713.524.8253 Upcoming Events at the Jung Center Wednesday, July 19 2017

The Paradox of Suffering Our Unwelcome Companion Suffering is inherent to being alive, and our approach to suffering is significant. C.G. Jung states, “The development of consciousness is the burden, the suffering, and the blessing of mankind.” How might we re-envision suffering as a blessing that can bring change, not ruin? In Friday night’s lecture, we will use story, poetry, philosophy, and a Jungian lens to explore both sides of suffering, inviting us to embrace our brokenness in order to move forward in the service of the Self, rather than escaping our brokenness in ways that disappoint. During Saturday’s workshop, we will explore how we can mediate our suffering in ways that allow the unconscious to express itself. A range of possible modalities will be presented including experiential exercises through which we will consider where our suffering blocks us, as well as different ways we might explore suffering in a way that fosters our own growth. Please bring paper and pen for this process. Carol Tripp Smith Lecture: Friday, Jul 21 7 - 8:30pm $20 ($15 Jung Center Members) 1.5 CE Hours Workshop: Saturday, Jul 22 10am - 4pm $100 ($90 Jung Center Members) 4.5 CE Hours Discover the Health Benefits of Laughter Yoga No matter your mood, the healing yogic breathing and movement exercises of Laughter Yoga will strengthen your immune system, oxygenate both the brain and body, reduce stress, and bring joy and forgiveness. Lainie Diamond Wednesday, Jul 19 6:30 - 7:30pm $15 ($10 Jung Center Members) Origami: Friday Folding Ease into your weekend with the peaceful art of origami. Joan Son Friday, Jul 21 11am - 12:30pm $25 ($20 Jung Center Members) Mandalas and the Human Spirit Join scholar and Tibetan Buddhist teacher Alejandro Chaoul and psychotherapist Sean Fitzpatrick in a creative exploration of mandalas, timeless sacred circles that can be tools for spiritual reflection and self-exploration. Registration is through the Asia Society Texas Center.  Please follow the links below. Alejandro Chaoul and Sean Fitzpatrick Lecture: Saturday, Jul 22 2 - 3:30pm $15 ($10 Jung Center Members) 1.5 CE Hours Location: Asia Society Texas Center Workshop: Friday, Jul 28 1 - 4pm $45 ($35 Jung Center Members) 3 CE Hours Location: The Jung Center Tai Chi: Summer Session II Meditate through movement using Tai Chi Chuan. George Hu Six Mondays, Jul 24 - Aug 28 5:45 - 7pm $135 ($125 Jung Center Members) Jungians Speaking: Murray Stein Get an insider’s view of the International School of Analytical Psychology, Zurich through an intimate interview with Jungian analyst Murray Stein. Luis Moris, with Kate Burns and Rodney Waters Friday, Jul 28 7pm $10 1 CE Hour In this issue: The Paradox of Suffering Discover the Health Benefits of Laughter Yoga Origami: Friday Folding Mandalas and the Human Spirit Tai Chi: Summer Session II Jungians Speaking: Murray Stein Support The Jung Center The Power of Meaning Art Gallery Parking Changes in the Neighborhood Online Education Community Events Healing Circles at The Jung Center Rent The Jung Center Support The Jung Center We depend on the kindness of friends. The Jung Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, and registration fees cover only a portion of the cost of providing our educational programs. Consider becoming a member or donating to support our work -- just click below! Bookstore and Library The Power  of Meaning by Emily Esfahani Smith Too many of us believe that  the search for meaning is an  esoteric pursuit - that you have  to travel to a distant monastery  or page through dusty volumes  to discover life's secrets. The truth is,  there are untapped sources of  meaning all around us - right here,  right now. To explore how we can craft lives  of meaning, Emily Esfahani Smith   synthesizes a kaleidoscopic array of  sources - from psychologists, sociologists, philosophers, and neuroscientists to  figures in literature and history such as George Eliot, Viktor Frankl,  Aristotle, and the Buddha.  