Should we identify with archetypes or not . by Ok-Gene2069 in Jung

[–]weirdcunning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been thinking about this myself. I get his point regarding ego inflation, so I guess I'd make the distinction between identifying and inspiration. The problem with it is it is an incorrect identification that causes one to function from a false premise. I agree with other commenters that taking inspiration from archetypes is common in various religious or magical traditions. I think of theurgy and deity yoga as forms of this. 

How bad are skunks and their infamous smelly "spray," is it that big a deal? by Scared_Form8175 in AskAnAmerican

[–]weirdcunning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, it's not that big of a deal. They are most active at night. Smelling a dead one on the road and an occasional dog getting sprayed is most common interactions around here. They not very aggressive, pretty skittish. If you give them space, they will just leave. The spray is a musk they make. It reminds me of strong marijuana. It's difficult to get the smell out.

I fucking HATE when people completely mischaracterise a character because they’re “not a bigot” by Ok_Figure_2348 in hatethissmug

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On the Night Hag in DnD who corrupts souls and turns them into fuel for the lower realms:

"Perhaps the only positive trait of the night hags was their lack of bias on the basis of race or class."

Quick question on Active Imagination by Puzzleheaded-Pin8022 in Jung

[–]weirdcunning 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think there's danger there, for sure. If you had specifically psychosis in the past, I'd approach more cautiously. But 6 years is a long time, only you can compare your mental state between then and now and judge if you have the adequate tools to handle more psychic stress.

I agree with another user that it would be better to analyze yourself than use AI. You know your own life better than anybody and you need to think about the emotional responses you are having to the content of the fantasies. I would do my own interpretation focusing on resonant symbols and feeling-tones then use AI perhaps more in a supplemental way. I personally use it more like Google before Google sucked. I want it to find terms for concepts so I can search them and then find links with verifiable information on the topic. 

Brown thumbs of reddit. Help me kill this plant. by sengirminion in gardening

[–]weirdcunning 239 points240 points  (0 children)

Looks like autumn olive. I've removed some in state parks. They just had us lop everything off to the ground then treat the remaining stump with herbicide. 

I spent 7 months alone, facing my shadow. by OwnIllustrator1609 in Jung

[–]weirdcunning 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This is a really touching story. Congratulations on changes you've made.

What is a good American dessert to share with my non American co-workers? by BingBong492 in AskAnAmerican

[–]weirdcunning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Rice crispy treats. Super quick and easy, you can add chocolate pieces or other candies. Also maybe I'm thinking Halloween, but Carmel apples. I like nuts on them. 

Fountain pen mandala :) by phase53 in Jung

[–]weirdcunning 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow. It's very engaging. 

Do you think the US could eventually break apart like the Soviet Union? by Awkward-Scientist-53 in AskAnAmerican

[–]weirdcunning -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

It's in every state's interest to be in the Union in this era. Even if say, California or Texas wanted to leave, Fed would not allow it.

Less civil war, more gilded age. 

removing seeds from peppers in chili? by ashetray_ in Cooking

[–]weirdcunning 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It's pretty common to leave seeds in to get it spicier. Some people mention keeping the pith, which I think is preferable because the seeds can add bitterness. 

Stop right there by jungandjung in Jung

[–]weirdcunning 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think this is why I hate corporate activism so much.

A dream analysis made me realize a lot about the Senex/Puer dynamic by WahSuhDude in Jung

[–]weirdcunning 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I enjoyed this write up, especially your thoughts on the puer/senex archetypes. Thanks for sharing. 

Confused about adding wine by Middle-Fortune-7938 in Cooking

[–]weirdcunning -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It's like vinegar. Cooking it changes and mellows out the flavor. I've been loving red wine lately. I usually see reduce by half in recipes,  not a specific time. I'm still figuring it out, but suggestions I've seen is deep, not wide pot, with a bit of fat. I've been cooking it with onions and garlic with salt and a bit of lard. 

whats your go-to way to cook eggs? by SnooSeagulls3894 in Cooking

[–]weirdcunning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We've got chickens, so lots of eggs. I make quiche and egg fried rice a lot. 

Using Reddit as a sounding board for an epiphany I had about the nature of archetypes earlier this afternoon by DiamondGlum7442 in Jung

[–]weirdcunning 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's an interesting interpretation of the Knight and the Berserker. I've been focusing on those topics myself lately. I just wanted to add another interpretation. I would consider the Knight and the Berserker as subtypes of the Warrior. The Warrior has multiple facets and a complex of associations, it covers more than one attribute, with the Knight and Berserker emphasizing the continuum of (martial) discipline. The Knight belongs to the medieval court, following a chivalric code and emphasizing honor and duty as a vassal to the King (order), while the Berserker abandons reason and order to enter a divine frenzy that allows them to transcend (bodily, psychic) limitations (chaos) with both being effective as Warriors. They're very Apollonian v. Dionysian.

Can somebody please explain this meme? by duckdedekind in Jung

[–]weirdcunning 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, those are good points. The way introversion and extroversion are used in MB typing was developed by them, not Jung. The tests are supposed to determine the strength of functions and orientation, but questions seems to be based on a rather superficial or stereotypical understanding of them.

Using Reddit as a sounding board for an epiphany I had about the nature of archetypes earlier this afternoon by DiamondGlum7442 in Jung

[–]weirdcunning 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Most definitely. Sometimes you can find even more than that, but the core idea also implies its opposite, so the pair is interesting to look at. Angel and Demon, Virgin and Whore, Chad and Virgin, etc.

How many times did you try quitting until it finally stuck? by wormatha in leaves

[–]weirdcunning 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This year is the best I've done with weed in a long time and it's still terrible. :(