MARI Assessment
Peek into your psyche!
MARI stands for Mandala Assessment Research Instrument.
It is a comprehensive system that uses symbols, known as mandalas, to reveal the inner truth and reality of the subject as it is – not what the ego filters of consciousness would want it to be. Carl Jung recognized the mandala as “the centre of personality, a kind of central point within the psyche, to which everything is related, by which everything is arranged and which is, itself, a source of energy. This is also an excellent description of the MARI.
What to expect during your session
Each session type above will vary, but the Complete MARI Assessment session described below includes the steps in each session.
Welcome
When you come into the office (or on Zoom), I'll introduce myself, and ask if you have any questions before we start the session.
Mandala drawing
The first step of the process is the mandala drawing. You'll be given a paper with a pre-drawn circle and oil pastels, and asked to surprise yourself. No previous art experience is needed. This will be interpreted at the end of the session.
Choosing symbols and colors
You will then intuitively choose symbols that speak to you and colors that you feel go along with the symbols.
Introduction to the Great Round
At this point, I explain the symbolism of the Great Round to help you understand what you'll be looking at during the next step.
Card placement on the Great Round
Placing the symbol and color cards on the Great Round is similar to putting a puzzle together. This puzzle happens to be made up of your mind – conscious and unconscious.
Interpretation
Each symbol belongs in a certain place on the board, and each symbol/color combination has its own meaning. I will go through the cards one by one, reading the meanings. When this is finished, we will go over your mandala drawing for a similar interpretation process.
Personalized report
A personalized report is generated based on your symbol/color combinations and our discussion. It will be emailed to you within 24 hours.