Jingchao Zeng
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Email
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Location
Colchester Campus
Profile
- Jungian psychology
Biography
I am a PhD student in the Department of Psychosocial and Psychoanalytic Studies at the University of Essex, Colchester, UK. I hold a master's degree in Jungian studies from the University of Essex. Currently, I am the co-organizer of the synchronicity research group in the department. My PhD thesis title is "A Practice of Magic or Psychology: The Jungian Applications of Divinatory Techniques". I have published articles on psychology and divination in journals. Recent Publications: Zeng, J. (2024). Jungs Conceptualization of Synchronicity Theory And the Role of Astrology. International Journal of Jungian Studies, 16(2024), pp.175-196. Zeng, J. (2023). The I Ching as a Potential Jungian Application: History and Practice. The Journal of Analytical Psychology, 68(5), pp.913-932.
Qualifications
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MA Jungian and Post-Jungian Studies University of Essex (2022)
Research and professional activities
Thesis
A Practice of Magic or Psychology: Adaptations of Jungian Ideas to Divinatory Techniques
This thesis explores the interplay between Jungian psychology, divinatory practices, and the broader themes of disenchantment and re-enchantment. By situating Max Weber's concept of disenchantment worldview (the loss of magic in the world) within contemporary Western esotericism and Jungian psychology, the study examines the revitalization of meaning-making frameworks through synchronicity and divination. Early chapters delve into the metaphysical underpinnings of psychic reality as developed i
Supervisor: Roderick Main
Research interests
Jungian Psychology and Divinatory Techniques
Jungian and post-Jungian adaptations and applications in divinatory techniques.
Jung and Synchronicity
Different aspects of Jung's synchronicity theory, especially its context and relation to Jung's engagement in divinatory techniques.
Asian Culture and Jungian Psychology
Jungian engagement in Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism and Hinduism and other Asian thoughts.
Chinese Society and Psychoanalysis
Applying psychoanalytic theories for psychosocial research in China and critical reflections on the approach.
The Development of C. G. Jung's Thoughts
Different periods of C. G. Jung's writings and sources for his psychology.
Depth Psychological Interpretations of Ancient Narratives
Apply depth psychological ideas to understand ancient narratives in historical, social, and clinical contexts.
