Father Bill W.
Father Bill W.
Depth Psychology: Going In Search of Our Soul
Depth Psychology: Going In Search of Our Soul
Depth Psychology: Going In Search of Our Soul
Sunday 17th August 2025
Dive into depth psychology with Dr. James Hollis and explore its role in the 12-step recovery journey, focusing on soul and personal growth.
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Episode Overview
- Depth psychology offers insights beyond traditional approaches.
- James Hollis' book guides recovery through understanding the soul.
- Symptoms are expressions of the psyche needing attention.
- Engaging with inner work can deepen the recovery experience.
- Recovery aims for wholeness, not just abstinence.
"The aim of recovery is to become wholly, W-H-O-L-L-Y, holy, whole."
In this episode, Father Bill W. explores the profound insights of depth psychology, as articulated by Jungian analyst Dr. James Hollis in his book "Living Between Worlds: Finding Personal Resilience in Changing Times." Father Bill W., an Episcopal priest with decades of recovery experience, guides listeners through the third episode of a series delving into the psychological and spiritual dimensions that underpin the 12-step journey.
Father Bill introduces the concept of depth psychology, contrasting it with traditional psychological approaches that often emphasize empirical evidence and observable phenomena. He argues that this focus can neglect the deeper, more enigmatic aspects of the human condition. Depth psychology, according to Hollis, encourages us to explore these non-quantifiable elements of our psyche, which often manifest as symptoms such as depression and anxiety.
These symptoms can be seen as messages from the soul, indicating a need for change and deeper understanding. Throughout the episode, Father Bill highlights the importance of engaging with our inner world through practices like journaling, dream work, and active imagination. He emphasizes that recovery is not merely about abstaining from substances but involves a holistic transformation towards becoming whole—embracing both the light and shadow within us.
Father Bill also reflects on his personal recovery journey, sharing that after years of sobriety, the call to explore deeper psychological and spiritual questions becomes evident. He asserts that true recovery involves listening to and integrating our split-off parts, moving beyond mere survival to a life of greater authenticity and connection with the divine.
Listeners are encouraged to challenge the core perceptions that drive undesirable behaviors and to embark on a journey towards personal wholeness, transcending their identity as addicts to embrace their full potential as children of God. Father Bill concludes by inviting listeners to continue exploring these themes in future episodes, where Hollis' essential principles of depth psychology will be further unpacked.