An I Ching Paradigm for Individuation: A Comparison Between the Third Hexagram and the Hero’s Journey as Applied to the Birth of Consciousness

Lanqi LIANG

Abstract


Individuation delineates personal growth towards achieving one’s full potential in Jungian psychology. A three-stage path for individuation is found in myths. This process corresponds to the teachings from the third and fourth hexagrams in I Ching. The third and fourth hexagrams in I Ching combined lay out three factors for successful personal growth: the desire to grow, perseverance, and willingness to share. An action plan can be deduced from I Ching for those aiming to assist people in their individuation processes.


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I Ching; Consciousness; Birth of consciousness; Hero’s Journey; Instructional design; Education; Individuation

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