Inside C.G. Jung’s Memories, Dreams, Reflections

About the Course:

Since its publication, after Jung’s death in 1961, Memories, Dreams, Reflections (MDR) has been read and re-read both as a means to better understand Jung’s own individuation process, and, equally importantly, as a comprehensive treatment of the evolution of the field of Analytical Psychology.

Kept outside of the Collected Works and referred to by Jung as “Aniela Jaffe’s project,” Jung himself contributed several chapters, but chiefly participated in a long and difficult interview process (1957-1959) by which Aniela Jaffé, his trusted colleague, ultimately would provide this singular text with both its structure, tone, and content. As far as capturing the essence of Jung’s life and the core teachings of Analytical Psychology, it simply stands unrivaled in the literature.

In this 8-part lecture/seminar intensive, we will approach MDR as an ur-text in the field of Jungian studies. Participants are expected to come to class prepared to discuss the assigned chapters. Upon enrollment, a syllabus will be provided along with a list of biographies of Jung, numbering now over 20. Each participant will be encouraged to select at least one to read along with our primary text. We will also be reading the recently published text, Jung’s Life and Work: Interviews for Memories, Dreams, Reflections with Aniela Jaffe. Edited by Sonu Shamdasani, who also edited Jung’s Red Book, this book contains the “protocols,” upon which MDR was based.

A hearty welcome to those participants called into this unique event! Registration will be limited to 12 participants. Pre-registration is required.

Course Fee: $500 Non-members / $450.00 Members

Course Schedule:

Session 1: Wednesday, August 26, 2026 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Session 2: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Session 3: Wednesday, October 7, 2026 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Session 4: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Session 5: Wednesday, November 18, 2026 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Session 6: Wednesday, December 16, 2026 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Session 7: Wednesday, January 13, 2027 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Session 8: Wednesday, February 3, 2027 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Instructor:

Angelo Spoto, M.A., LMHC is a licensed mental health counselor with a Master’s degree in Analytical Psychology. He is co-founder of the C.G. Jung Library of Tampa Bay and author of Jung’s Typology in Perspective (Chiron Publications).

Registration:

Pre-registration is required for this course. Members receive a 10% discount. For information or assistance please contact us at info@jungtampa.org.

Course Materials:

 Memories, Dreams, Reflections by C.G. Jung, edited by Aniela Jaffé.

Jung’s Life & Work: Interviews For Memories, Dreams, Reflections with Aniela Jaffé, edited by Sonu Shamdasani.