ON-DEMAND COURSE

Narcissism: A Depth Perspective

Jungian Psychology
TEACHER
Lionel Corbett 
TOPIC
Deep Insights 
Format
4 class course
DURATION
6 hours

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Engage with the teachings of Lionel Corbett to cultivate your understanding of narcissism through the lens of depth psychology.

In this course, Jungian analyst Lionel Corbett will explore the psychology of narcissism. He will also discuss the phenomenon of malignant narcissism and will dive into Ovid’s tale of Narcissus.

Course Description

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Narcissism is a fashionable diagnosis today, frequently used to explain reckless political and social behavior with no regard for the feelings of other people.

People familiar with Lionel Corbett’s teaching will recognize that his teaching transcends mere instruction. In four classes, he will enter the intricate depth psychological realm of narcissism. As a Jungian Analyst and Professor of Depth Psychology, Corbett is an invaluable guide while we navigate the complexities of this topic.

Narcissism is often portrayed as excessive self-love, but that is only an appearance. Having a strong sense of self, reasonable self-esteem and feelings of self-worth is healthy. However, a narcissist feels insignificant or inadequate, but will not admit to these feelings. The narcissist’s outward bluster and swagger conceal a fear of humiliation.

A narcissist is a character who’s arrogant and aloof, with fantasies of how wonderful they are. They feel special and superior. Although they may appear confident, they have a very fragile ego. They have low self-esteem and low self-worth. Narcissists need external praise and encouragement all the time. They seek affirmation from the outside because they can’t affirm themselves.

This series of four talks will describe the psychology of narcissism and its development, focusing especially on the ideas of Heinz Kohut, and his ideas about the psychotherapeutic treatment of this disorder.

Corbett will also discuss the problem of malignant narcissism, which is so common among authoritarian leaders.

Finally, he will look at Ovid’s story of Narcissus to see if this myth is relevant to contemporary ideas about Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD).

This program is ideal if you want to be able to

  • Develop a depth psychological perspective on narcissism, delving into the hidden or unconscious facets of the human psyche.
  • Draw from the insights of notable thinkers such as Heinz Kohut and Carl Jung to enhance your understanding of narcissism.
  • Recognize narcissistic features in people around you like coworkers, acquaintances or politicians.
  • Work with people in a clinical setting: narcissistic pathology is prevalent nowadays.
  • Examine and interpret Ovid's story of Narcissus, to discern some of the underlying aspects of narcissism.

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.
4 video & 4 audio recordings
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Certificate of completion*
Available in English

ABout the teacher

lionel corbett

Dr. Lionel Corbett trained in medicine and psychiatry in England and as a Jungian Analyst at the C.G. Jung Institute of Chicago. Dr. Corbett is a professor of depth psychology at Pacifica Graduate Institute in Santa Barbara, California, where he teaches depth psychology.

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