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The Inner Community: Archetype and Identity Part Two

The Inner Community: Archetype-and-Identity Part Two A middle-aged woman was complaining about her relationship with her daughter-in-law. "Sometimes I hate who I turn into when I am dealing with her," she said. "The problem is more with me than it is with her, I think. Nevertheless, I still can't prevent that side of me from [...]

The Value Of Suffering

By Margaret Mikkelborg|2017-01-17T13:51:34-05:00May 3rd, 2012|Anxiety and Depression, Carl Jung, Grief and Loss, Self Awareness|Comments Off on The Value Of Suffering

“It sucks!” This was the valuation of a young person recently who was commenting on a life situation she was finding particularly difficult. I had to agree. But the part she was missing, was the lesson or learning that was embedded in the experience. When someone is suffering, the last thing they usually want to [...]