Elemental Psychology: Using Jungian Psychology and the Sacred Elements for Spiritual Development

"As a system, Jung’s theories begin to approach some of the ancient wisdom teachings handed down for centuries by mystics, shamans, yogis, and wise elders. Using Jung’s methodology and applying it toward the spiritual pursuits is part of a growing trend amongst educators and leaders within various indigenous and alternative faith-based communities. It is not so much a borrowing from psychology as a return to techniques that Jung so wisely borrowed from the Eastern and Western magickal paths. There is much to be learned by preserving the links between the psychological and the spiritual—in both directions. Linking the four ancient elements back into psychology returns a rich heritage. Ultimately it provides needed framing to the spiritual journey and the work of evolving the soul. " From the Epilogue

Katrina Messenger is a certified Archetypal Pattern Analyst and Dream Pattern Analyst. As a Wiccan mystic, Katrina works extensively with mythology, dreams, ritual and trance as a means of self exploration, self healing and self evolution. She believes that any attempt to change the external world must be paired with the inner work of a personal spiritual practice. She is the author of Descent: A Journey for Women, and Dark Beauty