Jungian Dream Interpretation: A Handbook of Theory and Practice (Studies in Jungian Psychology By Jungian Analysts, 13)

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Summary: Theory and Practice of Understanding Your Dreams
Review: This compact discussion of the Jungian method of dream analyses is a thorough examination of basic concepts as they are applied in practical dream interpretation. The author, a psychiatrist and Jungian Analyst, clearly outlines the process of understanding dreams and addresses their purpose. Dreams are for "problem solving and personality development." First they are compensation for conscious attitudes that are ineffective . Secondly dreams serve as guides to conscious integration of the unconscious elements of the psyche as an individual matures into an effective individuated being.
As an experienced student of dreams for 50 years, I consider this to be the best concise source. His example dreams illustrate the concepts and his organization of the theory of knowing one's Self is not dogmatic. As he states the process is one of flexibility in differentiating the personal psyche of an individual from the universal and cultural structures that influence us all.

Rating:
Summary: Theory and Practice of Understanding Your Dreams
Review: This compact discussion of the Jungian method of dream analyses is a thorough examination of basic concepts as they are applied in practical dream interpretation. The author, a psychiatrist and Jungian Analyst, clearly outlines the process of understanding dreams and addresses their purpose. Dreams are for "problem solving and personality development." First they are compensation for conscious attitudes that are ineffective . Secondly dreams serve as guides to conscious integration of the unconscious elements of the psyche as an individual matures into an effective individuated being.
As an experienced student of dreams for 50 years, I consider this to be the best concise source. His example dreams illustrate the concepts and his organization of the theory of knowing one's Self is not dogmatic. As he states the process is one of flexibility in differentiating the personal psyche of an individual from the universal and cultural structures that influence us all.