Jung At Harp

Deborah Henson-Conant & Kathleen Wiley
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Jung at Harp – Where Music and Psyche Meet Join us most Fridays at 9:15 AM ET for Jung at Harp—a weekly conversation between composer Deborah Henson-Conant and Jungian analyst Kathleen Wiley exploring the deep connection between music, psychology, and self-expression. This series isn't about teaching, selling, or proving anything. It's about curiosity, exploration, and the art of conversation. What happens when a psychoanalyst and a musician discuss creativity, freedom, and the human experience? New ideas unfold, perspectives shift, and deeper understanding emerges. Jung at Harp began as a simple car ride conversation—one that neither wanted to end. Now, it's an ongoing dialogue, shared with the world, about how music and the mind shape each other and transform our lives.

  1. 6d ago

    [231] Jung at Harp_#231 Technology and Art – An Empowering Marriage or Ready for Divorce??

    Why Listen? How does technology empower our creativity—and when does it begin to stifle it? Can technology and art truly coexist and thrive together, or are we becoming so dependent on digital tools that we're losing touch with our own creative expression? And what would it mean to develop a healthier, more intentional relationship with technology? In this episode of Jung at Harp, composer and performer Deborah Henson-Conant welcomes special guest Amanda Lopez while Jungian Psychoanalyst Kathleen Wiley is away on tour. Together, they explore the complex relationship between technology, creativity, and human potential, asking whether our digital tools are expanding our artistic possibilities or quietly limiting our attention, imagination, and freedom of choice. Amanda also introduces her upcoming book, Technology Addiction (82 Experiments to Reclaim Attention, Time and Choice), which invites us to reconsider how we engage with technology and discover ways to reclaim greater awareness and intention in our everyday lives. Join Deborah and Amanda for another conversation of discovery as they reflect on the possibilities and challenges of living creatively in an increasingly technology-driven world. Questions explored include: How does technology empower us creatively? When does technology begin to interfere with our creativity? Can art and technology coexist and thrive together? Are digital tools expanding our creative freedom or creating new limitations? How does our relationship with technology influence our attention and choices? What does it mean to use technology intentionally rather than depend on it? How can we create a healthier balance between digital engagement and authentic self-expression? Topics explored include: The relationship between technology and art Creativity in the digital age Technology addiction and digital habits Reclaiming attention, time, and choice Creative freedom and self-expression The benefits and limitations of digital tools Mindful technology use Finding balance between innovation and human creativity Join us for another conversation of discovery where art, technology, psychology, and everyday life come together in unexpected ways. Special Guest: Amanda Lopez Upcoming Book: Technology Addiction (82 Experiments to Reclaim Attention, Time and Choice) Learn more: AmandaLopez.com Kathleen will be back next week! We broadcast at 9:15-ish EST on most Fridays. JungAtHarp.com

    [231] Jung at Harp_#231 Technology and Art – An Empowering Marriage or Ready for Divorce??

  2. Oct 23

    [230] Jung at Harp #230 How to Value what IS?

    #230 How to Value What IS? How often do we overlook the value of what we already have while focusing on what we think is missing? Why do we dismiss our own worth and fall into the belief that what we have—or who we are—is simply not enough? In this episode, Jungian Psychoanalyst Kathleen Wiley and composer/performer Deborah Henson-Conant explore the challenge of recognizing and claiming the value of what IS. Together, they reflect on how shifting our perspective can help us move beyond feelings of inadequacy and cultivate a deeper appreciation for ourselves, our experiences, and the present moment. Join us for another conversation of discovery at the intersection of music, psychology, and life. Watch live: 9:15-ish EST on most Fridays Website: JungAtHarp.com #JungAtHarp #Episode230 #SelfWorth #SelfAcceptance #PersonalGrowth #JungianPsychology #Mindfulness #ValueWhatIs #KathleenWiley #DeborahHensonConant

    [230] Jung at Harp #230 How to Value what IS?

