I know that not everybody can afford an online course, but I hope that the fifteen videos in the Shadow Work Playlist will support the next steps of your shadow integration journey. I created this free playlist to function like a crash-course on shadow psychology with the intention of being as accessible and actionable as possible. I didn't want to stash the basics behind a paywall or email signup - I would rather you keep learning right here on KZfaq. You can instantly access over five hours of beginner-to-advanced shadow work exercises and lectures with the free playlist linked in the description. Make sure to take your time with the guided exercises, and don't forget to buy the golden books. Jordan P. S. I want to say a heartfelt thank you to this comments section community. My channel is niche, and you've seen the Inner Work Library slowly expand over the last two years. I feel fortunate to receive such deep and genuine connections online, and KZfaq recently told me that there have been more than 4000 unique commentors across my entire channel. Thank you for showing up, I appreciate you. If you want more depth, we can meet inside the library: courses.jordanthornton.com/shadow-work-library/

You hit the nail on the head at 18:20. My pattern was ‘projects’; high IQ, low EQ men who struggle with confidently accessing their potential. I’ve had 3 serious partners who I’ve supported into law school, through self-study, career transitions, and significant financial advancement. Two years ago, I finally did a thorough ideal partner exericse, saw the reflection, how it was filling/draining me, the role I assumed, and where/how I was avoiding my own potential. I started pouring that “you can do this, I believe in you, we’re in this together” energy into my Self, and it’s been incredibly nourishing for my Soul.

I've always wondered why I've attracted so many folks with borderline personality disorder and substance abuse problems etcetera. Maybe subconsciously I feel more stable in contrast with them, even though I have my own turmoil as well. Or indeed I don't feel I 'deserve' people who are good for me, and for some reason I value the impulsivity/forwardness of these people. Because I'm so stifled myself, I've put those traits in my shadow.

My masculine side is strong as well as my feminine... I've both been the abusive partner and the addict female crazy and over sexualised.... My adoptive mother was abusive and controlling... I've just learned that I'm still waiting on someone to come and take control of my life for me.... I'm learning all the time... Self love is the ultimate journey for me... Thank you for this video

Here I am again, Jordan. I'm so grateful for your work! I admit I'm not a regular consumer of your content, but from time to time, I come back to watch your videos. And I believe one of the reasons I don't consume them frequently is that they bring me deep reflections that take time to absorb. Thank you for sparking questions in me that lead to new understandings, which then lead me to new questions. Your work is truly genuine. And you know it. My pattern in relationships is a constant attraction to prom*scuous women. I've gone through phases of trying to avoid this type of woman and phases of diving headfirst into relationships like that. Neither worked for me.

I’m so glad your videos came into my KZfaq scrolling. Thank you for the great information and explanations, time to binge watch the rest! Also I’m so taken back by your lovely masculine voice, it has a beautiful healing resonance even making my heart warm ❤️‍🔥 I could listen all night! especially for a cozy deep sleep 😄

You’re like that friend I’ve always wanted and needed but never had - that speaks my language and confronts me in a loving way as to empower me. Thank you.

The cogency of your delivery is admirable. Great guidance, too

Wish you didn’t have to censor either. Thank you for being so open.

teenage relationships? my god, thank god I didn't have any at that age.

I see the points you make and agree, but I also see some other side of these negative traits. I‘ve noticed on my list, that in the past I kept on falling for the same kind of man and that some of the negative traits I‘ve written down (not showing their vulnerability, avoiding problem solution, having a very negative self image and image of the world) are also the negative traits that I worked on very hard myself the past years. Just made me wonder if I tried to ‚solve‘ my problems, in someone with the same traits. Since I identified those problems as my own as well and worked on them, I‘ve noticed that I don’t feel drawn to these traits in other people anymore. Being vulnerable for example. Yes there have been people who took advantage of it since then, but I also learned how much deeper a relationship gets if both can show their vulnerable side. Today I couldn’t imagine being with someone who doesn’t show their vulnerability, while in the past it seemed ‚safer‘ to be with someone who also didn’t want that much intimacy.

Thank you, Jordan!

Major breakthrough. Thank you.

Absolutely love this. Thank you Jordan 💜 I'll be going to court soon, for things and it's extremely difficult emotionally for me and I hope this helps me to remain strong. So greatfull.

Genius

Thanks!

could you make a video on unhealthy femininity in a relationship, or what in your opinion is wrong to do in a relationship like "playing with fire" and what is excessive control of a man?

my downfall will be caused by how much i love to play games with my heart and the hearts of others

Please specify that if certain negative traits are present in the Psyche, it is true that they will likely remain for the rest of your life UNTIL you are able to transmute them into the healthier versions. The shadow may crop up from time to time, but it is nowhere near as damning as can be perceived in this video. Cheers, and good luck everyone!

13:02 Why we make bad choices.

Stupid question, but if you want to do shadow work or any kind of Jungian active imagination, is it something you have to do every day? Can you do it just once a week and still make progress? Is it a practice for a lifetime, or do you do it to solve a problem and then again as necessary? Also, I see that you have a lot of videos, which is great. But do you have a recommendation for beginniers, especially those who haven't had any major trauma (none of the big stuff) - which set of videos or which courses? There is so much offered, which again, is great (so thank you), but also a bit overwhelming. Thanks so much. And thanks for the work you do. Just found your channel and find it very educational.

Thank you Jordan 💜🌸🙏🏻

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The only thing i can connect is i myself ruined the relationship

Jordan, is it ok to do shadow work or inner child work for a person who has dissociative identity disorder?

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