Okay, so, I’ve been diving into this whole Jungian psychology thing, and let me tell you, it’s a trip. I mean, the human mind is just crazy complex, right? I wanted to understand myself better, get to the bottom of why I do the things I do, and maybe even figure out some of my weirder dreams. That’s what got me started on this whole journey.
First, I hit up the internet, just Googling “Jungian psychology books” and seeing what popped up. Lots of stuff came up, honestly, it was a bit overwhelming. But a few titles kept appearing, so I figured those were probably good starting points.
- “Man and His Symbols” – This one was mentioned everywhere. People said it was like the Jung 101 book, written for regular folks like me. I liked the idea of getting my information directly from the source himself, or at least, Jung and other Jungians he worked with.
I decided to start there. I went to the local bookstore, but also checked online shops, just in case. Browsed the psychology section, and there it was! Grabbed a copy, and started reading it on the bus ride home.
Reading “Man and His Symbols” was definitely eye-opening. It wasn’t the easiest read, but it wasn’t impossible either. It introduced me to all these cool concepts like archetypes, the collective unconscious, and the shadow self. It really got me thinking about how these things might be playing out in my own life. I started paying more attention to my dreams and tried to see if I could spot any of these archetypes hanging around. It is difficult but I still try to get used to it.
After “Man and His Symbols,” I felt like I had a decent grasp of the basics. So, I went back online and looked for more recommendations. Found a couple of lists of the “top 10 Jungian psychology books” and stuff like that. I have found another book.
- “The Red Book: A Reader’s Edition” I found this one in the recommendation lists. This was more like Jung’s personal journal, filled with his own experiences and some pretty wild illustrations. I think I can have a deeper understanding of Jung’s mind.
Then I started to look for other books by Jung or other authors, and I found this one called “Memories, Dreams, Reflections.”
- “Memories, Dreams, Reflections” – I saw a lot of good words on this one. It seems that it is kind of like Jung’s autobiography. I guess it may provide an easier understanding of Jungian Psychology.
I am currently reading these two books. It is not an easy task. But I am still working on it. I found that the best way to make the progress easier is to share my experience with others, just like right now. It also helps me to organize my mind and have a clearer idea of what I have learned.
So yeah, that’s where I’m at with my Jungian psychology adventure. Still very much a beginner, but I’m learning a lot, and it’s been really fascinating. I’d recommend anyone who’s curious about the human mind to give it a shot. Just be prepared to have your mind blown a little!
