Descent to the Underworld: Mythic Journeys to the Unconscious with Alyssa Polizzi

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm UTC-08:00

The Alembic | Berkeley

The Alembic
Publisher/HostThe Alembic
Descent to the Underworld: Mythic Journeys to the Unconscious with Alyssa Polizzi
Advertisement
In this workshop, we will explore the psychospiritual depths of the underworld. By following the mythological descents of Persephone, Orpheus, and Psyche, we will uncover the psychological themes and archetypal insights embedded in their stories. By viewing the underworld as a symbol of the unconscious, we examine how their experiences reveal pathways to our own psychic depths and the key resources needed for the journey. To finish, we reflect on the lessons these myths offer for navigating personal descents and explore practical ways to apply these insights to our inner work.
Topics include:
- A Jungian approach to mythology
- Archetypal themes of descent myths
- The symbolism of the underworld
- Psychological principles, key symbols and insights in the descents of Persephone, Orpheus, and Psyche
- An exercise to apply the descent themes to our inner work
Alyssa Polizzi is a scholar, educator, and writer specializing in Jungian psychology and archetypal studies. She is the founder of The Artemisian, a best-selling educational platform and community, and the co-host of The Golden Shadow podcast. Drawing from over a decade of scholarship in dreams, mythology, tarot, and alchemy, she guides students in cultivating a meaningful relationship with the unconscious and deepening their inner work through archetypal awareness.
Advertisement

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Alembic, 2820 7th St,Berkeley, California, United States

Tickets
Icon
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

Ask AI if this event suits you:

More Events in Berkeley

Left To Suffer with The Last Ten Seconds of Life, Larcenia Roe, and Fr3ak
Sun, 15 Feb at 03:00 am Left To Suffer with The Last Ten Seconds of Life, Larcenia Roe, and Fr3ak

Cornerstone - Berkeley

Berkeley February Babywearing Meetup
Sun, 15 Feb at 10:00 am Berkeley February Babywearing Meetup

2446 McKinley Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703-1928, United States

Adult & Teen Learn-to-Ride Workshop
Sun, 15 Feb at 10:00 am Adult & Teen Learn-to-Ride Workshop

North Berkeley BART Station

MOVESHOP: Moving with the Heart with Rachael Sharkland
Sun, 15 Feb at 11:00 am MOVESHOP: Moving with the Heart with Rachael Sharkland

The Alembic

Barbar Band: Modern Soundscapes in Armenian Music
Sun, 15 Feb at 02:00 pm Barbar Band: Modern Soundscapes in Armenian Music

1984 Bonita Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA

How to Use Your Creativity to Build Resilience
Sun, 15 Feb at 02:00 pm How to Use Your Creativity to Build Resilience

Gilman Brewing Company

Monthly Song & Meditation \u2022 3rd Sundays
Sun, 15 Feb at 06:30 pm Monthly Song & Meditation • 3rd Sundays

2727 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703-1846, United States

Love Songs for the Soul
Sun, 15 Feb at 07:00 pm Love Songs for the Soul

1984 Bonita Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA

Cedric Burnside in Berkeley
Sun, 15 Feb at 07:00 pm Cedric Burnside in Berkeley

The Freight

Berkeley is Happening!

Never miss your favorite happenings again!

Explore Berkeley Events