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. 

  1. 2D AGO

    How DNA Shapes Your Personality: Genetics and Behavior

    Can your DNA hold you back from reaching your goals in life? Learn how genetics alone are not to blame for your life struggles but they are an important factor. Learn how inherited traits along with environments can impact your patterns and help you change. Key Moments: 0:01 - Introduction to Jung On Purpose 1:37 - Understanding Genetic Inheritance 2:16 - Behavioral Genetics and Early Childhood 6:07 - The Role of Environment in Development 14:28 - Genetics vs. Environment: A Balanced View 36:26 - Transcending Genetic Limitations In this episode, Debra Maldonado and Dr. Rob explore the intricate relationship between genetics, early childhood experiences, and personal growth. They shed light on common misconceptions about inherited traits and emphasize our capacity to evolve beyond our genetic predispositions through conscious effort and awareness. Key insights: The distinction between inherited traits and the emergence of personality and behaviorHow genetics provide tendencies and biases, not fixed outcomesThe influence of early childhood environment and critical periods on brain developmentThe concept of gene-environment interaction and its role in shaping our livesThe misconception that we are doomed by our DNA and the potential for changeThe importance of lifestyle, social support, and conscious decision-making in transcending genetic predispositionsThe role of neuroplasticity in strengthening or weakening neural pathwaysHow different life stages, especially early childhood, are pivotal in pattern formationThe significance of flexibility and emotional intelligence in mental healthThe myth of fixed intelligence and the potential for growth through learningShare 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

    42 min
  2. APR 13

    Power of Coaching: A New Jungian Model

    Have you ignored coaching because you think it isn't deep enough? This episode explores the rapidly evolving landscape of coaching, emphasizing the importance of depth, consciousness, and a spiritual dimension rooted in New Jungian and Eastern philosophies. Debra Maldonado and Dr. Rob unpack the misconceptions about coaching, its growing prominence, and how it can serve as a tool for profound personal transformation. Key Topics: The rise in public awareness of coaching and its differentiation from therapy.The importance of credentialing and maintaining professional standards.The shift from superficial motivation to deep psychological and spiritual work.How New Jungian and Eastern philosophies enrich coaching practices.The distinction between symptom management and transformative inner work.Ethical boundaries and the importance of proper training for coaches.The potential for coaching to incorporate non-dual and consciousness models for greater impact.The future of coaching as a means to explore and develop the inner self.Episode Guide: 00:00 - Introduction: Exploring misconceptions and the power of coaching 01:57 - Public awareness of coaching at 73% and its evolution over 26 years 08:22 - The shift from symptom relief to deeper purpose-driven work 20:47 - The emerging role of consciousness studies in coaching 36:36 - Inner work as the true source of lasting fulfillment and external achievement 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

    40 min
  3. APR 6

    Radical Jung: The Ancient Psyche and Surviving the Modern World - Interview with Rob Faure Walker

    This episode dives into the profound intersections of Jungian psychology, ecotherapy, social media’s impact on mental health, and the symbolic power of nature. Rob Faure Walker, author of the new book, “Radical Jung” shares his insights on how reconnecting with nature and understanding our collective shadows can foster healing and resilience in today's complex world.Main topics covered: The role of ecotherapy in mental healthJungian archetypes and the significance of the collective shadowHow social media and the attention economy colonize our mindsThe mythological and symbolic nature of grief and grief practicesThe potential of psychedelics and their integration through Jungian modelsEnvironmental crises and the collective psyche’s responsePractical steps to reconnect with nature and reframe our perceptionsRob Faure Walker is an ecotherapist and author. He has previously worked as a teacher in schools in North and East London and as an academic at University College London and SOAS University of London, where he founded systems to help academics to provide the UK Parliament with research based evidence to support law making. His previous books have explored western governments’ misguided promotion of counter-extremism strategies and how to find loving transcendence while being forced to live in a transactional market economy. His forthcoming book, Radical Jung, is out in late May and explores healing through Gnostic introspection so that we can act better in the world.  Resources: Radical Jung - Rob Faure-Walker (Pre-order available now, coming out in May) https://www.revolpress.com/radical-jung The Philosophy of Meta Reality by Roy Baskar Kim Stanley Robinson’s The Ministry of the Future Ronald Sanderson’s work on psychedelics and Jung Jung’s autobiography - Memories, Dreams, Reflections 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

