The author has given us an excellent and concise compendium to better find our way through the often distracting noise and sometimes pot-holed road of our lives. This accomplishment is no mean feat given the foibles and fallibility of our human species, but this book is deceptively simple in its manner. Yet, it covers (and helps us to re-cover) lost connections within ourselves, which do nothing less than enable new and positive ways of being in the world.

This book is a straightforward mapping guide for those seeking fuller and more energized engagement with life. Dr. Hollis accomplishes this through self-disclosed personal examples and keen observation gleaned over decades in his Jungian-oriented analytic consulting room. But this is not an overly technical manual, for it draws upon the ancients' poetry, literature, and wisdom - beautifully woven and laid out before us as an enticement to journey towards our discoveries and paths to a more meaningful, purposeful, and energized life.

Wonderful, accessible read. Uplifting and challenging. Have many readers to recommend this to due to the grace with which it simplifies complex concepts.

In today's world, it's easy to get lost in the pursuit of material success and external validation. But what happens when these goals no longer satisfy us, and we're left searching for a deeper sense of purpose? In "A Life of Meaning," esteemed Jungian analyst Dr. James Hollis invites us to embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery. Drawing on mythology, literature, and depth psychology, Hollis offers invaluable insights into the nature of meaning and how we can cultivate it in our lives. From excavating our earliest beliefs to reckoning with feelings of shame and regret, Hollis encourages us to confront the difficult questions and reflections that lead to a more luminous existence. With his signature wisdom and compassion, Hollis shows us how to anchor ourselves during times of uncertainty and summon the courage to pursue our own unique paths.

This book deals with the way meaning plays out in our lives, how we either move toward or away from it. Through getting in touch with our deepest leanings we can make decisions to bring more meaning into our lives. This was a good read for me but not exceptional. I read a lot of books like this, so I may be oversaturated. I would recommended this for readers who enjoy philosophical and psychological reads. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.