Coincidence, Happenstance, Serendipity, Fate, or the Hand of God: Case Studies in Synchronicity

Many counselors are aware that synchronicity—unpredictable instances of meaningful coincidence—can play a significant role in career opportunities, yet the phenomenon of synchronicity in the career literature is underrepresented. The purpose of this article is to discuss the occurrence of synchronic...

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Published in:The Career development quarterly 2002-03, Vol.50 (3), p.195-208
Main Authors: Guindon, Mary H., Hanna, Fred J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Analysis
Career Counseling
Career Development
Counseling Techniques
Counseling Theories
Locus of Control
Psychological aspects
Vocational guidance
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Summary:Many counselors are aware that synchronicity—unpredictable instances of meaningful coincidence—can play a significant role in career opportunities, yet the phenomenon of synchronicity in the career literature is underrepresented. The purpose of this article is to discuss the occurrence of synchronicity in the career development process. A philosophical context is presented and provides a framework for understanding synchronicity. Through the presentation of 3 case studies, synchronistic themes are explored. Using various career counseling processes, each client developed an authentic identity and found meaningful work through an experience with synchronicity. Implications for counselors are discussed.
ISSN:0889-4019
2161-0045
DOI:10.1002/j.2161-0045.2002.tb00894.x