The Mother Archetype and the Art of Receiving

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In this episode of JUNG ON PURPOSE, Dr. Rob & Debra Maldonado explore the concept of the Mother Archetype and its profound influence on our psyche and personal development. They share how this Archetype shapes our expectations and relationships, drawing connections to Eastern philosophy and non-dual consciousness. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding and […]

How to Make Better Decisions: Intuition vs. Ego

In this episode of JUNG ON PURPOSE, Debra Maldonado and Dr. Rob explore the concept of the intellect, or “Buddhi Mind,” and its practical application in everyday life. They discuss how pure awareness can help solve problems by providing clarity and discernment, allowing individuals to see beyond their ego and personal narratives. The conversation explores […]

Awakening Your Mind: Beyond Ego and Illusion

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In this episode of JUNG ON PURPOSE, Debra Maldonado and Dr. Rob explore the concept of the intellect or “buddhi mind” from Eastern philosophy, discussing its role in distinguishing truth from illusion and its significance in personal growth and self-awareness. They discuss the differences between the ego and the true self, emphasizing the importance of […]

Unlocking Potential: How Shadow Work Leads to Purpose

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In this episode of JUNG ON PURPOSE, Debra Maldonado and Dr. Rob explore the concept of Shadow Work and its connection to finding one’s purpose. They delve into Carl Jung’s theories, the role of the persona, and how embracing the Shadow can lead to self-realization and a more authentic life. The discussion also touches on the […]

How the Father Archetype Shapes Your Life’s Purpose

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In this episode of JUNG ON PURPOSE, Debra Maldonado and Dr. Rob explore the concept of the Mana Personality, an Archetype representing spiritual power and purpose. They discuss how this concept, rooted in Polynesian culture, relates to Jungian psychology and the process of Individuation. Learn about the dangers of Ego inflation, the importance of self-realization and […]

The Mana Personality: Jung’s Archetype of Purpose and Power

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In this episode of JUNG ON PURPOSE, Debra Maldonado and Dr. Rob explore the concept of the Mana Personality, an Archetype representing spiritual power and purpose. They discuss how this concept, rooted in Polynesian culture, relates to Jungian psychology and the process of Individuation. Learn about the dangers of Ego inflation, the importance of self-realization and […]

Purpose and Ego: A Jungian Exploration

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In this episode of JUNG ON PURPOSE, Debra Maldonado and Dr. Rob explore the profound impact of relationship breakups on personal growth and purpose. They explore the symbolism of myths, the psychological effects of losing a partner and the journey of self-discovery that follows. Through personal stories and Jungian insights, they discuss how breakups can […]

Jungian Insights on Love and Lost

In this episode of JUNG ON PURPOSE, Debra Maldonado and Dr. Rob explore the profound impact of relationship breakups on personal growth and purpose. They explore the symbolism of myths, the psychological effects of losing a partner and the journey of self-discovery that follows. Through personal stories and Jungian insights, they discuss how breakups can lead […]

Breaking Free of Golden Handcuffs: Embracing True Calling

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In this episode of JUNG ON PURPOSE, Debra & Dr. Rob Maldonado explore the intersection of purpose and career. They discuss how many individuals struggle to find fulfillment in their jobs and the importance of discovering one’s inner purpose. If you want to become a life coach and wonder how you can help others, listen to […]

Discovering Purpose: A Jungian Journey to Your True Self

New name! JUNG ON PURPOSE First, before we get into today’s topic, we want to share some exciting news. Our podcast, previously named Soul Sessions, has now officially changed to our new name, JUNG ON PURPOSE.  We will still provide the same, deep content but we felt that purpose is really the main thing we […]

Unlocking Peak Experiences for Individuation

Unlocking Peak Experiences for Individuation Join Debra Maldonado and Dr. Rob as they dive into the concept of peak experiences, exploring their significance in personal growth and self-actualization. Discover how these rare moments of heightened awareness can transform your perception and connect you to a deeper sense of self. If you want to become a […]

Harnessing Anxiety: Transforming Fear into Fuel

Harnessing Anxiety: Transforming Fear into Fuel Dealing with anxiety? This is common, especially in changing times. Join Debra Maldonado and Dr. Rob as they discuss the intricacies of anxiety and the unexpected joys of surprise. This episode explores the human condition, the illusion of control and how to harness anxiety for personal growth. If you […]

The Hidden Gift of Sadness

The Hidden Gift of Sadness Join Debra Maldonado and Dr. Rob in the latest episode of Soul Session: A Jungian Coaching Podcast and explore the complex emotion of sadness, distinguishing it from depression and discussing its universal nature. Discover how sadness is not inherently negative, but rather a gift that can lead to personal growth […]

Transforming Guilt: A Path to Free Self-Expression

Transforming Guilt: A Path to Free Self-Expression Join Debra Maldonado and Dr. Rob in the latest episode of Soul Session: A Jungian Coaching Podcast,  Transforming Guilt: A Path to Free Self-Expression, and explore the complex emotion of guilt. Discover its evolutionary purpose, the neuroscience behind it and the distinction between moral and existential guilt. If […]

