The Man-Child Epidemic: Carl Jung's Warning to The World

Описание: 🌟 Discover the profound insights of Carl Jung's puer aeternus—the "eternal boy" or "man-child" archetype that symbolizes the adult who clings to youthful ideals, resisting the transition into maturity. In this in-depth exploration, we delve into Jungian psychology to understand how the puer aeternus manifests in modern life, influencing personal development, relationships, and societal dynamics. From ancient mythology and the revered child-god Iacchus to contemporary figures like Peter Pan and Neo from The Matrix, we trace the journey of the eternal youth archetype through time, but also learn directly from Carl Jung's own words, offering profound insights into the psyche.

We also bring exclusive content from Jung’s serene retreat in Bollingen, Switzerland, where he built the famous tower that symbolizes his personal journey of individuation and self-discovery. Jung’s time in Bollingen provides a unique glimpse into his reflective process and connection to the puer aeternus archetype, offering viewers a rare look into the space where he lived and worked.

🔎 What You'll Learn:
Origins of the Puer Aeternus: Explore the mythological roots and how ancient stories shape modern understanding.
Psychological Implications: Understand the impact on individuals who resist adulthood and how it affects their psyche.
Cultural Representations: Analyze how literature, film, and media portray the eternal child archetype.
Balancing Archetypes: Learn about integrating the puer (youthful spirit) and senex (wise elder) for personal growth.
Overcoming Challenges: Gain insights into confronting the mother complex and embracing individuation.

📖 Chapters:
0:00 Introduction to the Puer Aeternus
3:15 Mythological Foundations
7:45 Carl Jung's Interpretation
12:30 Modern Manifestations (Peter Pan, The Matrix)
18:20 The Mother Complex Explained
23:55 The Puer and Puella in Today's World
29:10 Balancing Youth and Maturity
34:25 Steps Toward Individuation
39:50 Conclusion and Reflections (Exclusive Bollingen Insights & Jung's View On The Puer Aeternus)


💡 Key Concepts:
Carl Jung's psychology
Puer Aeternus and Puella Aeterna archetypes
Mother complex and father archetypes
Individuation and personal development
Shadow work and integration
Modern masculinity and femininity
Overcoming Peter Pan syndrome
Exclusive insights from Carl Jung’s home in Bollingen, Switzerland
Exclusive perspectives from Marie-Louise von Franz, Carl Jung’s closest collaborator.

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📚 Additional Resources:
Books:
•Archetypes and the Collective Unconscious by Carl Jung
•Puer Aeternus: A Psychological Study of the Adult Struggle with the •Paradise of Childhood by Marie-Louise von Franz
•Symbols of Transformation by Carl Jung
•Under Saturn's Shadow: The Wounding and Healing of Men by James Hollis
•Memories, Dreams, Reflections by Carl Jung
•Thus Spoke Zarathustra by Friedrich Nietzsche
•Rites and Symbols of Initiation by Mircea Eliade
•The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
•The Problem of the Puer Aeternus by Marie-Louise von Franz
•Answer to Job by Carl Jung
•Finding Our Fathers by Sam Osherson
•The Visions Seminar by Carl Jung
•The Red Book (Liber Novus) by Carl Jung

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