Alchemy’s metaphorical language and concrete practices offer a way to re-imagine inner life and the process of psychological growth. Its arcane symbols, various stages and operations, and mysterious hermetic philosophies invite us to stand between the worlds of spirit and matter, to bridge conscious and unconscious.

In this episode, I introduce the Jungian and Archetypal psychology foundations that inform the Alchemical Inner Work technique, a framework I’ve developed and will be guiding members through in our upcoming workshop series. I reflect on how Jung and Hillman each approach alchemy, sharing select readings from Psychology and Alchemy and Alchemical Psychology.

Listen in as I explore how weaving their perspectives opens both practical and imaginal pathways for deepening inner work and examples of the technique in practice.

Register for Alchemical Inner Work: Relationships

One of the core principles of alchemy tells us that only separated things can be joined, that a process of differentiation is key to a successful and long-lasting union. In this workshop series, we’ll explore relationships through this lens, applying the technique of Alchemical Inner Work to re-imagine the complexities of intimacy and connection, and to discover paths towards resolution and transformation.

Focusing on the operations of separatio and coniunctio, each class will explore their depictions in alchemical manuscripts, their core symbolic and archetypal themes, and how they manifest in the relational field. Over the course of two months, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a specific relationship dynamic, learning how to enrich it with imaginal depth and apply the principles of alchemy to deepen connection and foster harmonious union.

What you’ll learn:

* An overview of alchemy from a Jungian and Archetypal psychology lens

* A Jungian view of relationships as containers for transformation

* The operations of separatio and coniunctio and their relevance to relational dynamics

* Symbolism, psychological meaning, and archetypal themes of each operation

* How to apply the Alchemical Inner Work technique for relational growth and personal development

Join the conversation

Which approach of alchemy do you resonate with, Jung’s or Hillman’s? Is there an alchemical symbol, operation or concept that you feel most drawn to?

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