

Jung On Purpose Podcast by CreativeMind
Debra Maldonado and Robert Maldonado PhD Life Coach Training and Personal Transformation Experts
Explore Jungian Depth Coaching with JUNG ON PURPOSE by CreativeMind (formerly Soul Sessions). This is your guide to uncover your authentic self and live in true purpose, success and fulfillment. Join life coaching experts and Founders of CreativeMind, Debra Berndt Maldonado and Robert Maldonado, PhD, as they explore personal growth through Jungian Theory, Eastern Spirituality and Social Neuroscience in a deep, but practical way.
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Oct 3, 2023 • 48min
Why the Dark Night of the Soul is Important
The dark night of the soul is a transformative experience that occurs when we face a loss of meaning and are forced to confront our own shadow. In this episode, we explore why the dark night of the soul is important and Jung’s experience with this phenomenon. We discuss:Jung’s dark night of the soul experience What to do when you have a dark night of the soulThe difference between depression and a dark night of the soulHow the dark night of the soul is a psychological purification This content is for educational purposes only and not intended to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any physical, mental or emotional issue, disease or condition. If you are experiencing a mental health issue, please contact a professional.Share Your Thoughts with Us...•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://creativemindlife.com/jungian-life-coach-training-brochure-download/Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

Sep 26, 2023 • 35min
Jung and Religious Symbolism
We explore religious and spiritual symbolism and how they influenced Carl Jung. Jung used symbolism in his work and bridged the symbolic and material world in his psychology. In this episode, we discuss:Types of symbolism and patterns in religion, specifically CatholicismJung’s contribution to religious and spiritual symbolismThe tension between science and spiritualityHow to make Jung’s contribution practical for usShare Your Thoughts with Us...•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://creativemindlife.com/jungian-life-coach-training-brochure-download/Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

Sep 19, 2023 • 34min
The Relationship Between Yoga and Jung
Carl Jung and his work were deeply influenced by Eastern Philosophy. He bridged the spirituality of the East with the science and psychology of the West. In this episode, we explore the relationship between Yoga and Jung and discuss:How yoga philosophy and dream work influenced Jungian psychologyThe ultimate aim of yogaWhy Jungian psychology is so powerfulResources for this episode:http://indianyoga.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/v2-issue1-article11.pdfhttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/323705691_Jung_yoga_and_affective_neuroscience_Towards_a_contemporary_science_of_the_sacred#fullTextFileContentShare Your Thoughts with Us...•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://creativemindlife.com/jungian-life-coach-training-brochure-download/Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

Sep 12, 2023 • 37min
How to Use Dream Work for Personal Growth
Our series on Jungian Psychology continues with a discussion on dream work. Learning dream interpretation is like learning a new symbolic language, and there is so much to gain from doing so. We explore:The difference between Freud & Jung’s dream workHow to use dream work for personal growthAn exercise to help recall dreamsHow to interpret dreamsShare Your Thoughts with Us...•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://creativemindlife.com/jungian-life-coach-training-brochure-download/Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

Sep 5, 2023 • 34min
Myths and the Modern World
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 linkedThe difference between ritual and conditioned patternsJung’s remedy for the modern worldShare Your Thoughts with Us...•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://creativemindlife.com/jungian-life-coach-training-brochure-download/Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

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Aug 29, 2023 • 30min
How to Balance Your Personality Type
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 intuitionShare Your Thoughts with Us...•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://creativemindlife.com/jungian-life-coach-training-brochure-download/Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

Aug 22, 2023 • 28min
Using Non-Violence to Change the World
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 involvedHow Gandhi used non-violence and non-attachment in liberating India from British ruleHow we can use non-violence to change the worldShare Your Thoughts with Us...•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://creativemindlife.com/jungian-life-coach-training-brochure-download/Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

Aug 15, 2023 • 33min
The Ultimate Goal of Meditation in Buddhism
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 mindfulnessHow to gain insight through meditationThe ultimate goal of meditationThe wisdom mindShare Your Thoughts with Us...•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://creativemindlife.com/jungian-life-coach-training-brochure-download/Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

Aug 8, 2023 • 33min
How to Experience True Reality
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 worldThe idea of “No-Self”The aggregates: form, feeling, perception, mental formation, and consciousnessIf there is no-self, what about karma?What is emptiness?Share Your Thoughts with Us...•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://creativemindlife.com/jungian-life-coach-training-brochure-download/Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

Aug 1, 2023 • 36min
How to Relieve Suffering in Life
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 TruthsThe way out of sufferingThe Eightfold Path3 things the Buddha recommends to find peace within you and build communityResources for the episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=heUhARKl2bY&t=139shttps://www.amazon.com/Dhammapada-Easwarans-Classics-Indian-Spirituality/dp/1586380206/https://www.amazon.com/Way-Bodhisattva-Bodhicaryavatara-Shambhala-Classics/dp/1590303881/Share Your Thoughts with Us...•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://creativemindlife.com/jungian-life-coach-training-brochure-download/Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com


