ON-DEMAND COURSE

Homer’s Odyssey

Jungian Psychology
TEACHER
Dennis Patrick Slattery
TOPIC
Archetypes
Format
9 Class Course
DURATION
18 hours

Payment options: Credit Card or PayPal.

“What would Odysseus have been without his wanderings?” — C.G. Jung

Join Dennis Patrick Slattery for a ‘psychological book club’ unlike any other: a nine-class journey into Homer’s timeless epic, “The Odyssey”. Through nine webinars, Dennis will guide us in exploring the concept of personal myth, drawing parallels between Odysseus’s journey and our own individual paths.

This course offers a unique opportunity to delve into the heart of myth and literature, uncovering the power of story to illuminate and shape our lives. With over half a century devoted to the study of personal and collective myths, Dennis brings a profound curiosity and warmth to each session. In this space, we are invited to see ourselves reflected in Homer’s characters—gods, goddesses, and mortals alike—as well as in the stories and insights shared by fellow participants.

As a special gift, those who register for this program will receive free access to a bonus class with Dr. Slattery.

We invite you to join us as we journey together into the transformative landscape of “The Odyssey”, seeking meaning and connection in the rich tapestry of myth.


Course Description

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Odysseus is truly epic literature’s “man of many turns.” He embodies the warrior, the artist, the creator of fiction, and the seeker of truth—yet he can also conceal, trick, and occasionally cause mischief. Both blessed and challenged by the gods, he is, above all, a soul deeply wounded by years of battle in Troy. His one longing is to return to Ithaca, to the embrace of his beloved Penelope and his son, Telemachos. Homer’s “Odyssey” unfolds as a story of this journey home—a homecoming that ultimately brings healing.

The “Odyssey” also offers a rich mythopoetic exploration of the power of stories, showing us how deeply our identities are woven into the narratives we create. It is filled with reminders of the wisdom gained from listening to others’ experiences, a gift we carry through life.

In Homer’s epic, we witness the union of masculine and feminine energies, creating a “sweet agreement” within the soul. This harmony extends outward, touching the entire Ithacan community and inviting balance and healing for all.

Prior knowledge of ”The Odyssey” is not necessary—just a willingness to journey together as we explore the soul’s movement from fragmentation to wholeness in the timeless landscape of Homer’s masterpiece.

Required Reading
Dennis Patrick Slattery, From War to Wonder: Recovering Your Personal Myth Through Homer’s Odyssey (Mandorla Books, 2019).

Suggested Reading
Albert Cook’s translation of the Odyssey is cited throughout my book. The Odyssey. A Verse Translation. W.W. Norton, 1993.

Enjoy free access to a bonus class with Dr.Slattery !


This program is ideal if you want to be able to

  • Explore the power of stories as healing agents for the soul.
  • Understand the voyage, the journey and the odyssey of your life.
  • Learn more about mythopoesis, the making or shaping of coherence and meaning in your life story and its relation to your larger community.
  • Learn more about the archetypal patterning in life’s events and how they can be turned into opportunities for personal and collective growth.

Course overview

What you will receive

*You will receive a certificate of completion, but it’s not from an official accrediting body. Please check if it will be accepted by the organization you wish to use it with.
9 video & 9 audio recordings
Reading List
Auto-generated Subtitles
Certificate of completion*
Available in English

ABout the teacher

Dennis Patrick Slattery

Dennis Patrick Slattery Ph.D., has been teaching for more than 54 years, the last 27 of which have been in the Mythological Studies Program at Pacifica Graduate Institute in Santa Barbara, California, where he is currently Distinguished Professor Emeritus.

Scholarships

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