Unlocking Joy: The Psychology and Philosophy of Happiness

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Unlocking Joy: The Psychology and Philosophy of Happiness Join Debra Maldonado and Dr. Rob in the latest episode of Soul Session: A Jungian Coaching Podcast, “Unlocking Joy: The Psychology and Philosophy of Happiness,” as they explore the essence of joy and how it can be cultivated in our lives. Discover the difference between modern and […]

Power of Love for Personal and Spiritual Growth

Power of Love for Personal and Spiritual Growth Debra Maldonado and Dr. Rob explore the profound and transformative power of love. They discuss the intricate layers of love, examining its psychological, biological, and spiritual dimensions. Through engaging discussions, they reveal how love is not just an emotion but a complex force that influences our relationships […]

Facing the Fire: A Look at Anger

Facing the Fire: A Look at Anger Explore how anger, when faced consciously, can reveal the warrior within us and serve as a force of clarity, courage, and even love. Join Debra and Dr. Rob Maldonado as they uncover the wisdom anger carries and how to reclaim it for personal growth and empowerment. If you want […]

The Power of Facing Fear: Breaking Ego Patterns

The Power of Facing Fear: Breaking Ego Patterns Are you ready to explore the importance of confronting fear and the transformative power of shadow work? Join Debra and Dr. Rob Maldonado as they discuss the complex nature of fear and its role in personal growth. The conversation emphasizes the need to face the unknown and the […]

The Creative and Destructive Power of Emotions

The Creative and Destructive Power of Emotions Are you ready to transform your relationship with emotions and unlock their hidden creative power? Join Debra and Dr. Rob Maldonado as they challenge common myths around “positive” and “negative” feelings and reveal a Jungian coaching model that can help you tap into the full spectrum of your […]

How to Use a Lead Magnet to Find Clients for Coaching Services

How to Use a Lead Magnet to Find Clients for Coaching Services With instant gratification waging war on attention span, it’s no surprise that our audiences are gravitating more towards free content. Even now, you’re hard-pressed to get users to accept cookies or engage with a pop-up before clicking the back button. I would know, […]

Transcending Pain as the Wounder Healer

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Transcending Pain as the Wounder Healer Many of us step onto the path of personal growth or become coaches, therapists, or healers after facing our own pain. The “wounded healer” is a compelling archetype—someone who has been through suffering and channels that experience to help others. Dr. Rob and Debra explore why this story resonates […]

Returning to Real Life After Transformation

Returning to Real Life After Transformation In this final episode of the series on the Hero’s Journey and Jung’s individuation process, Debra Maldonado and Dr. Rob explore “The Return” phase of the journey. If you want to become a life coach and wonder how you can help others, listen to our recent Soul Sessions podcast […]

Reclaiming Your Inner Power on Your Hero’s Journey

Reclaiming Your Inner Power on Your Hero’s Journey Explore the next of our series on Hero’s Journey and Individuation where we talk about your inner power and the Animus Archetype.   If you want to become a life coach and wonder how you can help others, listen to our recent Soul Sessions podcast episode to […]

Why Feeling Lost is the Key to Your Potential: Initiation of Your Hero’s Journey

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Why Feeling Lost is the Key to Your Potential Discover how ancient myths connect with Jung’s psychology and Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey.   If you want to become a life coach and wonder how you can help others, listen to our recent Soul Sessions podcast episode to explore how our unique Jungian coaching model is […]

Step into Your Hero’s Story with Jung’s Individuation

Step into your Hero’s Story – A Call to Adventure with Jung’s Individuation Explore the initial stage of the Hero’s Journey and how it relates to Jung’s work as we connect with Jung’s psychology and Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey in our latest Soul Sessions: A Jungian Coaching Podcast episode.   If you want to become […]

Hero’s Journey and Jung’s Individuation Process Explained

Understand the Hero’s Journey and Carl Jung’s Individuation Process Discover how ancient myths connect with Jung’s psychology and Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey in our latest Soul Sessions: A Jungian Coaching Podcast episode.   If you want to become a life coach and wonder how you can help others, listen to our recent Soul Sessions podcast […]

Using Non-Violence to Change the World

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Wrapping up our series on the Great Minds of Philosophy, we explore Gandhi’s philosophy of non-violence and non-attachment and how we can exercise these principles to change the world. We discuss: The British Raj and how Gandhi got involved How Gandhi used non-violence and non-attachment in liberating India from British rule How we can use […]

3 Pitfalls of Non-Attachment

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In this episode, we cover the 3 pitfalls of non-attachment and what the Eastern Wisdom Traditions really mean by the concept of “non-attachment.” Based on the attachment teaching of the Upanishads, we discuss: What the Five Kleshas (hindrances) have to do with non-attachment How our desire for survival and identification with the ego creates suffering […]

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