It has been a pleasure to work with Mark. He has introduced me to a process and guided me to look beyond my current self-awareness. I have begun a journey toward more authenticity, better relationships and more peace and personal power in my life. Through this process I have begun to be more aware of the aspects of myself that I try to hide or deny. Shadow work has helped me recognize patterns in my behavior, relationships, and reactions that are influenced by my subconscious. It is a bit uncomfortable to look at parts of yourself you haven’t wanted to see but Mark offers gentle support and unconditional regard to help me cultivate more self-compassion and acceptance.
Stacey L.
I met Dr. Grandstaff over 10 years ago through the Jung Society. I have attended several of his workshops /presentations through the years and have consistently found the information presented to be beyond excellent. Dr. Grandstaff is a brilliant thinker and I will forever be grateful for the positive impact he has made on my life. His deep Jungian perspectives are educational and enlightening. I highly recommend Dr. Grandstaff and can not say enough good things about him!
Gina A.
Working with Mark has been a pleasure. Mark is intuitive and insightful and has helped guide me to get to the heart of where I need to be. He approaches each session with empathy and care and is able to keep me focused on my goals.
Carol S.
Professor and also Lieutenant Colonel Mark Grandstaff, Ph.D., is one of the most intellectually adroit, spiritually sensitive, and emotionally refined men I have ever known. From serving as a consultant to a U.S. President in the Oval Office to being a true student of First Nation shamans, Dr. Grandstaff has informed my own vision as a Jungian scholar in my 20 books and 50 articles in the field. If ever I have known a person who deserves the title "Renaissance Thinker," Mark is that person. We all have much to learn from his voice and vision.
Clifford Mayes, Ph.D., Psy.D.: Professor (Emeritus) Brigham Young University
As a principal of a school with many migrant workers' children at our facility only for a term or even just for weeks before they and their families have to move on from job to job just to survive, it is easy for my teachers to get discouraged. Dr. Grandstaff's workshop helped them get in touch again with the nobility of their heroic labor and the mythic dimensions of their sense of calling. It worked wonders in restoring their sense of calling to serve the underserved and marginalized. I deeply admire Mark and his work. Thank you, Professor Grandstaff, for serving those who serve.
Linde Safsten, M. Ed. Principal, Provo, Utah. Provo Unified School District.
When we find ourselves in a midlife depression, and suddenly hate our spouse, our jobs, our lives – we can be sure that the unlived life is getting our attention. When we feel restless, bored, or empty, despite an outward life full of riches, the unlived life asks us to get involved. Not doing this work will leave us exhausted and discouraged, with a nagging sense of boredom or failure. As you may have already discovered, doing or acquiring more does not suppress your discomfort or dissatisfaction. Nor to "meditate on the light" or try to overcome the sufferings of earthly existence. Only awareness of the qualities of your shadow can help you find an appropriate place for your unredeemed darkness and thus create a more satisfying experience. Not to do this work is to remain stuck in loneliness, anxiety, and the dualistic boundaries of the ego, rather than awakening to your higher calling. Dr. Grandstaff will put you on the right path.
Stanley F.: Recovering Executive
I want to thank Dr. Grandstaff for his BRILLIANCE in the MBTI and Shadow Work in Jungian psychology. I am in my final year of Spiritual Direction, and Mark is in our class, teaching us how Jungian Typology and Shadow work can be complimentary. He is also a sensitive soul.
Reverend Rachel Wooten: New Zealand
We are very excited about how the workshop went. Dr. Mark Grandstaff is a great speaker and teacher. We have had lots of very pleased feedback from the workshop participants and were informed people are already working to integrate what they learned. Can’t wait to have the next workshop!
Vanessa Jankowski PhD: CEO The Center for Healing and Change, Burr Ridge Ill