Episode 9

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Published on:

20th May 2024

Will the Real True Self Please Step Forward? Unmasking the True Self

Chad Prevost explores personal growth and authenticity through various discussions, delving into the unconscious realm and examining the personal and collective unconscious, archetypes, and the hero's journey.

He shares insights on navigating power dynamics and integrating conscious and unconscious aspects for personal growth. Prevost also discusses the complex relationship between individuation and personas, and the importance of acknowledging and integrating one's shadow self for personal growth and creativity. He highlights the stages of growth and provides examples of how this process can lead to greater self-awareness and authentic expression.

High Notes:

Jungian psychology and personal growth.

Unconscious mind, archetypes, and personal growth.

Jungian psychology and individuation.

Persona, identity, and ego challenges in life transitions.

Integrating personas and shadows for personal growth.

Embracing and understanding one's "shadow side" for personal growth.

Power dynamics and personal growth in the ministry and academic fields.

Jungian psychology, self-awareness, and integration.

Inner growth, self-awareness, and ego.

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The Humanist
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About your host

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Chad Prevost

Dr. Chad has advanced degrees in creative writing, literature, and theology. Being married to a psychotherapist has been another education. A workshop leader and entrepreneur, he has started and participated in writing and literary arts communities in New York, Austin, Atlanta and Chattanooga. He also has experience writing as a journalist for startups in tech and logistics. He is the author of several books of poetry, as well as interactive-fiction for youth. Over the years, he has innovated writing processes to foster reflection and insight, narrative strength, and authentic voice.