Carl Jung 1875 1961 Carl as a Jungster

Carl Jung 1875 - 1961

Carl as a “Jung”ster Born in Switzerland to Paul Jung (a pastor) and Emilie Preiswerk. Carl was the 4 th and only surviving child. Emilie was depressed and absent from the household. Carl grew a solitary life and was happiest when “left alone with his own thoughts”.

Early life… At 12, Jung began to have fainting spells and his parents feared he may have epilepsy. He developed a fascination with spirituality at a young age being raised in church. Studied at University of Basel. In early 20’s began to research the unconscious mind/ moved to Paris to study under Pierre Janet. Jung married Emma Rauschenbach in 1903 and were married 52 years until her death in 1955.

The Unconscious Mind Ø Ego – our conscious mind; what we are aware of. Ø Personal Unconscious – Made up of past experiences Ø Collective Unconscious – Psychological heritage Individuation – The process of personal development that involves establishing a connection between the ego and the self (total psych).

INTROVERT VS. EXTROVERT Introvert – More comfortable with the inner world of their thoughts and feelings. Extrovert – More social and aware of what is going on around them.

Concepts of Theory • What is a concept? • A general idea derived or inferred from specific instances or occurrences • A general notion or idea • The two big concepts that Carl Jung came up with • Introvert and Extrovert • How did he come to these two ideas

Carl Jung's Personality Theories • Are there a few possible ways to describe a person with these traits in today’s world?

Subconscious Personality Test Name a color (any color). Now think of 3 words that describe that color. Name an animal (any animal). Now think of 3 words that describe that animal. Name a body of water. 3 words describing it. Imagine you’re in a room. All the walls are white and there are no windows or doors. In 3 words describe how that room feels to you…