    47 min
  4. MAR 30

    Lucid Dreaming vs. Dream Yoga: What's the Difference? (And Why It Matters)

    In this episode, Debra and Dr. Rob explore the profound practice of dream yoga, its roots in Eastern philosophy, and its connection to lucid dreaming. They discuss how mastering awareness in dreams can deepen self-understanding, facilitate spiritual growth, and even influence waking life. Whether you're curious about using dreams as a tool for healing or awakening, this episode offers actionable insights on integrating dream work into your consciousness practice. In this episode explore with us: The core principles of yoga as a discipline aimed at self-realization, beyond physical posturesThe four states of consciousness: waking, dreaming, deep sleep, and pure consciousness (Turiya)How dream yoga trains awareness within the dream state to foster spiritual evolutionThe relationship between lucid dreaming and dream yoga, including practical ways to cultivate lucidityUsing active imagination and archetype interaction in dreams to accelerate personal transformationThe significance of recognizing dreams as symbolic messages from the unconscious mindPractical methods to prepare for engaging consciously with dreams and the collective unconsciousThe therapeutic and healing potentials of lucid and dream yoga statesEpisode Guide: 00:00 - Introduction to dream yoga  02:21 - Exploring the four states of consciousness and Turiya  06:23 - Jungian psychology's view on integrating subconscious and conscious mind  07:46 - Moving from ego-centric view to collective unconscious awareness  12:23 - How lucid dreams can serve as portals for manifesting and healing  14:33 - Active imagination and archetypes as tools for lucid dream preparation  16:03 - Neuroscientific insights: waking life as symbolic and dreamlike  19:37 - Utilizing dreams for higher knowledge, healing, and confronting shadow aspects  21:16 - Transcendental states and therapeutic effects of dream yoga  22:24 - Bringing bliss states from deep sleep into waking consciousness  23:44 - Using dream work to manifest love and personal relationships  26:27 - Practical waking practices for spiritual preparation  New: Jungian Dream Oracle App. Download Your Free App today! https://creativemindlife.com/jungian-dream-oracle-app/ 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

    32 min
  5. MAR 16

    What Nightmares Really Mean

    Do you have nightmares and get nervous as to what they can mean?  Nightmares are often dismissed as mere disturbances, but they are powerful messages from your unconscious mind. In this episode, we explore how to interpret nightmares, distinguish them from night terrors, and understand their roles in personal growth and shadow work. Whether you're experiencing recurring nightmares or just curious about their significance, this discussion offers clarity and actionable insights into harnessing these intense dreams for self-awareness. Key Topics: Nightmares serve as warning signals, acting as an alarm system from the unconscious that needs attention and integration.Night terrors are distinct from nightmares—more physical, less memorable, and often linked to trauma or genetic predispositions.Dreams should never be taken literally; symbols in nightmares represent aspects of yourself and your psyche.Jungian analysis views nightmares as compensatory, balancing overemphasized aspects of the conscious personality, such as ego or persona. New: Jungian Dream Oracle App. Download Your Free App today! https://creativemindlife.com/jungian-dream-oracle-app/ 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

    33 min
  6. MAR 9

    Why You Dream About Your Parents: The Jungian Meaning of the Mother and Father Archetypes

    This episode dives into how our dreams reveal deeper layers of ourselves through the lens of Jungian archetypes, specifically focusing on the mother and father. Understanding these archetypes offers profound insights into personal growth, transformation, and self-awareness—whether through dreams or waking life. In this episode: The distinction between biographical and archetypal parents in dreamsHow the collective unconscious shapes our perceptions of mother and fatherThe symbolic significance of the mother archetype: safety, nurturing, engulfmentThe father archetype: authority, power, spiritual connection, and motivationHow dreams serve as internal maps guiding you through individuationThe role of the Imago and internal images of parental figuresPractical tips for interpreting dreams within a Jungian frameworkThe power of archetypes to activate spiritual transformationIntroduction to the Jungian Dream Oracle app for practical dream work New: Jungian Dream Oracle App. Download Your Free App today! https://creativemindlife.com/jungian-dream-oracle-app/ 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

    41 min
4.8
out of 5
53 Ratings

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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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