The Root Beneath the Root
Have you ever caught yourself reacting in a way that surprised even you? Or found yourself doing the same thing over and over, even when you know it is not serving you? Psychoanalytic theory gives you the framework to understand why. Founded by Sigmund Freud and expanded by generations of brilliant thinkers, this theory teaches us that beneath every thought, emotion, and behavior lies an unconscious world of memories, wounds, desires, and defenses that we carry without even knowing it.
In this masterclass, you will explore the concept of the unconscious mind and discover how early experiences shape the way we see ourselves, relate to others, and move through the world. You will learn about defense mechanisms — the psychological strategies we use to protect ourselves from pain — and how those very strategies can keep us stuck, disconnected, and far from the freedom God intends for us. You will also begin to understand how trauma, unresolved grief, and unspoken family stories live in the body and mind long after the original events have passed.
As a guide and coach, this knowledge is transformative. When someone comes to you carrying patterns they cannot explain, you will have the wisdom to help them look beneath the surface — gently, compassionately, and with great skill. You will not be merely reacting to what people say. You will begin to hear what is underneath the words.
“Bringing the unconscious to awareness gives us the authority to choose how we think, feel, and act — rather than allowing unconscious triggers to master our lives.”