What does Jung say about shadow?

Jung stated the shadow to be the unknown dark side of the personality. According to Jung, the shadow, in being instinctive and irrational, is prone to psychological projection, in which a perceived personal inferiority is recognized as a perceived moral deficiency in someone else.

What is shadow projection?

Projection is the externalization, or sending out, of unconscious aspects of yourself. These aspects include positive or negative needs, like the need for love or the need for control; unconscious feelings; and ideas you are not aware of having.

What is my Jungian shadow?

The ‘shadow’ is the side of your personality that contains all the parts of yourself that you don’t want to admit to having. It is at first an unconscious side.

What is Jungian projection?

– C.G. Jung. Projections are images we have of others, which are generated by the psyche and based in our own fears, desires, impulses, and unresolved issues, most of which are unconscious.

How do shadows work Jung?

Here are simple ways to begin your shadow work.

Review your childhood. Ask yourself:
Become aware of your shadow. We are unaware of the shadow in the same way we can’t see in the darkness.
Don’t shame the shadow. Once you become aware of your shadow self, don’t shame or blame it.
Use Your Triggers.
Observe without judgment.

What does Shadow work mean spiritually?

Suspend judgement on yourself : Shadow work is a practice of healing and self-growth, which means that it requires surrender and acceptance. Instead of attacking everything that you don’t want to think, feel, or address, go into this process with an attitude of compassion for yourself and your experiences.

How can I face my shadow self?

Is your ego your shadow?

The ego isn’t the shadow. It’s your sense of self. So if your sense of self relies on not looking under the carpet, it won’t be happy when the shadow starts to emerge.