Scott D. Smith, Jungian Author

I figured out how to create a link to the Amazon sample of the book. It's the preface and the APA references for the Preface.

Being Guided: Lessons from Your Inner Beloved Being Guided: Lessons from Your Inner Beloved

The second coming refers to your spiritual rebirth.
“The Kingdom of God is Within You.

Encountering the Self is a sacred gift, often a divine or numinous presence that inspires awe and invites transformation, sometimes gently, sometimes dramatically. People encounter the Self in dreams and visions as a visit from a prophet or God, a mandala symbol, a wise old man or woman, or some other archetype that is clearly not a part of their personal memories. The Self represents everything that people are body, mind, and soul. Jung suggests that all humans possess a Self archetype. A natural encounter with the Self can happen through meditation, guided imagery, mindfulness, dreams, or spontaneous inner experiences. An encounter with the Self profoundly changes people. It affects who we are, how we perceive reality, and the deeper parts of our spirituality.”

Scott D Smith, Being Guided: Lessons from Your Inner Beloved

Nature's answer to immortality is: I can't fix old things, but I can make new ones.

The Parable of the Spilled Cup

https://youtu.be/Ru5Pm8toHUY

Why AI is not threatening writers from my favorite sci fi writer.

https://jmichaelstraczynski.substack.com/p/silence-where-a-story-might-have?fbclid=IwdGRjcARu_p1jbGNrBG79xmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHqWsSDdJF5PM0IPUAEu_uR4yCO8cv6KXbv4s2aghafuQG8-rWJTEWaMo5MBo_aem_HqzGiL3caBPkjA4FcZbWYA&utm_id=97758_v0_s03_e232_tv2_tp1_a1demonjoo76dt

Silence Where a Story Might Have Been Debunking the Myth of AI Storytelling: Part One

Three five star reviews and a rave review.

"In Being Guided, Jung's mana personality theory becomes a practical map for transformation. Smith links symbolic insight with the lived work of becoming whole."

https://sites.google.com/view/scottdsmithjungianauthor

Thanks to David Kline at the local rotary club for the opportunity to present my new book to the community. I might also contact Doug B. about doing this at a few other local service organizations.

"Individuation involves becoming self-aware, listening to whispered thoughts, dreams, and other unconscious messages, and allowing them to guide and transform you. By becoming a more authentic version of yourself, you find meaning and allow the ancient brain to guide you and give your life a deeper purpose that your modern brain may not provide. Transformation is what eventually happens, because your perspective is what needs to change. Usually, it is nothing dramatic: just a shift in perspective and a flood of images and emotions as the change takes hold (Kross et al., 2014). The smallest of changes can make a big difference to a person’s attitude, career, and especially relationships. A person who is living an inner-guided life is not walking alone anymore, and so they are filled with purpose, imagination, and heart-mind balance (Jung, 1968)." -- Scott D. Smith Being Guided: Lessons from your Inner Beloved

Madison Keys credited personal therapy as being more effective than sports psychology as instrumental in her recent wins at Adelaide and Melbourne. I recorded my thoughts for about 20 minutes. She was quite inspiring. I am a big fan.

Tennis Success as a Model for Therapy Jungian Life Coach Scott Smith talks about Australian 2025 champion Madison Key's win and her reliance on self-therapy outside of sports therapy as a key to ...

As a Jungian life coach, I

1. Facilitate Self-Discovery and Personal Growth:

Shadow Work: Help clients explore and integrate their unconscious aspects, fostering self-acceptance and wholeness.
Dream Analysis: Interpret dreams to uncover hidden meanings and insights, promoting personal understanding.
Archetype Exploration: Use archetypes to understand personality patterns and guide personal development.

2. Provide Coaching and Guidance:

Goal Setting: Help clients define meaningful goals aligned with their values and aspirations.
Action Planning: Develop strategies to overcome obstacles and achieve desired outcomes.
Accountability: Hold clients accountable for their commitments and provide ongoing support.
Skill Development: Enhance communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

3. Offer Therapeutic Support:

Active Listening: Create a safe and supportive space for clients to express their thoughts and feelings.
Empathy and Validation: Understand and acknowledge clients' experiences, fostering a sense of connection.
Insightful Questions: Encourage self-reflection and deeper understanding of their situation.
Mindfulness and Meditation Techniques: Teach tools for stress reduction, relaxation, and emotional regulation.

There are restrictions and responsibilities:

Ethical Boundaries: Always maintain clear boundaries and refer clients to qualified mental health professionals when necessary.
Informed Consent: Ensure clients understand the scope of your services and potential limitations.
Confidentiality: Protect client privacy and maintain strict confidentiality.
Remember:

Ethical Boundaries: Always maintain clear boundaries and refer clients to qualified mental health professionals when necessary.
Informed Consent: Ensure clients understand the scope of your services and potential limitations.
Confidentiality: Protect client privacy and maintain strict confidentiality.

Sarah Abs