the space between; from opposition to dynamic equilibrium

“Out of the Tao comes One, Out of One comes Two, Out of Two comes Three, Out of Three comes the Ten Thousand Things...”

— Tao Te Ching

The Space Between, From Opposition to Dynamic Equilibrium, engages a place of awareness that exists between Yin and Yang, a place of neither and both, rather than either/or. This third space, which Jung calls ‘the transcendent function,’ enables another level of being and action. It is a state of consciousness that can be intentionally found and practiced. In my experience since the early 1990’s, especially while teaching group work, working with this third space often gives rise to numinous states of being that transcend normal perception and awareness.

Together and individually you will participate in empirical, inner psycho-spiritual and physical research, in combination with a practice of holding awareness, held in a supportive group learning process. This is a method of deep perception and witness of the world within and without. We will work with the lenses of Jungian psychology, ancient Chinese philosophy, and ‘Embodied Awareness.’ The latter refers to my perspective and means of working with body and psyche, developed over the last 35+ years. We will explore the quiet place of witness between:

Life Circumstances and Inner Reactions
Symbolic and Material
Instincts and Spirit
Soul and Spirit
(Wholesome) Darkness & Light
Eternal and Temporal

The Space Between is about finding the “2 million year-old wise person” within, listening to heart and soul, and having intellect and ego be of service to your unique essence, knowing, and life path. This is an exploration and support for you to become increasingly aware of who (or what) you are and why you came here. It is a path of inner simplicity, of being, of listening and responsiveness. I will facilitate and lead, but each of you will be supported to step into your unique authority and power, not defined by a patriarchal view.

The Space Between will engage in deconstructing the enculturation, stereotypes, and projections onto feminine and masculine energies, to discover, and to explore life as a joyful, creative expression of your soul as an inherent part of nature and the cosmos.

Themes

Deepening your understanding, perception, and experience of the archetypal nature of reality.
Finding a third space of consciousness that is both and neither, rather than either/or. It is here that we find meaning; a ‘sweet spot’ from which to engage life.
Deconstructing enculturation, stereotypes and projections onto feminine/masculine (and yin/yang), seeing the beauty and the shadow of each so that the two might come into right relationship.
Exploration life as a joyful, creative expression of your unique soul as an inherent part of nature and the cosmos.

“The most beautiful and profound emotion we can experience is the sensation of the mystical. It is the power of all true science.”

— Albert Einstein

The Format

Four 8-week Modules consisting of:

8 weekly sessions 2.5 hours in length.
Related reading suggestions and assignments.
A personal presentation to the group about your particular process, insights, and developments for the purpose of collective sharing, support and learning.
Approximately 5-week intervals between modules for integration and rest.

Class Size – Limited to 12 people.

This is an online course, which may be attended by people in various countries. The courses are timed in order that it may be accessible to many in many places. Diversity is welcomed.

Schedule and Fees

2027 schedule and fees to be announced. For questions and to reserve your space, please write to ExperientialJungianJourneys@gmail.com or call +1 360 774.3488.

"Working with Laura has helped me break down the walls that were separating me from a truly magical world! -- AO Spain " read more

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