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From the Executive Director
The Center celebrated the season and our continued growth with a Holiday Party this past Saturday. There was a wonderful turnout of folks from our community: volunteers, Board members, program presenters and participants, and even people who had not visited us before. I'd like to share some of the comments I made that night: "As I was thinking about what to say here tonight, the word 'privilege' came to mind, and I think it is a very appropriate term for how I feel being here. Earlier this year when I was offered the position of Executive Director, I had never led an organization of any size, and my administrative experience was from jobs I held over 20 years ago. Yet, the Board had utmost faith in me. In some objective way, they should not have counted on me. Similarly, by many objective standards, this Jung Center should not be counted on either--it is an organization that is run on a shoe-string budget, depending entirely on the good will of so many people who volunteer their time, talents, and resources. So, if only measured by objective standards we would not be here--but clearly we are. We are not only here, we are vital and energized. We are growing in our volunteer base in all areas: in the June Singer Clinic for Depth Psychotherapy, in our classes and workshops offered to the public, in the folks who assist us with programs and office tasks. We are growing in our face to the wider community through our new website, emails of upcoming programs and a monthly newsletter, and connections to other organizations that have similar interests and missions to ours here. It has been my great privilege to be able to foster and direct the energy of this community in ways that will sustain our mission of providing a challenging and supportive environment for those individuals exploring psychological and spiritual growth and well-being. I could not have done this without the great support of the Board and staff. Let me finish by acknowledging the season. In the midst of the dark, cold days that come from the waning warmth of the sun, we hope and wish for something that will sustain us through the winter. Earlier this week, a participant in our book club stopped by my office and told me what the Center means to her. She said it was like when you played hide and seek as a child, there would be a place that was safe, a home away from home. The Center was such a place to her; it sustained her when she has been in the dark or cold. I wish for you to have some place that sustains you, whether it is here or elsewhere, during this season and all seasons."  Patricia S. Cochran, PsyD
Executive Director
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Our New Website!
We are particularly proud of the newly re-designed website, done by the talented design team at Andrew Lehman Designs, a company right here in Evanston. Please visit the site www.cgjungcenter.org and let us know what you think!
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2008 Appeal
At the time of this writing, we are acutely aware of the financial difficulties surrounding all of us. We are also aware that you have undoubtedly received and will continue to receive many appeals from other organizations in need. Consequently, we want to express our appreciation for the time and thought you offer the Center by simply reading this, and for your participation in the life of the Jung Center.
This has been a year of change, transition, and progress. Very briefly, we have managed the change of Executive Directors; reinstated internships for the June Singer Clinic, increasing the capacity for clients; reorganized staffing, saving $1200 a month; increased our offerings of educational programs, realizing a 77% gain in income over budget; redesigned our website and began sending these monthly e-newsletters. The Center is blossoming. Despite many difficulties, the energy about the place continues to be wonderfully infectious.
For the first time in the Center's history, the income generated from clinical services and educational programs is projected to exceed the income raised from donors. By principle and necessity, we are absolutely committed to becoming fiscally sound. Currently, however, we still must use a portion of the reserves every month to meet our financial obligations, though the amount needed is steadily decreasing.
Lao Tzu said that "because of frugality, one is generous." We are asking you to make a contribution so that the Center can remain alive and continue to be the generous resource it is for all who walk through its doors.
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January Programs
 Embodied Dreaming for Women
10 Fridays: 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6,
2/20, 2/27, 3/13, 3/20, 4/3
10 am-noon
Facilitated by Keren Vishny, MD, MA
$250 by 12/24, $275 after, CEUs: 20
The purpose of this series is to provide is an appreciation of the power and nourishment of symbols and metaphors emerging in our dreams. In an atmosphere of acceptance and curiosity women will have the opportunity to share dreams and work with personal symbols in 'embodied form'. Movement meditation, sound and simple art forms will be used as vehicles for expanding and deepening our connection to the 'inner world'. Themes from the writings of Jung, Woodman and others and will be presented in a manner relevant to both new and experienced participants. Participants are asked to make a good faith commitment to attending most sessions. Please wear layered clothing, and bring a journal to each session. Suggested Reading: The Art of Dreaming by Jill Mellick
Please Note: This program will be held off site at Held at the Winnetka Presbyterian Church 255 Willow Rd, Winnetka, IL 60093
 Meditation, Plain and Simple
Six Mondays beginning 1/12
7-8:30 pm
Sue Sommers
$80 on or before 1/5, $100 after, CEUs: 9
If you've never meditated before and have always wanted to learn, this may be the class for you. In six consecutive Monday evenings, we will explore both a traditional concentrative practice and one which focuses on your life as it is. The benefits of meditation include: stress reduction in everyday life, increased awareness, and increased presence in everyday experiences. Meditation is both a challenging and useful practice for anyone who wants to learn. Each class will include some Yoga.
 The Sacred Path Beyond Trauma
Ellen Macfarland, PhD
Sat. January 24, 10-4 pm
$75 on or before 1/16, $95 after
CEUs: 5
This program is based on the subject of Ellen Macfarland's recent book "The Sacred Path Beyond Trauma" in which she suggests that nature offers symbols for healing from trauma. She also posits that we as humans are healing symbols for other species as well. Using C.G. Jung's theory of psychological transference and the understanding of the importance of the Tao, this workshop will offer ways of reaching out to heal the world's trauma. Dolphins, horses, and trees are the examples she has researched. After explaining how she understands the soul connection between species, she will share examples from both film and client material. The audience will be invited to participate in a guided meditation where they may discover their own symbols from nature, followed by a group discussion.
January Book Club : "He" by Robert Johnson
Steve and Linda Goranson, PhD, LCPC
Tuesday January 6, 7-9 pm
$15 pre or Drop-in
In HE: Understanding Masculine Psychology we are led through the myth of Parsifal's search for the Holy Grail to gain insight into what the journey towards masculine wholeness looks like, and what role the anima plays. Join us as we explore masculine psychology through Johnson's amplification of the Grail legend. This discussion is intended for both men and women.
To register for programs please call
847-475-4848 ext. 221 or click here
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Jung Corner
This is our space for reflections on quotes from Jung. We invite you to share a favorite quote from Jung along with your thoughts (you can email us by clicking here).
"The meeting of two personalities is like the contact of two chemical substances: if there is any reaction, both are transformed."
This very well known quote of Jung's was originally written about the transformative process that occurs in analysis, yet this idea that the contact or connection between two different entities can result in their mutual change is an apt metaphor, I think, for what happens here at the Center. Certainly, this is a goal in the psychotherapy that takes place through our June Singer Clinic, but as well, I believe this may also come about when someone comes to a class and interacts not only with the presenter but also the other participants. I have even found such a change occurring in myself since becoming Executive Director through my regular contact with our community. The change that transpires may be small, but in some fundamental way, when we are open to another (when we allow a reaction to form from that contact), we become a different person from the one we had previously been. This is one way, I believe, that growth and individuation take place.
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