Invoking the Sage

Choosing to Age Well

This course focuses on enriching the imagination to enhance the sense of fulfillment. It takes a Jungian view of the biological, social, and psychological aspects of aging, with emphasis on how adapting to changes creatively can enhance emotional well-being. We will use elder stories, from Baba Yaga to Merlin to illustrate accepting unique qualities and awakening generativity. Topics include planning well for a rich inner life, and practical strategies for living in the deepest parts of ourselves in later years

Awareness of inner dramas and motivations can increase in later life. This enhanced level of self-knowledge is one of the benefits of age. Intentional openness to the stirrings of the unconscious can give rise to unexpected choices, and possibilities in maturity. Discussion also includes the importance of accepting one’s idiosyncratic qualities. Participants examine how maturation itself can be seen as a creative project.

This fulfills requirements for a course on Aging and Long-Term Care as mandated for Psychologists, MFTs, and LCSWs in California.

CE Credit information

The material is presented at an introductory level, requiring no background in mythic studies, narrative theory, or Jungian psychology.

The following CE credits are available:

Psychology, MFT, LCSW, NBCC : 6 CE hours

Nursing : 7 hours

Most teachers must get credits approved by their school administration. Center courses meet the requirements in most states. Contact us if you need more information about receiving credit in your state.

Learning Objectives

List how archetypal patterns shape maturity.

Identify how accepting changes and authenticity can aid fulfillment.

Explain how aging can deepen self-expression and relationships.

Day Schedule

9:30 - 10:00 Checking-in. Seminar begins promptly at 10:00.

10:00 - The sage, magician, and trickster archetypes
11:15 - Break

11:30 - Opening to new perspectives as the years pass

12:30 - Lunch Break

1:30 Accepting surprises, challenges, losses, fragility, quirks
2:40 - Break

2:50 - How emerging archetypal roles build social connections
3:50 - Break

4:00 - Deepening, centering, and mentoring in later years

5:00 - Course concludes

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About the Presenter
Jonathan Young, PhD is a psychologist (PSY10231) who assisted Joseph Campbell at seminars and served as founding curator of the Joseph Campbell Archives and Library. As a professor, Dr. Young created and chaired a doctoral level department of mythological studies. His books and articles focus on personal mythology. Dr. Young currently teaches symbolism at universities and consults with organization leaders and creative artists.

Other presentations on Mythic Stories
Dr. Young also gives frequent media interviews, public talks, workshops, and in-service trainings throughout the U.S. and internationally.

Reading List

This seminar is taught at the introductory level and requires no advance preparation. However, participants are provided with a recommended reading list as part of their class materials. Preview selections from the recommended reading list for this seminar.

For more information , call the Center at 805 687-7171, or check the website for date and location of upcoming workshops. You may also register online.

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