Splitting, Reconciliation and Repair:
Moving Toward Healing and Wholeness
Seminar: March 27-April 3, 2008
This year, our Jung in Ireland seminar will be centered in historic Belfast, proud of its peace process and transformation in recent years, and County Donegal—known for its breathtaking landscapes and unspoiled, authentic Irish culture. Along the way, we will travel to the Antrim Coast with its dramatic coastline, jagged mountains and stunning Giants Causeway.
We invite you to join our distinguished and dynamic faculty as we experience Belfast and enjoy the spectacular setting of
County Donegal, Ireland!
Aryeh Maidenbaum, Ph.D. & Diana Rubin, L.C.S.W.
Directors, N.Y. Center for Jungian Studies
Tentative Daily Schedule
Thursday, March 27
For those needing transportation from Dublin, and/or making travel arrangements through our office, board coach in Dublin airport for Europa Hotel in Belfast. For those arriving in Belfast, transportation easily available to Belfast center and Europa Hotel. Check in to the Europa—centrally located in the heart of Belfast—and rest, relax or stroll about downtown Belfast.
Later this afternoon we will meet for Orientation and Opening presentation by Jean Bolen, “Wounding and Healing as seen through a Jungian Lens” to be followed by a festive welcoming dinner (included).
Friday, March 28
Following the first of our daily, hearty Irish breakfasts and (optional) “Dream Gathering” meetings (led by Jungian Analyst Robin Van Loben Sels), we will explore West Belfast—the place that experienced the most difficult times during the “Troubles.” Walking through parts of the area and viewing firsthand some of the many murals of that period, we will experience some of the history, passions and problems of the times. Lunch on our own followed by a special, guided visit and unique meeting at Stormont (home of Northern Ireland’s Government, set in beautiful parkland) with Members of Parliament and those active in the “peace movement” for discussion and exchange of ideas.
Evening: Free…with ample choice of restaurants
within walking distance of the Europa.
Saturday March 29
This morning, we will hear from two members of our faculty—noted Jungian Analyst and author Donald Kalsched, who will address the topic of “Splitting, Reconciliation and Repair: Moving Toward Healing and Wholeness in a Broken World,” and Mark Hederman—Irish Monk from Glenstal Abbey and well known author, whose presentation will focus on reconciliation and repair, “Because we are a Dialogue.” Following group discussion, we will have time to explore Belfast on our own before meeting again early in the evening for continued dialogue and processing of our Belfast experience.
Evening: Free for dining and/or music in one of Belfast’s many pubs that are adorned with relics of the Victorian and Edwardian periods.
Sunday, March 30
Departing Belfast early this morning, we will head for Donegal. En-route, we will enjoy a unique day trip to the breathtaking, scenic Antrim coast—Northern Ireland’s most spectacular coastline, including the Glens of Antrim; legendary Giants Causeway; Dunluce Castle, and Carrickfergus (one of Ireland’s oldest castles) with lunch on our own along the way. By late afternoon or early evening, we will arrive at the Carlton Red Castle Hotel in Donegal—overlooking the waters of Lough Foyle, located on the picturesque Inishowen Peninsula, and our home for the next four nights. Dinner at our hotel (included).
Monday, March 31
We will begin this morning experiencing the inspiring ideas and music of internationally acclaimed Irish singer, musicologist and theologian Nóirín Ní Riain on the theme of “Striving Towards Wholeness through Listening and Hearing in the hear/here and Now.” Following a discussion of Nóirín’s presentation, and a revitalizing break for coffee, tea and freshly baked Irish scones, we will meet in smaller groups where participants have the opportunity to choose one of the following workshops before lunch together (included):
WORKSHOPS
- Jean Bolen, “Heeding Mother Earth, Mother Archetype, Maternal Instinct, and the Sacred Feminine”
- Mark Hederman, “Symbols and Images,not Dogmas and Creeds, as the way towards Reconciliation”
- Robin Van Loben Sels, “The Simple Act of Dreaming” (an experiential dream workshop). After lunch (included), we will again break into smaller groups, choosing among one of the following:
WORKSHOPS
- Ashok Bedi, “Destruction and Creation—the Eternal Cycle”
- Donald Kalsched, “Dynamics of Love and Power in the Individual and the Collective”
- Nóirín Ní Riain, “Towards a Poetics of Listening”
Evening: Free…with the opportunity to experience and sample a local, traditional Irish pub or restaurant in town.
Tuesday, April 1
Meeting again as a group, our morning’s presenter will be Jungian Analyst Ashok Bedi. Highly respected for his innovative and pioneering work on spirituality and healing, Dr. Bedi will focus on some of the archetypal and cross-cultural issues present in “India—land of Conflicts, Reconciliations and Healing.” Following a break for coffee, tea and scones, we will once again meet in smaller groups, choosing among the following workshops:
WORKSHOPS
- Ashok Bedi, “Ganesha—the Archetype of Auspicious New Beginnings”
- Robin Van Loben Sels, “Poetry Workshop”
- Mark Hederman, “Building an Underground Cathedral: Ireland in the 21st Century”
This afternoon will be free to explore Donegal on our own or sign up for an (optional) organized outing to the Inishowen Peninsula—details to be sent upon registration for the seminar.
In the evening, we will meet in smaller groups to choose one of the following workshops:
WORKSHOPS
- Jean Bolen, “The Crone Archetype: Exceptional Men can be Crones and Crones Together can Save the World”
- Donald Kalsched, “Suffering Peace—an Unexpected Dividend of Self-Realization”
- Nóirín Ní Riain, “Chanting: Participation or Listening—A Path Towards Healing and Wholeness”
Wednesday, April 2
Today, the final day of our seminar, our closing presenter will be Jungian Analyst and Director of the N.Y. Center for Jungian Studies, Aryeh Maidenbaum, who will share with us his unique perspective towards “Jerusalem: City of Opposites, Archetype and Symbol of Wholeness.” After our morning break for coffee and tea, we will have the opportunity to hear from each of our faculty members as we summarize the content and experience of our seminar in Ireland.
The afternoon will be free for relaxing, enjoying the Red Castle’s amenities, last minute shopping, or continued exploration of Donegal on our own followed by a closing, festive dinner (included).
Thursday, April 3
Early morning departures for Belfast and Dublin.
Please Note:
- Final schedule may be modified and subject to change.
- Optional activities at additional charge—details will be sent upon registration.
- As indicated, full Irish Breakfast (daily); all coffee and tea breaks;
one lunch and three dinners included in seminar tuition.
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