Kenneth Kimmel replied to Kenneth Kimmel's discussion 4-APRIL: Ken Kimmel—Eros and the Shattering Gaze: Transcending Narcissism in ARCHIVED-Book Club 2012-2013
"Hello All,
We are coming to the end of our all-too-short month of discussion around 'Eros and the Shattering Gaze'. I regret not having more time to consider this last and most important area of the book--transcending of narcissistic states and the…"
Apr 28, 2012
Kenneth Kimmel replied to Kenneth Kimmel's discussion 4-APRIL: Ken Kimmel—Eros and the Shattering Gaze: Transcending Narcissism in ARCHIVED-Book Club 2012-2013
"Hello Chris and All. Sorry for the long gap between my entries. I have enjoyed the unraveling of your thoughts around what I would simply describe as a man's work to transcend the mother complex, and the 'royal mess' he's in when he avoids it. The…"
Apr 22, 2012
Kenneth Kimmel replied to Kenneth Kimmel's discussion 4-APRIL: Ken Kimmel—Eros and the Shattering Gaze: Transcending Narcissism in ARCHIVED-Book Club 2012-2013
"Hello Nance. I commend you for seeking consultation on your case. Remember, the great thing about ongoing psychotherapy and analysis is that our enactments and snags in sessions are normal and often indicate that the therapist has been activated by…"
Apr 19, 2012
Kenneth Kimmel replied to Kenneth Kimmel's discussion 4-APRIL: Ken Kimmel—Eros and the Shattering Gaze: Transcending Narcissism in ARCHIVED-Book Club 2012-2013
"Hello Chris and All.  You make a very important point. Owing to the often 'exquisite sensitivity' of the male's thin-skinned ego complex, it will be very difficult to receive his wife or partner's 'truth' without defensiveness or retaliation.…"
Apr 15, 2012
Kenneth Kimmel replied to Kenneth Kimmel's discussion 4-APRIL: Ken Kimmel—Eros and the Shattering Gaze: Transcending Narcissism in ARCHIVED-Book Club 2012-2013
"Hello, we're half way through the month, and If you are making the valiant attempt  to read the book in its entirety in thirty days you will be in the midst of  Part II.   Regardless of where you are--just starting, a few chapters in,  finishing…"
Apr 14, 2012
Kenneth Kimmel replied to Kenneth Kimmel's discussion 4-APRIL: Ken Kimmel—Eros and the Shattering Gaze: Transcending Narcissism in ARCHIVED-Book Club 2012-2013
"Hello Chris. I don't go into the 'messiah-complex' per se, but there are references throughout--the Arthurian legend of Clinschor, the Sorcerer in Chapter 6; and vignettes about Torquemada and Hitler in Chapter 7, etc. While I'm not completely sure,…"
Apr 13, 2012
Kenneth Kimmel replied to Kenneth Kimmel's discussion 4-APRIL: Ken Kimmel—Eros and the Shattering Gaze: Transcending Narcissism in ARCHIVED-Book Club 2012-2013
"Hello Nance and Bonnie. First of all, thank you for sharing your personal story, Nance. Your disclosure is so human and it's richly appreciated. This is REAL STUFF, is it not? I cannot add to your important discussion about the woman's role in the…"
Apr 12, 2012
Kenneth Kimmel replied to Kenneth Kimmel's discussion 4-APRIL: Ken Kimmel—Eros and the Shattering Gaze: Transcending Narcissism in ARCHIVED-Book Club 2012-2013
"Hello Thankful. I hope you try to resend your question and comment so the group has an opportunity to discuss them. "
Apr 12, 2012
Kenneth Kimmel replied to Kenneth Kimmel's discussion 4-APRIL: Ken Kimmel—Eros and the Shattering Gaze: Transcending Narcissism in ARCHIVED-Book Club 2012-2013
"Thank you writing Nance. I will try to respond to your very thoughtful question. Simply put, a mother can be both the nurturing anchor as well as the seductive goddess to her adoring or needy son. The quote you cited originates from a mythological…"
Apr 10, 2012
Kenneth Kimmel replied to Kenneth Kimmel's discussion 4-APRIL: Ken Kimmel—Eros and the Shattering Gaze: Transcending Narcissism in ARCHIVED-Book Club 2012-2013
"You intuited my deep and lasting connection to the Big Island, Chris. Over the period of 1981-1992 I conducted a yearly 'dreamwork intensive' there.  The book cover was a joint creation of my wife, who found the two images, and my publisher, Mel…"
Apr 7, 2012
Kenneth Kimmel replied to Kenneth Kimmel's discussion 4-APRIL: Ken Kimmel—Eros and the Shattering Gaze: Transcending Narcissism in ARCHIVED-Book Club 2012-2013
"Thank you Chris, for your personal and 'richly lived' insights. I think you understand at a deep level, despite your relative years, what it means to encounter the 'shattering gaze.'  "
Apr 2, 2012
Kenneth Kimmel replied to Kenneth Kimmel's discussion 4-APRIL: Ken Kimmel—Eros and the Shattering Gaze: Transcending Narcissism in ARCHIVED-Book Club 2012-2013
"There are two classic stories that run through the book. One is the story of Jacob in the Old Testament, that I briefly described in the message above. The other is the Arthurian Legend of the Holy Grail, Parzival. Given that it's APRIL FOOL'S DAY,…"
Apr 1, 2012
Kenneth Kimmel replied to Kenneth Kimmel's discussion 4-APRIL: Ken Kimmel—Eros and the Shattering Gaze: Transcending Narcissism in ARCHIVED-Book Club 2012-2013
"Thank you for sharing your insights, Bonnie. I have had such a difficult time trying  to read Levinas's philosophy, (still do) until I realized his writing is like  poetry--non-linear, and often irrational, but oh so moving. For example, on page 209…"
Apr 1, 2012
Kenneth Kimmel replied to Kenneth Kimmel's discussion 4-APRIL: Ken Kimmel—Eros and the Shattering Gaze: Transcending Narcissism in ARCHIVED-Book Club 2012-2013
"Thanks for writing Chris. Yes in my first foray into the Jung Bookstore in LA when I was about 22, von Franz's book on the Puer Aeturnus literally jumped off the shelf at me. You know how it is. It's still jumping out at me!"
Mar 30, 2012

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  • Hi Kenneth. Welcome to the Alliance. I did an M.A. in Depth Psych from Sonoma State as well. They have a fantastic master's program! It truly changed my life and instigated my passion for the wonderful field. How long ago were you there? Do you have a book that is available through Fisher King? Glad to have you here.
  • Welcome Kenneth,

    Hope you find the site both interesting and inviting. There are several approaches to responding to dreams and dreamwork in the blogs, forums, and groups. Hope to see your posts soon.

    Ed

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