The Harvest of Change: A Jungian Call to Renewal

Dream Description

(11/12/2022)

The dream began in a serene farmland nestled near a majestic mountain, where lush orchards thrived with a variety of fruits. As I explored the farm, I noticed familiar faces—my colleagues, including the company’s Technical Director and Operations Manager. They stood in front of a board, deeply engaged in developing a new lighting product shaped like a samovar.

Their conversation seemed intense, and when they noticed me, their reactions were mixed. At first, they appeared uneasy, as if discussing a confidential project, but then they gave me the option to stay. Sensing the tension, I decided to step away and found solace in a cozy, nostalgic room within the farm.

As I sat there, a melody filled the air, followed by the arrival of a group of visitors speaking a language that sounded like Japanese. They warmly invited me to join them, and I accepted, leaving the farm in their company. Just as we were departing, a voice echoed through a megaphone, announcing a remarkable achievement:

“This year, we have cultivated the highest amount of pistachios!”

At that moment, I suddenly woke up from the dream, feeling a strange mix of curiosity and wonder about its meaning.

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Dream Interpretation

I had this dream during a difficult period at a company I used to work for. It was a time of uncertainty, and my subconscious was already signaling the need for change. In a previous dream, I found myself on a bus where the driver—who was also the company’s owner—suddenly attempted to take his own life by suffocating himself with his hands. This unsettling imagery left a deep impression on me, and soon after, I decided to leave my job. My dreams were revealing a truth I had been hesitant to acknowledge and pointing me toward a new path.

The company’s owner was an intelligent man with a strong character, but he lacked one crucial quality: the ability to create an environment where every team member felt valued. As I delved into Jungian psychology and the process of individuation, I came to understand the importance of recognizing one’s true self. Dreams expose the parts of us that our ego denies. By analyzing and valuing our dreams, we can access the hidden aspects of our unconscious that long to be acknowledged. True self-realization is impossible without confronting these shadowy elements.

This insight led me to a profound question: if an individual can achieve wholeness by embracing their repressed aspects, what would happen if an organization did the same? Could a company undergo its own form of “Organizational Individuation” by acknowledging and integrating its neglected elements—just as archetypes linger in our unconscious minds, waiting to be recognized? This concept fascinated me and inspired further exploration.

During this period of inner reflection, I was actively seeking new opportunities, sending my CV to various companies. Then, just days after experiencing a particularly vivid dream, I received a call for an interview. It wasn’t until I arrived at the meeting that I realized the company was a Japanese multinational. At that moment, I wasn’t surprised. My unconscious had already shown me the way. In my dream, a group of Japanese people had come to take me with them, and now, reality was aligning with my subconscious foresight.

Looking back, the dream was rich with symbolism. The farm represented a structured environment where different “fruits” (products, innovations, or business values) were cultivated. The mountain symbolized a higher vision or strategic goal the company was striving toward. The samovar, traditionally linked to hospitality and communal gathering, held special significance. It was no coincidence that the Technical Director and Operations Manager were discussing a new product in the form of a samovar. This detail lingered in my mind for a long time.

These symbols were not just random images; they reflected the reality I would soon step into. The Japanese team I met treated me with warmth and respect, and my time at the new company proved to be an invaluable learning experience.

One of the most remarkable aspects of this journey was the background music in my dream. The melody stayed with me, and one day, I recognized it in a song: “All Things Must Pass” by George Harrison. The message was clear—I had to let go. I had dedicated myself fully to my previous company as if it were my own, and leaving was not an easy decision. There were people I cared about, relationships built over years of collaboration. But the time had come.

After my second interview, I was certain the job offer was coming. For the first time, I felt a profound sense of control over an event that usually feels beyond our control. And as expected, the call came. My contract signing was set.

The final scene of the dream still amazes me. Before leaving with the Japanese people, someone announced: “This year, we have cultivated the highest amount of pistachios!”. In symbolic terms, pistachios represent wealth, prosperity, and abundance. Historically, they were considered a luxury—reserved for royalty in ancient Persia. This connection to success and financial growth resonated deeply. During my last days at the company, I shared this dream with the owner’s daughter, predicting that 2023 would be their most profitable year yet. She looked at me as if I were crazy.

But in 2024, while working at my new company, I checked their financial results. They had, indeed, achieved their highest turnover in history. The dream had spoken the truth.

“Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate”

C.G. Jung

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