Description This course explores the psychological roots of radical belief systems, cults, extreme religions, and conspiracy theories. Participants will learn how these belief systems emerge when spirituality becomes  disconnected from its unconscious roots. As a Jungian psychology course, it examines the relationship between the ego and the unconscious, focusing on how unhealthy inner dynamics can […]

Ian Brown's article in The Globe and Mail delves into why Donald Trump retains support despite apparent contradictions. It features an interview with Jungian analyst Vladislav Šolc, who provides psychological insights into the draw of strong, assertive figures like Trump. Šolc explores how deeply-rooted fears and emotional responses can override logical considerations, explaining how voters' […]

Therapy Route, spearheaded by Enzo Sinisi, is an invaluable resource in the mental health space. It offers essential support, guidance, and information for individuals seeking to navigate their mental health journey. Personally, I’ve found Therapy Route to be incredibly helpful in connecting with top-tier mental health professionals and insightful resources. Whether you're exploring therapy options […]

Description In this course, participants will learn fundamental concepts of Jungian theory related to dream analysis and practical techniques for its application. They will gain the ability to articulate Jungian ideas, understand psychological phenomena, analyze dreams, interpret symbols in various contexts, and apply these skills in clinical practice and daily life. Additionally, the Dream Interpretation […]

Abstract:Examining the QAnon movement through a Jungian lens, this analysis draws parallels between archetypal defense mechanisms and the Homeric myth of Odysseus, specifically his stay on Ogygia Island. The paper introduces terms like "Dark Religion" and "theocalypse," exploring the phenomenon of mind possession in religious fundamentalism and conspiracy theories. Symbolically, Calypso, as "the concealer," functions […]

VĚDA | VLADISLAV ŠOLC | PD 4/2024 Proč se člověk stane vyznavačem konspirační teorie? Za nekompromisní ideologií se často skrývá nezpracovaná vnitřní bolest. Jungiánský analytik VLADISLAV ŠOLC rozplétá důvody omezujících přesvědčení a naznačuje cestu ke svobodě.V Homérově díle ztroskotá Odysseus na ostrově Ogygia. Než ho moře vyvrhlo na břeh, přišel o všechny své muže. S […]

Ve jménu Boha. Tatosvého druhu ojedinělá kniha českého autora, který dnespracuje jako psycholog na univerzitě ve Wisconsinu (USA),podává nedogmatický náhled směrem k psychologickémupozadí pohnutek, směřujících k postojům vůči západníkultuře, kterými jsou vybavováni jedinci, ale i skupiny aspolečnost s islámským vyznáním. Kniha původně vyšlaPsychodiagnostika v době utváření multikulturního společenstvív USA a tedy jistým způsobem reaguje na […]

Dark Religion: Fundamentalism from The Perspective of Jungian Psychology is a book on religious fundamentalism and fanaticism written by Jungian analysts Vladislav Šolc and George Didier. It was published in 2018 by Chiron Publications. Wikipedia Page

Two Jungian analysts discuss fundamentalism, shadow, and a new way forward. George Didier and Vlado Šolc, authors of the book Dark Religion: Fundamentalism from the Perspective of Jungian Psychology, join Patricia Martin for a conversation about the psychology of religion as a destructive force and why it is important to understand the shadow side of fundamentalism. […]

Two Jungian analysts discuss fundamentalism, shadow, and a new way forward. George Didier and Vlado Šolc, authors of the book Dark Religion: Fundamentalism from the Perspective of Jungian Psychology, join Patricia Martin for a conversation about the psychology of religion as a destructive force and why it is important to understand the shadow side of fundamentalism. […]