The term “spiritual” has been mired in ambiguity, leading to confusion. This article avoids strict definition, opting for a scientific approach grounded in observed facts and experiences. By Roberto Assagioli, (Doc. #24085 – Assagioli Archives – Florence). Original Title: Il Risveglio e lo Sviluppo della Coscienza Spirituale. Translated and Edited With Notes by Jan Kuniholm[i] Abstract: […]
Bio-psychosynthesis
This talk delves into the concept of biopsychosynthesis, emphasizing the essential integration of the body in the synthesis of human personality. By Roberto Assagioli, MD. A Talk given at the Knightsbridge Hotel London, August 1966. (Doc. #23617 – Assagioli Archives – Florence) Original Title: Conversazione al Knightsbridge Hotel di Londra nell’agosto 1966. Translated and Edited […]
Development of Immature and Higher Faculties
Assagioli highlights how certain faculties, despite not being quantitatively deficient, remain at primitive stages, often leading to unconscious disruptions in personality. By Dr. Roberto Assagioli (Doc. #24077 – Assagioli Archives – Florence)[i] LESSON IX – Lecture Course on Psychosynthesis (Unrevised notes from June 18, 1933). Translated and Edited With Notes by Jan Kuniholm[ii] Abstract: This lecture explores […]
From Indecision To Choice
The difficulty in making right decisions arises from a lack of self-awareness and the presence of hidden motives and tendencies. By Roberto Assagioli, (Doc. #24218 – Assagioli Archives – Florence). Original Title: Dell’indecisione alla Scelta[1]. Translated and Edited With Notes by Jan Kuniholm[2] Abstract: The author discusses the concept of indecision and its implications for […]
Group Life – A Living Entity
In this fascinating article, Assagioli speaks about the creation and functioning of groups as living entities. By Roberto Assagioli[i], date unknown, From the Assagioli Archive. Formatted and Edited With Notes by Jan Kuniholm[ii] Abstract: Group integration, consciousness and life represent an advance on the individualistic attitudes of most people. It is imperative that we think […]
How To Practice Suggestion
Self-suggestion is a powerful method to change the subconscious into positive patterns, through the power of the mind and repetition. Assagioli also delves into the historical background of suggestion. By Roberto Assagioli, March 4, 1934 [i], Lecture VIII of a Course of Lectures on “The Energies Latent in Us.” From the Assagioli Archive in Florence, […]
How To Work With Subpersonalities
Assagioli offers good advice about how we work with subpersonalities as part of our counseling practice. By Roberto Assagioli, 1973. The following text is an extract from The Opening Address To The International Conference On Psychosynthesis, Val Morin, Quebec, August 1973, delivered by Fred Rosenzveig. In this opening address, Assagioli shares ways to work with subpersonalities and suggest […]
In The Theater Of The World
To act a part or role in life, in fact several ones, constitutes a psychosynthetic technique of fundamental importance. It can indeed be considered as the pivotal technique of the art of living. By Roberto Assagioli, Undated, Original Title: Nel Teatro del Mondo[1], From the Assagioli Archive in Florence, Translated and Edited With Notes by Jan Kuniholm. (see […]
Indirect Suggestion
The subconscious is recording everything that goes on and these impressions act in us, so we must be vigilant in choosing our sources of influences. By Roberto Assagioli, date unknown, From the Assagioli Archive in Florence. Doc. #21887. Edited With Notes by Jan Kuniholm[1] Abstract: The plastic unconscious is like photographic film, but the images […]
Interindividual Psychosynthesis And International Cooperation
Assagioli offers sound advice for the harmonization and integration of groups to overcome divisions and conflicts. By Roberto Assagioli, Lecture 1 – January 17, 1965[i], Lecture Course on Psychosynthesis. Translated and Edited With Notes by Jan Kuniholm[ii]. From the Assagioli Archive in Florence. Abstract: In this lecture, Dr. Roberto Assagioli discusses the topic of Interindividual […]
