Upcoming Events

NAVIGATING STORMY SEAS:  Insights from Jung for Turbulent Times

A weekend retreat featuring a keynote LIVE video session 

with James Hollis, PhD

October 3 - 4, 2025 | YMCA of the Rockies, Estes Park, CO 

2025 feels like a turning point in history. Nearly every aspect of life – politics, economics, education, healthcare, religion, science, entertainment, psychology – is highly polarized. Anxiety is no longer just a personal struggle—it’s a national epidemic, with 70% of us experiencing anxiety over current events and over 19% of us living with an anxiety disorder. Many people sense that things cannot continue this way, but fear that things will get worse before they get better.

Where do we look for insight and guidance?  The Swiss psychologist Carl Jung was well acquainted with turbulent times. He witnessed two horrific world wars and the evil that can come from collective psychosis. His teachings have never been more relevant.

Boulder Friends of Jung will be hosting a highly interactive weekend retreat, during which we will apply the insights of Jung to modern American society. Guided by James Hollis, we will work on adjusting our strategies and finding our way.

JOIN US AT THIS RETREAT IF YOU ARE

  • Looking for new ways to understand and cope with these turbulent times

  • Practicing psychotherapy and needing new resources for clients in distress

  • Desiring to learn more about Jungian theory and practice

  • Seeking like-minded community for inspiration and support

REGISTRATION DETAILS

When: Friday, Oct 3, 2025 (4:00 PM) - Saturday, Oct 4, 2025 (4:00 PM)

We strongly encourage guests to attend both days, but we can accommodate Saturday-only attendance.

Where:  YMCA of the Rockies, 2515 Tunnel Rd, Estes Park, CO 80511.  In person ONLY.  The sessions will NOT be streamed online or recorded.

Registration Fee: $45, register and pay online.

Lodging & Food:  Rooms are available at the YMCA.  The event will be at the Emerald Lodge, which has limited rooms available; there are nearby lodges with additional accommodations.  Guests must make their own reservations online at ymcarockies.org or by calling (970) 586-3341.  Rooms start at a discounted rate of $229/night plus taxes; enter the code “Rick Taylor’s Group” in the Special Remarks field or mention it to the reservation agent to get this rate.  Food is “on your own” with several restaurants nearby

AGENDA

Friday:  Registration and a welcome reception start at 4:00 PM, followed by a brief orientation to Jungian theory and practice and a discussion of James Hollis’ key concepts. 

Saturday:  Late registration starts at 9:00 AM, followed by a 90 minute live video session with James Hollis.  The afternoon will include interactive workshops facilitated by local Jungian teachers and therapists.  The retreat will adjourn at 4:00 PM.

ABOUT THE KEYNOTE SPEAKER

James Hollis, Ph.D. is a Jungian psychoanalyst, author, and lecturer in private practice in Washington, D.C. He earned a Ph.D. in literature from Drew University and taught humanities and the philosophic traditions of cultures for over 25 years before training as a Jungian analyst at the C.G. Jung Institute Zürich where he earned a Diploma in Analytical Psychology (the degree of a Jungian analyst) in 1982. Dr. Hollis’ illustrious career has included:

• Co-founding thePhiladelphia Jung Institute,

• Working as a senior training analyst for the Inter-Regional Society of Jungian Analysts,

• Serving as executive director of the C.G. Jung Educational Center in Houston and the Jung Society of Washington,

• Serving as vice president emeritus of the Philemon Foundation

• Professor of Jungian Studies at Saybrook University in San Francisco.

• Authoring over 20 books, available in translations around the world.