What is Psychosynthesis?

Hello, bonjour, my name is Claude Convers and I am a psychosynthesis coach and, when I introduce myself that way, almost everybody asks me: what is psychosynthesis?

My standard answer is: psychosynthesis is the integration of the psychological and the spiritual aspects of the personality. But, on a larger sense, it is a life affirming approach to psychology supporting the integration of the whole of who we are (the good, the bad and everything in between and beyond, including our spiritual nature) so that we can become more loving, fulfilled and actively participating human beings in all aspects of our life. A visual attempt of that concept is the psychosynthesis egg.

In many ways, to use psychosynthesis as guiding principle is to be on a life journey in which we continually explore, discover and evolve toward our true Self. That generous philosophy not only adds ease, joy, beauty and clarity to our life, it also deepens our relationship with our Higher Self so that it can become an ally and a guide in making our choices. I will write a blog post about the Higher Self, but for now know it is good to know that it is a part of who we are and that it can be called by different names. 

Since there is no dogma in psychosynthesis you don’t follow preconceived ideas. In fact, you actually add insight, goodness, discernment and freedom of choice to who you already are by learning about and experiencing your true nature, and by developing your will and the skills to do the things you need and want to do in this world.

Like in Jungian philosophy, psychosynthesis takes in consideration our personal functions (what allows us to function as human beings): thought, feeling, sensation and intuition. But Roberto Assagioli, the founder of psychosynthesis, placed emotion/feelings together and added imagination and impulse/desire to complete the picture. He also made it clear that our Transpersonal Self (or Higher Self) and our Will are what help us understand and use those personal functions to navigate our life in alignment with our own values.

So! In a nutshell, psychosynthesis helps us explore life, understand the whole of who we are and use all that was given to us as human and spiritual beings so that we can grow into our true, authentic and independent human and spiritual Self. Now, as you can imagine, this journey is not happening over night, but I can promise you that you are in for a treat that will last for the rest of your life. Looking forward to sharing more with you in my next post.

I wish you a delightful rest of the day.