
Shadow Work - Shadow Forge
Jungian Shadow Work Journal
About
This app offers a structured journaling experience based on Jungian psychology to explore hidden aspects of yourself. It guides you through stages of self-discovery, integration, and self-actualization with written prompts and body awareness exercises. All your entries are stored privately on your device.
What's New in Shadow Work
1.2.5
September 18, 2026
What's new: - Back up and restore your data anytime from Settings > Data - Small fixes and improvements Thank you for using Shadow Forge!
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Monthly
All 3 stages & 25 sessions. Renews monthly.
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FAQ
What is Shadow Work?
Shadow Work is a process of exploring the unconscious parts of yourself that you may have suppressed or denied. This app guides you through structured sessions based on Jungian psychology to help you understand and integrate these hidden aspects.
How does Shadow Work guide users?
The app divides the process into three stages: Shadow, Integration, and Self, with a total of 25 sessions. Each session includes grounding rituals, written prompts, and body check-ins to facilitate self-exploration and emotional awareness.
Is Shadow Work free to use?
The first stage, consisting of 7 sessions, is completely free. To access Stage 2 and Stage 3, a monthly or annual subscription is required.
What are the subscription costs for Shadow Work?
The app offers a monthly subscription for $7.99 and an annual subscription for $59.99. These subscriptions unlock the full content of the app beyond the initial free stage.
How is my data protected in Shadow Work?
Your journal entries are stored exclusively on your device. The app does not require an account, use cloud storage, or send your entries to any servers, ensuring complete privacy.
What devices is Shadow Work available on?
Shadow Work is available on iPhone and iPad devices. It is designed to be accessible on Apple's mobile and tablet platforms.
How often is Shadow Work updated?
The latest version of Shadow Work is 1.2.5, and it was last updated on September 18, 2026. Updates typically include improvements and new features to enhance the user experience.
Does Shadow Work have ads?
No, Shadow Work does not contain advertisements. As a freemium application, its monetization comes from optional subscriptions for premium content, not from displaying ads.





