In this edition of The Way Out returning contributor NickWarnke, myself and cohost Jason bring you an illuminating and instructive discussion on Shadow Work in Recovery. A quick note about the subject matter and content of this episode. Specifically, some specific memories about childhood sexual trauma were discussed. I edited out some of the most graphic content, for everyone’s protection as one of the specific memories evoked was mine and Jason shared a memory of his own. The memory I shared has been on my heart and mind of late, which is coming up in a season of significant change for your truly. Still please be advised this episode does contain some brief descriptions of sexual trauma. There’s a whole lot else in this episode including a great explainer of what Shadow Work is, why it’s helpful for us in Recovery, our personal experiences around Shadow Work in our individual recoveries, and some practical information about how to start your own Shadow Work journey so listen up. Shadow Work Resources: Healthy Love Group https://health.clevelandclinic.org/shadow-work/ Books on The Shadow and Jungian Psychology: "Owning Your Own Shadow: Understanding the Dark Side of the Psyche" by Robert A. Johnson: This book provides an accessible introduction to the concept of the Shadow and practical guidance on how to work with it. "Meeting the Shadow: The Hidden Power of the Dark Side of Human Nature" edited by Connie Zweig and Jeremiah Abrams: A compilation of essays exploring the Shadow from various perspectives, including its impact on personal growth and relationships. "Jung: A Very Short Introduction" by Anthony Stevens: A concise overview of Jung's key concepts, including the Shadow, providing a solid foundation for understanding his contributions to psychology. "Man and His Symbols" by Carl G. Jung: This is a collaborative work by Jung and others, offering insights into the symbolism of dreams and the human psyche, including the Shadow. (c) 2015 - 2023 The Way Out Podcast | All Rights Reserved Theme Music: “all clear” (https://ketsa.uk/browse-music/) by Ketsa (https://ketsa.uk) licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd)

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