Owning Your Own Shadow
Understanding the Dark Side of the Psyche
Summary:
The book delves into the concept of the shadow, the unacknowledged and often rejected aspects of one's personality, arguing that recognizing and integrating this part of the self is crucial for personal growth. It offers insights into the nature of the shadow and provides guidance on how to confront and harmonize it with one's conscious life for a more balanced and fulfilling existence.
Key points:
1. Shadow Self: The book discusses the "shadow self," the part of us we hide due to its socially unacceptable traits. Johnson says recognizing this shadow is key to psychological wholeness.
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