  3. Oct 16

    [229] Jung at Harp #229 Who Am I To… The Ethos of Self-Doubt

    #229 Who Am I To… The Ethos of Self-Doubt Why Listen? What holds us back from stepping into our creative potential—and how can self-doubt become a pathway toward confidence and action? In this episode of Jung at Harp, Jungian Psychoanalyst Kathleen Wiley and Grammy-nominated composer and performer Deborah Henson-Conant explore the powerful and often limiting nature of self-doubt. Why do we question our abilities, hesitate to pursue our creative ambitions, or wonder whether we have the right to express ourselves fully? What happens when we begin to recognize the quiet beliefs that keep us from taking action? Through conversation, reflection, and curiosity, Kathleen and Deborah examine the underlying thoughts and assumptions that shape our confidence and influence our willingness to create. Together, they explore how self-doubt can affect our choices, why it can be difficult to move beyond familiar limitations, and how becoming aware of these internal barriers may open the door to greater creative freedom. Join two harp players—Jungian Psychoanalyst Kathleen Wiley and composer/performer Deborah Henson-Conant—for another conversation where music, psychology, and everyday life come together in unexpected ways. Questions explored include: How can self-doubt transform into the confidence to take action? What hidden beliefs keep us from stepping into our creative potential? Why do we sometimes question our right to pursue our ambitions? How does self-doubt influence our decisions and creative expression? What can we learn by examining the beliefs that hold us back? How can we move beyond hesitation and begin taking meaningful action? Topics explored include: Self-doubt and Jungian psychology Confidence and creative expression Limiting beliefs and inner resistance Overcoming hesitation and fear Self-awareness and personal growth Moving from uncertainty into action Embracing creative potential and authenticity Join us for another conversation of discovery where music becomes a doorway into psychology, imagination, and deeper understanding. JungAtHarp.com

    [229] Jung at Harp #229 Who Am I To… The Ethos of Self-Doubt

  4. Oct 8

    [228] Jung at Harp #228 How to Cultivate Self-Compassion

    #228 How to Cultivate Self-Compassion How can we cultivate self-compassion? Can we practice compassion on other people? And what happens to us when we ARE compassionate? These are the questions we start with in today's conversation for discovery. Join harp players, Jungian Psychoanalyst Kathleen Wiley and composer/performer Deborah Henson-Conant, for a weekly-ish conversation about music, psychology, creativity, and life. In this episode, we explore what self-compassion really means, how we might cultivate it in ourselves, and what changes when compassion becomes something we actively practice—not only toward ourselves, but toward others. Jung at Harp A weekly-ish conversation about music, psychology, and life. Join us around 9:15-ish EST on most Fridays. JungAtHarp.com

    [228] Jung at Harp #228 How to Cultivate Self-Compassion

  5. Sep 23

    [227] Jung at Harp #227 How can you free your creative evolution from shame

    Connection or control? Which one do you cultivate in your art, your work, and your relationships—and why does it matter? That's the question we begin with in today's conversation for discovery. Join harp players, Jungian Psychoanalyst Kathleen Wiley and composer/performer Deborah Henson-Conant, for a weekly-ish exploration of music, psychology, creativity, relationships, and life. In this episode, we explore: Connection vs. control in our creative lives How these two forces show up in our work and relationships What happens when we let go of control and make room for connection Why the distinction matters in both art and everyday life 🎼 Jung at Harp A weekly-ish conversation with Kathleen Wiley and Deborah Henson-Conant about music, psychology, creativity, and life. Join us around 9:15-ish EST on most Fridays. JungAtHarp.com

    [227] Jung at Harp #227 How can you free your creative evolution from shame

  6. Sep 11

    [226] Jung at Harp #226 Resistance to Connection - What Does it Mean?

    Jung at Harp – Connection or Control? Connection or control? Which one do you cultivate in your art, your work, and your relationships—and why does it matter? In this episode of Jung at Harp, Jungian psychoanalyst Kathleen Wiley and composer/performer Deborah Henson-Conant explore the difference between connection and control, and how these two ways of relating can shape the way we create, work, and connect with others. Through an open conversation about music, psychology, creativity, and life, Kathleen and Deborah invite us to look at where we may be trying to control an experience—and what might happen if we instead focused on connection. In this episode: Connection versus control in creativity and relationships How our need for control can affect artistic expression What it means to cultivate genuine connection Exploring the relationship between music, psychology, and life How awareness can change the way we create and relate to others 💬 Question for you: Where do you notice yourself choosing control over connection—and what might change if you chose connection instead? 🎵 Jung at Harp Join Kathleen Wiley, Jungian Psychoanalyst, and Deborah Henson-Conant, composer and performer, for a weekly-ish conversation exploring music, psychology, creativity, and life. 📅 Most Fridays at 9:15-ish EST 🌐 JungAtHarp.com #JungAtHarp #Connection #Control #Creativity #MusicAndPsychology #JungianPsychology #SelfExpression #Relationships #Harp

    [226] Jung at Harp #226 Resistance to Connection - What Does it Mean?

