Jung's Technique of Active Imagination and Desoille's Directed Waking Dream Method: Bridging the Divide

Jung's Technique of Active Imagination and Desoille's Directed Waking Dream Method (RED) are combined to form an integrated framework of clinical practice. It explores the theoretical similarities and differences between these approaches and compares their spatial metaphors of interiority. The book is a unique contribution to analytical psychology and will be of interest to academics, researchers, and post-graduate students.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 232 pages
Publication date: 29 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Jung's Technique of Active Imagination and Desoille's Directed Waking Dream Method (RED) is a groundbreaking exploration of the intersection between Carl Jung's active imagination and Robert Desoille's directed waking dream method (RED). This comprehensive work delves into the historical development of these approaches in Central Europe during the first half of the 20th century, shedding light on their theoretical similarities and differences. By proposing an integrated framework of clinical practice, the book aims to bridge the gap between these two influential methods.

The book's primary objective is to examine the broader European context of the 1900s, which played a significant role in shaping the development of Jung's and Desoille's methods. Through a comparative analysis of the spatial metaphors of interiority employed by both Jung and Desoille, the work seeks to unravel the traditional concept of inner psychic space in the waking dreams of Jungs active imagination and Desoilles RED. Additionally, it endeavors to conduct a broader theoretical comparison between the procedural aspects of both RED and active imagination, identifying commonalities and divergences between the two approaches.

This book stands as a unique contribution to the field of analytical psychology, appealing to academics, researchers, and post-graduate students interested in the application of imagination and mental imagery in analysis, psychotherapy, and counseling. Its historical focus, particularly on tracing the connections between Jungian and Desoillian schools, will be of immense interest to Jungian and Desoillian scholars alike. Moreover, the book provides a detailed account of Desoille's early life and his first written works, adding depth and richness to the understanding of his contributions to the field.

Recognized for its scholarly excellence, Jung's Technique of Active Imagination and Desoille's Directed Waking Dream Method (RED) was nominated for the Gradiva Award in 2021. This accolade further highlights the significance and impact of this work in the realm of psychological exploration.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367518622