Early Life and Education
Jonathan Young is an American psychologist and scholar. He studied psychology and mythology, building a foundation for his later work on story patterns and the human psyche.
Career and Contributions
Young is known for his research on narrative psychology and the role of myths in personal growth. He founded the Center for Story and Symbol in California to study how stories shape identity and meaning.
Key Themes and Influence
His work focuses on how recurring story motifs help people understand themselves. He draws on traditions from Jungian psychology and cross-cultural mythology. Learn more about his approach on the Center for Story and Symbol website centerforstoryandsymbol.org.
