Slender
Threads:
A conversation between Robert Johnson and J. Pittman McGehee
Documentary film with discussion
Facilitated by Anna Conaty
CONTINUED
Thursday 1 May, 2008, and
Thursday 5 June 7:30 – 9:30 pm
St. Mary’s House, Cn Merivale and Peel Sts, South Brisbane
Members
and concession: $5; non-members $10
“It is an audacious notion to put forth in this age of science and wilful determination that one’s
existence is somehow inspired, guided, and even managed by unseen forces outside our control. Whether called fate, destiny,
or the hand of God, slender threads are at work bringing coherence and continuity to our lives. Over time they weave a remarkable
tapestry.”
Robert
A. Johnson
Prologue to “Balancing Heaven and Earth”
obert
A. Johnson, noted lecturer, author, and Jungian analyst has introduced millions of people to the thoughts of C.G. Jung through
his books “He”, “She”, “We”, “Inner work”, “Owning your own Shadow”,
etc. In this engaging and revelatory set of interviews with Houston analyst J. Pittman McGehee, Robert Johnson explores
the range of his work and life experience and traces the “slender threads” that have led him along his path.
We shall view and discuss selected portions of the interview over two monthly meetings – May and June.
Anna Conaty is a Clinical Social Worker and a Registered, Board Certified Art Therapist. She is currently working with
Queensland Health CYMHS at Evolve Therapeutic Services, and teaching a class at University of Queensland. Before moving to Brisbane with her partner, Anna was active in the Outreach Program of the
C.G. Jung Education Center in Houston, Texas. She has worked closely with Pittman McGehee doing research in Jungian studies and
comparative symbolism, and supporting the Institute for the Advancement of Psychology and Spirituality through recording/reproducing
his lectures.