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In this episode, we explore the work of Swami Vivekananda, who came to the US in the early 1900s and gave us the Four Paths of Yoga - Jnana, Karma, Raja and Bhakti. We discuss:

Vivekananda’s influence on Western culture
The Four Yogas - Jnana, Karma, Raja and Bhakti
How to find the spiritual path that leads you to enlightenment

Resource:
Complete Book of Yoga by Swami Vivekananda

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Finding Balance in Life with Nature Jul 18, 2023

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In this episode, we explore the wisdom of Laozi and the Tao Te Ching and how this philosophy influenced Carl Jung. We discuss:

Who was the Chinese Philosopher Laozi?
Main concepts taught in Taoism and how it applies to modern society
How being in nature is healing and balancing
The symbolism and meaning of the Ying Yang
Teachings of Taoism and how it applied to Jungian Psychology

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Conquering the Ego with Love Jul 11, 2023

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In this episode, we explore the work of Rumi, 13th century Sufi mystic and poet. Rumi gives us insight into how to approach life through devotional love and creativity. We discuss:

The meaning of the “Guest House” and how we can use that wisdom in our everyday life
A discussion of Rumi’s most popular quotes
How Devotional Love or Bhakti Yoga is expressed through Rumi, and what can it teach us about overcoming struggles in life

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The Philosophy of Non-Dualism Jul 05, 2023

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We begin a new series of episodes on the Great Minds of Philosophy. In this episode, we explore Non-Dualism and the wisdom of Adi Shankara from 8th Century India. We talk about the importance of philosophy vs. religion. We explore:

Who was Adi Shankara?
Why is it important to understand Advaita Vedanta - Non-Dualism
The implications of understanding the higher knowledge of consciousness
How to approach relationships, mind-body wellness, success and spiritual goals through a non-dual lens

“He who knows this Brahman, hidden in the cave of the heart, cuts asunder even here the knot of ignorance.” -Mundaka Upanishads

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