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In our most private and most subjective lives we are not only the passive witnesses of our age, and its sufferers, but also its makers. We make our own epoch. C.G. Jung

Carl Jung

Carl Gustav Jung (1875-1961)The Swiss psychiatrist Carl Gustav Jung founded analytic psychology at the turn of the last century. This discipline emphasizes the value of one’s creative forces and one’s development toward wholeness.Jung’s contributions include: a theory of the structure and dynamics of the psyche, both conscious and unconscious, and of the way the unconscious manifests itself in dreams; a theory of personality types which has gained broad acceptance; a thorough study of the purposive nature of individual psychological development, as articulated in his concept of the "individuation" process; and a description of the universal images (archetypes) deriving from the deepest layers of the psyche, the collective unconscious.This concept of the collective unconscious gives analytical psychology its unique dimension of meaning in comparison with other traditions of psychotherapy. It moves the practice of psychotherapy from a focus on psychopathology and its symptoms to a consideration of the meaning and purpose of these symptoms when understood symbolically, by placing them in the larger context of the evolution of the human psyche in all its imaginative and cultural manifestations.In his effort to understand and engage the whole person, Jung viewed his analytical psychology as a therapy which releases creativity and promotes individual psychological development. Thus, far from being just another theory, Jungian psychology embraces the universe in all its manifestations: art, history, myth, philosophy, and spirituality are all essential components of Jung’s worldview.Jung’s psychology is compatible with a religious attitude toward life and recognizes humankind’s religious instinct. At the same time, it is just as compatible with a secular perspective and fosters the individual’s appreciation of one’s own creativity and sense of responsibility toward the world.* written by Dr. James Hollis, and re-printed with permission from the webmaster, Sean Fitzpatrick, of The Jung Center of Houston website,www.cgjunghouston.org
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Library ServicesOur library consists of approximately 2700 books, CDs & tapes, and some videos and journals. The library is operated and maintained by Terre & David Arscott, and is located at David’s office: 106-2096 W. 41st Ave. 604-261-1590Terre & David transport a selection from the library’s collection to most lectures. All members are welcome to make an appointment to visit the library. Books may be requested by phone and picked up at the next lecture.Borrowing privileges are exclusive to current members of the society. Members are entrusted with maintaining the books in their care, and returning them on time.Our annual or semi-annual book sales have been very successful, and have provided the library with a source of revenue to cover the cost of rental space and general maintenance of the collection.

History

The C.G. Jung Society of Vancouver was established in 1981 as a non-profit lay organization dedicated to promoting learning and dialogue based on the ideas of Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung.Our Mission:To bring people together who are interested in analytical psychology.To provide a forum for the presentation of C.G. Jung’s ideas.To provide a resource centre for the ongoing development of those ideas.

Membership

Our current membership numbers around 105, and there are close to 600 people on our mailing list. We host approximately 7 evening lectures annually, with attendance ranging from 30-90 people, plus an Annual General Meeting. The Society is managed by volunteers and a board appointed by the membership.Annual Membership - $25.00* *Membership is not pro-rated and expires yearly on December 31. Memberships can be purchased at events or by calling 604-261-1590Benefits of Membership include:--Reduced admission to lectures and workshops.--Our bi-annual newsletter.--Access to the Society's Library.--The opportunity to meet like-minded people in a congenial atmosphere.

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UPCOMING JUNG SOCIETY EVENTS

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"Sabina Speilrein, Jung & Freud"January 27, 2012 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.Vancouver Museum - 1100 Chestnut Street, VancouverThe evening will include a showing of the Elizabeth Marton documentary film “My Name was Sabina Speilrein” followed by a panel discussion with:•Dr. John Allan, Prof. Emeritus Counseling Psychology UBC and Jungian analyst, IAAP•David Roomy, author & retired Jungian psychotherapist•Joan McGeragle, MA, IAAP, graduate of the C.G. Jung Institute, Zurich, retired•Ana Mozol, Ph.D. Clinical Psychology, Pacifica Graduate Institute, adjunct faculty with Pacifica Graduate Institute, core faculty with the Adler School of Professional Psychology March 23Anima & Animus: Bridge to the SoulIn this lecture I would like to ask the audience to forget everything they have learned about anima/animus, and to re-introduce these concepts as a way to connect to ourselves and to others.Dr. Karen Evers-Fahey, based in Victoria, BC, is a Zurich trained Jungian analyst and a training & supervising analyst with the Association of Graduate Analytical Psychologists. April 21 * Saturday 7:00 pm/ venue yet to be confirmedOut of the Shadows: A Play about Tony Wolff & Emma JungThe play follows Toni & Emmas relationship over forty years, while charting the parallel course of the field of psychology and some of its major players.Elizabeth Clark Stern is a Seattle psychotherapist, professional writer & actor.Rikki Ricard is currently a Seattle psychoanalyst and has been a professional actor.

EVENTSWe meet monthly for a lecture (and twice a year a lecture & workshop) series, usually from September through May, not including December. Presenters include local, regional, and international Jungian analysts and scholars, as well as Jungian-oriented speakers from various disciplines.One of our annual lecture & workshop series is a fund raiser for the society that involves a major international speaker, as well as a larger than usual book sale.For more information on Events, go to our Facebook page

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Creating Your Life with James HollisAn E-course Led by James Hollis, James Kullander, Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat(By using this link to register the CG Jung Society of Vancouver will receive a 15% commission) Click this link for more information and to register