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Reading the Red Book, part 2 : Psychic Powers and dreams

Discover the profound connections between psychic powers, dreams, and Carl Jung’s Red Book. This journey explores how visions, such as Jung’s forewarning of World War One, reveal the potential of the unconscious mind. Through personal and shared dream experiences, we delve into themes of darkness, self-discovery, and the sacred union of opposites.

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Anima, soul, supreme meaning: Reading Carl Jung’s Red Book in 5 (easy) steps

Explore Carl Jung’s transformative journey into the depths of the soul as documented in his Red Book. This first chapter unravels the profound visions, including his forewarning of World War One, and introduces the anima—the soul’s essence. Dive into Jung’s method of Active Imagination and the steps of dreaming through the Red Book.

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Chicken soup for the soul: dreams and premonitions

Discover the magic of dreams in Chicken Soup for the Soul: Dreams and Premonitions, a collection of 101 inspiring dream stories curated by Amy Newmark and Kelly Sullivan Walden. From navigating life to uncovering personal transformation, this book dives into the mysteries of dreams and their ability to guide, warn, and inspire us. Read about extraordinary experiences, including Patricia Garfield’s dream of the “Branching Woman” and precognitive challenges that connect dreamers across time. Whether you’re a seasoned dreamer or just curious, this book will leave you fascinated by the profound messages hidden in dreams.

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Living the dream

Explore the power of dreams in achieving your personal ideal of “Living the Dream.” In this Mindfunda transcript of Susanne van Doorn’s presentation to the Societas Studiosorum Reformatorum Eindhoviensis (SSRE), discover how dreams can guide you in love, career, and health. Learn practical techniques like reality checks and dream incubation to enhance your life. Through inspiring stories, such as Einstein’s dream of relativity and Rita Dwyer’s life-saving dream, see how dreams can guide us toward our desired futures. Understand the intersection of psychology, neuroscience, and philosophy in dreaming and how dreams can offer profound personal breakthroughs.

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9/11 in precognitive dreams

Explore the connection between precognitive dreams and 9/11, examining how dreams might offer foresight or protection from future events. Learn about the power of dreams as emotional tools and spiritual guides.

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Wayne Dyer: dreams are the place to create

Reflect on the inspiring legacy of Wayne Dyer, a self-help icon, Jungian therapist, and advocate for synchronicity and inner spirituality. Learn about his approach to dream incubation, the creative potential of dreams, and his focus on positivity as a path to success and fulfillment.

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Persephone or how mythology is still relevant

Discover the timeless relevance of mythology through the story of Persephone, whose life was forever changed by a single gesture. From love and loss to mother-daughter dynamics, myths like Persephone’s hold valuable lessons for our lives today. Join our online Mythology course to explore creation myths, the hero’s journey, and more. Gain insights into your personal mythology and reshape your life’s narrative with new perspectives.

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Create the life that you want using your dreams

Unlock the power of your dreams to create the life you truly desire. Justina Lasley, author of Wake Up to Your Dreams, reveals how her Dream Synergy method helped her transform her career, find love, and achieve clarity in life. Discover the three steps to dream empowerment: improve dream recall, interpret dreams with wisdom, and take actionable steps toward change. Watch our exclusive Mindfunda interview with Justina and learn practical techniques to integrate dream insights into your waking life. Start your journey to self-discovery and authentic living today!

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Golden Dawn: Talking to the Gods using magic

“The world is full of magic things, patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper.” W.B. Yeats Almost every one

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Gossip: the ghost that glues together because it separates

Discover the emotional impact of gossip and how it shapes relationships in this insightful blog post. Reflecting on a personal story from university, the author explores the painful experience of being the subject of gossip and the lasting effects it had on a former friendship. Through dreams and self-reflection, learn how to protect yourself emotionally from the damage caused by gossip. Gain wisdom from the Dalai Lama and Lori Palatnik’s book Gossip, which offers practical tips for eliminating harmful words from your life and fostering healthier relationships. This post delves into personal growth, boundaries, and healing from the effects of gossip.

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3 reasons to watch Pixar Inside out

Why You Should Watch Pixar’s Inside Out – 4 Reasons + Bonus!

Pixar’s Inside Out offers a heartwarming and clever look inside the mind of a young girl, Riley, navigating the challenges of growing up. Here are four reasons (with a bonus!) to watch this must-see film:

Relatable Childhood Struggles: Riley’s world is turned upside down when her family moves from Minnesota to San Francisco. The film perfectly captures that feeling of uncertainty and change that many kids face during pivotal life moments.
Inside the Mind of Emotions: The movie gives a unique view of how emotions work. Riley’s emotions are personified as characters: Joy, Sadness, Anger, Disgust, and Fear, each with their own quirky symbols. Joy takes center stage, but the others have important roles to play.
Dreams and Memories: Inside Out creatively portrays how memories are stored and how dreams work in Riley’s mind. From dreamland to fake memories, the film brings the complexities of the subconscious to life, with fun visuals like movie posters for common dream themes.
The Importance of Balance: As Riley navigates her new life, she learns that Joy and Sadness must work together to restore balance in her mind. This emotional journey reflects growing up: learning to accept both joy and sadness to find true inner harmony.
Bonus Reason: Inside Out is not only entertaining but also deeply lovable, making it a must-watch for both kids and adults. And don’t forget, there’s now an Inside Out 2 to continue the adventure!