  7. Aug 31

    [225] Jung at Harp #225 Connection or Control?.mp3

    Jung at Harp – Connection or Control? Connection or control? Which one do you cultivate in your art, your work, and your relationships—and why does it matter? In this episode of Jung at Harp, Jungian psychoanalyst Kathleen Wiley and composer/performer Deborah Henson-Conant explore the difference between connection and control, and how these two ways of relating can shape the way we create, work, and connect with others. Through an open conversation about music, psychology, creativity, and life, Kathleen and Deborah invite us to look at where we may be trying to control an experience—and what might happen if we instead focused on connection. In this episode: Connection versus control in creativity and relationships How our need for control can affect artistic expression What it means to cultivate genuine connection Exploring the relationship between music, psychology, and life How awareness can change the way we create and relate to others 💬 Question for you: Where do you notice yourself choosing control over connection—and what might change if you chose connection instead? 🎵 Jung at Harp Join Kathleen Wiley, Jungian Psychoanalyst, and Deborah Henson-Conant, composer and performer, for a weekly-ish conversation exploring music, psychology, creativity, and life. 📅 Most Fridays at 9:15-ish EST 🌐 JungAtHarp.com #JungAtHarp #Connection #Control #Creativity #MusicAndPsychology #JungianPsychology #SelfExpression #Relationships #Harp

    [225] Jung at Harp #225 Connection or Control?.mp3

  8. Aug 21

    [224] Jung at Harp #224 Cultivating Human Presence

    🎵 Jung at Harp – #224 Cultivating Human Presence In a world increasingly shaped by technology, how do we continue to cultivate genuine human presence? In this episode of Jung at Harp, Kathleen Wiley and Deborah Henson-Conant explore the relationship between human presence and technological and technical processes. Where do they meet? Where do they interfere with one another? And perhaps most importantly, how can they work together to enhance rather than diminish our experience of being fully present? Through their conversation for discovery, Kathleen and Deborah reflect on the choices we make when navigating technology, creativity, music, psychology, and human connection. Rather than treating technology and human presence as opposites, they consider how awareness and intention can help us understand the role each plays in our lives. This conversation invites us to consider: How can we embrace technological progress without losing the qualities that make our experiences deeply human? In this episode: What it means to cultivate human presence Human presence versus technological processes The difference between technical skill and genuine presence Where technology and human connection intersect When technology enhances the human experience When technical processes begin to interfere with presence The importance of awareness and intentional choice Presence within music, creativity, and performance Finding balance between technology and humanity Staying connected to ourselves and others in a technological world 💬 Question for you: When does technology enhance your ability to be present, and when does it get in the way? Share your thoughts in the comments. 🎼 About Jung at Harp Hosted by Kathleen Wiley, Jungian Psychoanalyst and harpist, and Deborah Henson-Conant, Grammy-nominated harpist, composer, performer, educator, and creativity mentor. Together they explore music, psychology, creativity, and life through weekly-ish conversations for discovery. Join them most Fridays around 9:15-ish EST at JungAtHarp.com. #JungAtHarp #HumanPresence #Psychology #Creativity #Technology #HumanConnection #Mindfulness #Music #Harp #CarlJung #SelfAwareness #PersonalGrowth

    [224] Jung at Harp #224 Cultivating Human Presence
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Jung at Harp – Where Music and Psyche Meet Join us most Fridays at 9:15 AM ET for Jung at Harp—a weekly conversation between composer Deborah Henson-Conant and Jungian analyst Kathleen Wiley exploring the deep connection between music, psychology, and self-expression. This series isn't about teaching, selling, or proving anything. It's about curiosity, exploration, and the art of conversation. What happens when a psychoanalyst and a musician discuss creativity, freedom, and the human experience? New ideas unfold, perspectives shift, and deeper understanding emerges. Jung at Harp began as a simple car ride conversation—one that neither wanted to end. Now, it's an ongoing dialogue, shared with the world, about how music and the mind shape each other and transform our lives.

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  • Creator
    Deborah Henson-Conant & Kathleen Wiley
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    95
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023
  • Show Website
    Jung At Harp