Grounded in the natural philosophy of the Middle Ages, alchemy formed a bridge: on the one hand into the past, to Gnosticism, and on the other into the future, to the modern psychology of the unconscious.
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Shrinking away from death is something unhealthy and abnormal which robs the second half of life of its purpose.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Avoiding the reality of death detracts from living a meaningful life.
Carl Jung suggests that fear of death can prevent individuals from fully engaging in life, thereby undermining its deeper significance. He argues that embracing the inevitability of death allows one to find purpose and meaning in the latter part of their existence, encouraging a more profound appreciation for life itself.
Themes
DeathLifePurposeMeaningEngagement
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about embracing life's challenges.
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