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Dreaming at the crossroads of Life

Join me on a journey through life’s crossroads as I reflect on my dreams and their guidance in each stage of life. From childhood into womanhood, through motherhood and partnership, and now into the Crone phase, dreams have offered insights and wisdom at every step. Explore the powerful symbolism in dreams that help us navigate personal growth, spiritual development, and the wisdom of age. Read more of my story at Patti Allen’s Heart-Centered Dreamwork blog.

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3 ways of being creative like van Gogh

To remember the death of one of the mosr famous painters in the netherlands, Vincent van Gogh, Mindfunda was invited to give a presentation on how we can use dreams as a creative gateway to improve the quality of our lives

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James Randi, honest liar, let’s us focus on our own spirituality

James Randi, an honest liar tells in his film about his live as a magician and his crusade for the truth. But theer is a deception near that he does not know about.

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Must an Artist Struggle?

Artists often struggle—with integrity, originality, and transcending pain. Brenda Ferrimani, a Dream Artist, shares how personal and artistic battles have fueled her creativity. Inspired by films like Whiplash and her life experiences, Ferrimani explores how inner and outer challenges can push us to self-expression and innovation. Through her evocative dream paintings like Expansion, Soul Tree, and I Am Salmon, she illustrates how struggle can lead to profound growth and transformation.

Discover how overcoming struggles can illuminate the path to creativity and authenticity.

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Starry night, a painting as a dream

This Mindfunda looks at Starry night from Vincent van Gogh as if it was a dream. Vincent wrote his brother Theo: I dream of a painting, and then I paint my dream”.
If Starry night is a dream of Vincent, what does it tell us about him?

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Mindfulness: Muse, be Alert, Aware and amazed

Explore the groundbreaking mindfulness research of Ellen Langer, Harvard psychologist and author. Learn how simple choices, time perception, and experiments like reversing the eye chart can unlock healthier, more mindful living.

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Dalai Lama dreams: here is looking at you kid!

Explore the fascinating dreamwork of Patti Allen, who shares insights from her dreams about the Dalai Lama. Discover four transformative techniques to decode the symbolic messages of famous people in your dreams and learn how to integrate their wisdom into your waking life.

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Psychology professor Stanley Krippner about dreams myths and visions

Mindfunda had the honor of interviewing Stanley Krippner, professor in psychology on Saybrook University about his life. You can watch

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Mandorla, a way to see the other side of the coin

Discover how integrating opposites can lead to healing and wholeness. In my interview with author Jean Benedict Raffa, we explore her award-winning book Healing the Sacred Divide, where she shares wisdom on uniting the masculine and feminine aspects within us. Learn about the mandorla, a sacred space where light and dark meet, and how working with dreams can unlock personal transformation.

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Good books on Mindfunda

Discover the top 5 most popular blogs on Mindfunda, covering dream books, health, lucid dreaming, and interviews with experts like Anne Baring and Robert Waggoner. Explore the intersection of spirituality, research, and mythology in these must-read posts.

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Lucid dreaming plain and simple

Mindfunda had the honor of interviewing Robert Waggoner about a new book he has written together with Caroline McCready: “Lucid dreaming plain and simple”.

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Red Book reading: searching the soul

Carl Jung’s The Red Book invites us to explore the depths of the soul and the interplay between rationality and intuition. Journey through Jung’s visions, his groundbreaking concept of the Collective Unconscious, and the eternal tension between the “Spirit of this Time” and the “Spirit of Depths.

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Moon tribute: Connie Kaplan about ‘The woman’s Book of Dreams’

Discover how the moon influences your dreams with Connie Kaplan, author of The Woman’s Book of Dreams. In this enlightening interview, Connie shares her journey of spiritual awakening through dreams, the 13 types of dreaming, and the transformative power of silence in dream circles. Learn how to re-dream the past, envision the future, and embrace your life’s purpose. Watch the full interview on Mindfunda’s YouTube channel and explore the spiritual depth of dreaming.

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Spring: when Earth marries nature, or do your dreams change in tune with earth’s cycle?

Spring: I like this season. The temperature is easy: not too warm, not too cold, the Earth returns from the

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5 series to watch

If you are interested in psychology, mythology and spirituality you are always looking for new inspiration. You do not like

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