There’s a growing movement in ecological circles called rewilding, where humans seek to restore ecosystems to their natural, uncultivated states. It’s a call to bring back the wolves, to unchain the rivers, to let the forests grow dense and wild […]
I’ve created a beginner’s guide to the geography of the psyche, designed for those of us without a formal background in psychology. The full guide is about 48 pages—far too long for a single blog post! So, I’m thinking of […]
This image evokes one of the most iconic moments in modern cinematic history: Neo’s choice between the red pill and the blue pill in The Matrix. In this moment, Neo is offered a decision—whether to remain in the comfortable illusion […]
Have you ever wondered how the symbolic world of tarot could intersect with the psychological insights of personality typing? It turns out that tarot’s 16 court cards and the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) may have more in common than you’d […]
Outline for Lecture: Tarot and the Minor Arcana Lecturer: Jungian Analyst, Kenneth James, Ph.D. Minor Arcana Overview Tarot as a Visual Tool Typological Functions & Tarot Suits Experiencing the PIP Cards Court Cards and Their Roles Numerology of the Minor Arcana Class […]
Your thoughts, beliefs, and perceptions all weave together in a continuous dance, intermixing in a way that profoundly shapes your experience of the world. It’s like you’re constantly curating your own reality, filtering the raw data of life through a […]
Shout to Dave Anderson, who inspired this post with this post. Classical thinking and romantic thinking are two distinct ways for you to perceive and engage with the world, and they play a central role in Zen and the Art […]
How do you come to know yourself? And how do you come to know others? It’s a question that feels deceptively simple on the surface, yet as soon as you start peeling away the layers, you’re confronted with the vastness […]
Our unrealised potential will always draw us into the unknown of our lives, pulling us into territories we’ve yet to explore. It’s a mysterious, almost magnetic force, urging us to grow into aspects of ourselves we haven’t yet touched. But […]
Batman has long stood as a symbol of resilience, justice, and the power of human will. Cloaked in darkness, he’s a hero who walks the line between vigilante and saviour, refusing to stray too far into the light or the […]
In times of heightened uncertainty, the external world—often chaotic and unpredictable—seems to close in on us. It’s easy to feel like the familiar pathways of decision-making, routine, and control have dissolved. This can feel unsettling, even threatening. But in these […]
I’ve always believed that there are layers to reality—the seen and the unseen, the known and the mysterious, the world we walk in and the one that whispers just beyond the veil. For me, those whispers have always felt close, […]
Last night, I had one of those dreams that lingers like smoke in the morning air—a dream where the gods themselves were in need of some good old-fashioned PR. Specifically, I found myself acting as a sort of celestial consultant, […]
The concept of transpersonal intelligence is rooted in the idea that human consciousness can extend beyond the individual self, tapping into deeper, interconnected layers of reality. In this framework, knowledge and insight are not merely the result of personal intellect […]
Lecturer: Jungian Analyst, Kenneth James, Ph.D. Using the Tarot to work on oneself Key Messages:
Ready to discover which Greek deity mirrors your inner self? Whether you’re a natural-born leader, a strategic thinker, or a master of charm and beauty, there’s a god or goddess out there that vibes with your energy. Maybe you’re a […]
Lately, I’ve been diving deep into my relationship with The Fool, guided by Rachel Pollack’s The New Tarot Handbook: Master the Meaning of the Cards. As someone who’s always felt an affinity for the archetypes within the tarot, The Fool […]
Now, picture this: The Fool, with nothing but a small bundle slung over his shoulder, standing on the edge of a great precipice. The sun warms his back, the earth crumbles beneath his feet, and yet his gaze is skyward, […]
Myths are the timeless mirrors of the human soul. They reflect universal truths and guide us towards self-understanding. In short, they connect us to the larger narrative of existence and help us to create meaning. Today’s Mythological Deep Dive: Pegasus.
Today, I drew the Strength card, and as I reflected on its meaning, it revealed something deeper than just physical or outward power. Strength, as this card teaches, is an internal force—a quiet resilience rooted in patience, compassion, and self-control. […]