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In a world of rising stress, disconnection, and burnout, the ancient practices of loving-kindness and compassion meditation offer something profoundly radical: the simple but transformative act of wishing well for ourselves and others. Once confined to monasteries and spiritual retreats, these practices are now making their way into hospitals, therapy rooms, classrooms, and neuroscience labs.…
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In a world that rewards certainty, strength, and control, we find an unexpected invitation: to cultivate softness, to turn toward our fears with gentle curiosity, and to find strength not in rigidity, but in openness. We can begin by looking at how our habitual defenses, the armor of ego, keep us locked away from life.…
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Where does our sense of self-worth come from? Many of us assume it’s built on things we do, such as getting good grades, being liked, looking put-together, helping others. But beneath these behaviors often lie early relational patterns, subtle messages absorbed from our family of origin, that shape how we define ourselves and what makes…
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In the quiet recesses of our mind lives a complex and layered self; a rich inner world filled with thoughts, dreams, desires, fears, and archetypes. Yet, when we step into the world, we don a mask, known in Jungian psychology as the persona. This mask helps us navigate society, form relationships, and fulfill roles. But…
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In relationships, whether romantic, familial, or professional, some of us find ourselves constantly doing more: solving problems, anticipating needs, picking up slack, and managing not just tasks, but emotions. If you often feel like the responsible one or the glue holding everything together, you may be caught in a common but painful dynamic: overfunctioning. From…
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We all know how good it can feel to vent to a friend — to release pent-up emotions and hear someone say, “I get it.” Sometimes sharing with friends leads to relief. However, according to psychologist Ethan Kross, author of Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It, venting…
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“We all walk in shoes that are too small for us.” -Carl Jung There is often a moment, subtle, but unmistakable, when you feel the pull of possibility. Maybe it originates in a dream you tucked away, a next step you have avoided, or a truth you have been afraid to voice. Alongside that pull,…
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Dreams have long been a source of fascination and mystery. From ancient cultures to modern psychoanalysis, they’ve been seen as messages from the divine, reflections of our inner world, and windows into the unconscious. In contemporary therapy—especially Jungian and depth-oriented work—dreams remain a vital tool for healing. But why do they matter so much? And…
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Shadow work isn’t self-care in the bubble bath sense. It’s the kind of inner work that gets your hands dirty. It’s looking at the parts of yourself you’ve tried to hide, deny, or ignore—and learning not just to face them, but to understand them. From a Jungian perspective, shadow work is essential if you want…
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Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention to the present moment. The regular practice of mindfulness over a period of time can have a profound impact on our health and well-being. Meditation is often thought of as the best means for practicing mindfulness. However, it can be very useful to think broadly about mindfulness practice,…
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