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The Individuated Bookshelf: Books for the Inner Journey

Béa Gonzalez
James Hollis
Jungian Psychology
Individuation
The Eden Project
Finding Meaning In the Second Half Of Life
Iain Mcgilchrist
Vampires
Inanna
Relationships
Creativity
Hermeticism
Romanticism
Masculine Wounding
Societal Expectations
Anxiety
Guilt
Responsibility
Shadow Work
Anger
Blood Caste

The Individuated Bookshelf is a podcast for readers who know that the right book, encountered at the right moment, can alter the course of a life. Through Jungian psychology, mythology, philosophy, and the esoteric traditions of the West, host Béa Gonzalez explores the texts and ideas that shape the inner life. Episodes move between close readings of transformative works, conversations with reader... more

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In this episode I sit down with the actor and educator Jeff Miller to explore Robert A. Johnson’s We: Understanding the Psychology of Romantic Love through a Jungian lens, asking why romantic love has become the “single greatest energy system in the ... more

In this episode I speak with psychiatrist Dr. Sumit Anand about the complex, often misunderstood nature of anger and its deep roots in personal and collective grief. Drawing on classical literature like Homer’s The Iliad and Euripides’ Medea, contemp... more

In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend, professional actor, and educator Jeff Miller for a deep dive into the work of Jungian psychoanalyst James Hollis. We discuss why a life focused on meaning trumps the superficial cultural chase for ... more

In this new incarnation of the podcast, I interview the same guest from the final episode of Gatherings, psychiatrist Dr. Sumit Anand. We explore why modern mental health must address soul, meaning, and a recognition of the human spirit.

Is there sp... more

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Recent Guests

Jeff Miller
Actor and educator who has worked in theatre in Canada and abroad
Centennial College; theatre practitioner
Episode: Stirring Thought and Troubling Sleep: A Conversation on James Hollis
Sumit Anand
Psychiatrist, guest on the show
Mental health practice
Episode: The Will to Meaning: Psychiatry and the Soul
Shylashri Shankar
Award-winning author, researcher, fruit historian, political scientist
Author of Blood Caste, Tonraq Nation
Episode: Truth in Fiction: A Conversation with Author Shylashri Shankar
Roula Maria Dib
Award-winning literary scholar, author, poet, editor with research in literature, creative writing, and Jungian psychology
Independent scholar and author
Episode: Dialogues with the Unconscious — Jungian Perspectives with Roula Maria Dib
Carly Mountain
Author of Descent and Rising, interviewer guest
Author, Descent and Rising
Episode: The Spiral Path: Myth, Surrender, and Embodied Wisdom with Carly Mountain
Connie Zweig
Retired Jungian therapist and author
Episode: Romancing the Shadow: A Conversation with Connie Zweig

Hosts

Béa Gonzalez
Co-host and writer passionate about exploring literature through the lens of Jungian psychology, personal narratives, and creative expression.
Carly B. Coe Vest
Co-host and writer interested in depth psychology, creativity, and the cultural narratives surrounding literature and arts.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 53 ratings
  • Lovely

    Bea Gonzalez is brilliant. I’ll dive into anything she pours herself into! Also, the songwriter seems to bring a different perspective that I appreciate. As a huge music lover, he correctly called out two groups that really invite you to be more connected to the unknown: Sigur Ros & Radiohead. I’m so interested in how the worlds collide, with music and mysticism, so that was a very cool thing to hear. Bea’s Astrology podcast is great, too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dawkiedoo
    United States3 years ago
  • Bea and Jay have a wonderful rhythm.

    I love the themes that follow depth psychology and the creative process. Jay's music is fantastic and provides moments to ponder the compelling discussions.

    Audible
    5
    Customer
    United States3 years ago
  • Great conversation about Jungian stuff and art

    Great exploration of Jungian ideas for those who are beginning on the journey. Also great for artists as the hosts describe their experience with their own artistic work. Glad for the many books mentioned that I can add to my library. Jay’s music is wonderful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LetsGoSpinzz
    Canada3 years ago
  • Great for beginners

    Great for beginners getting into Jungian thought but it’s an echo chamber of others work. The comment is made, at the end of episode 4, that they solved romantic love, I assume that was a joke because they didn’t say anything that Robert Johnson didn’t already say in his book “We”. Great for beginners but plagiarism at its best and no originality.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jibber_Jabber
    United States3 years ago
  • Wonderful conversation

    Such an interesting podcast following the journey of two incredibly interesting, deeply thoughtful and introspective Jungian-influenced thinkers. I love how approachable and human the conversation is - highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MonaToronto
    Canada4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions on literature and creativity, often praising the hosts' depth of knowledge and ability to connect complex ideas. Many enjoy the involvement of musical elements, enriching the experience.

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Talking Points

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Stirring Thought and Troubling Sleep: A Conversation on James Hollis
Q: Tell me first a little bit about yourself.
Jeff Miller describes his long career as an actor and teacher in Canada and the US, highlighting how his work informs his understanding of Hollis's ideas and midlife meaning.
The Spiral Path: Myth, Surrender, and Embodied Wisdom with Carly Mountain
Q: How can surrender be approached in a way that empowers rather than diminishes, especially within Jungian contexts?
She suggests surrender as the power to relinquish control, facing what's present, and using that stance to learn and grow, rather than collapsing into a passive state.
The Spiral Path: Myth, Surrender, and Embodied Wisdom with Carly Mountain
Q: Opening question: what drew you to this particular myth and starting your investigation into it?
Carly Mountain explains she encountered the myth through mentors in authentic movement and myth circles, leading to a personal descent and a deep lifelong fascination with Inanna and associated texts.
Dialogues with the Unconscious — Jungian Perspectives with Roula Maria Dib
Q: What role do online literary communities play in Jungian-inspired work, and how did they originate for you?
Online communities offer a space to sustain meaningful conversations about Jungian ideas, poetry, and art, especially during isolating times like lockdown. They function as living laboratories for collective psychological exploration, where participants share writing, readings, and interpretations that deepen communal understanding and personal growth.
Dialogues with the Unconscious — Jungian Perspectives with Roula Maria Dib
Q: How does your approach to literature and poetry reflect Jungian ideas about the unconscious and the collective?
Literature and poetry become vessels for the collective unconscious, with artworks serving as temenos—sacred spaces—where unconscious contents can be dialogued with. The creative process involves active imagination, symbolism, and dream-like imagery that invites multiple interpretations rather than a single, definitive reading.

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A distinctive exploration of literature and its intersections with psychology, culture, and creativity presents engaging dialogues centered on various influential texts, particularly those related to Jungian theory. The discussions cover an array of topics such as shadow work, creativity, relationships, and the role of archetypes in understanding the human experience. Hosts Béa Gonzalez and Carly Micó Bess share personal anecdotes and insights, emphasizing the impact of literature and music on personal and collective narratives, often with threads weaving through both historical and contemporary contexts. The focus on books as a medium for profound engagement makes it a resourceful space for avid readers and those interested in depth psycho... more

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