Jungian psychology unplugged: my life as an elephant

Symbolism of Elephant: The persistence of the elephant image in the author's own analysis and life.

Chapters: 1. Psychological types: Jung's basic model; The four functions; The two attitude types; Role of the unconscious; Typology, persona and shadow; A dinner party with the types -- 2. Getting to know yourself: Archetypes and complexes; More about persona; More about shadow; Conflict and transformation; Puer / Puella syndrome -- 3. The unknown other: Projection and identification; Anima and animus; The challenge of relationship; Intimacy with distance -- 4. Anatomy of a midlife crisis: Neurosis and individuation; The purpose of neurosis; The movement of psychic energy; Adaptation and breakdown; The self regulation of the psyche -- 5. The analytic experience: Getting started; Work on what has been spoiled; The wounded healer; The hero's journey; Dreams and active imagination; -- 6. Psychological development: Becoming conscious; Self-knowledge and depth psychology; Individuation and personality; Vocation, groups and inflation; The religious dimension

Drawing on his own earlier works, Sharp presents an up-to-date comprehensive overview of Jung's basic concepts and their application.

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