Drawing on this research,  Smith shows us how cultivating   connections to others, identifying  and working toward a purpose,   telling stories about our place in the world, and seeking out mystery can immeasurably deepen our lives. Inspiring and story-driven,  "The Power of Meaning" will  strike a profound chord in anyone  seeking a life that matters. Pick up  your copy today and get acquainted  with Emily's ideas.   She'll be sharing them with us at our Fall Benefit! The Power of Meaning this title  is available online and in  The Jung Center's bookstore itself.  Please contact Elissa Davis  (information below) to purchase  or reserve your copy today! For more information, please visit our  website or contact Elissa Davis, Director of Retail Sales and Customer Service, at 713.524.8253 ext. 18 or bookstore@junghouston.org.   Art Gallery July and August in our gallery...   The Jung Center is again pleased to present a juried show of the best of Houston’s exciting young artists from the High School for Performing and Visual Arts (HSPVA). This exhibit is alive and new, innovative and full of fun.   Join us for the opening reception of the annual HSPVA show on Saturday, July 22  from 5 - 7pm Image credit: “Duowls” by Tamsin Ward Parking Changes  in the  Neighborhood Update: We are pleased to announce  that the new MFAH parking lot is open  and available for use, for a  reasonable fee!  Members of the MFAH receive  a special discounted rate, even if  they don't attend the museum!   More info can be found by clicking here. We ask that you arrive 5-10 minutes  early for class, to ensure that you can access a parking option around  the center. Online Education We are proud to announce  the launch  of online classes.  Now you can  access  The Jung Center’s innovative  educational offerings wherever you go! You can access a few of ou r online events below,  or head over to our website to  browse the full list.  Stay tuned for more!   Spiritual but Not   Religious:  Jung as Guru and Sage in  Adult Continuing Education Sean Fitzpatrick, PhD FREE (no CE credit) The Secret Lives of Emotions: Shame Anna Guerra, JD, MA, LPC 1.0 CE Hour $23 ($18 Jung Center Members) The Poet as Depth Psychologist James Hollis, PhD, Jungian Analyst 6.0 CE Hours $80 ($70 Jung Center Members)   Community  Events Child Attachment Interview (CAI)  raining The Menninger Clinic is pleased to  offer the only Child Attachment   Interview Training outside of the  Anna Freud Centre, London,  UK.    The Child Attachment Interview  (CAI)  allows professionals to assess the  quality of children’s attachment  relationships with parents or  caregivers during middle  childhood  and adolescence.  The four-day  course trains professionals in how to administer and code the CAI. August 9 - 12 Location - The Menninger Clinic For Information - or call (713) 275-5060 Click Here To Register   Healing Circles  at The Jung Center As the volume increases in our  local and national conversation, comprehension and true dialogue  seem in danger of vanishing entirely.   Now more than ever we need to  practice the necessary – and difficult –  art of listening.  Layers of thought,  emotion, memory and image  are always present in our encounters  with others.  We will explore how  to attend to these layers and how  to make possible more direct and  meaningful connections.   The intention is to enhance our  capacity to listen deeply.  We will h ave several topics and questions t o choose from and will use a  Healing Circle (Peer Spirit) process  which will be explained at the beginning of each session. Healing Circles are held from 6 - 7:30pm, on every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month, at The Jung Center. Click here for more information, or email Becky Dodds if you are interested  in attending. Rent The Jung Center Host your next event at The Jung Center! Whether you’re planning a personal  or a professional event, this prestigious  venue will provide the space and  amenities you need. Our meeting rooms, including the a rt gallery, are sure to provide the relaxed background and space flexibility  to make your event a success. If you’re interested in learning more, please contact Maria Graff by email or by calling (713) 524 – 8253, extension 30. Click below to like and follow us on Facebook! Click above to follow us on Twitter!