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.
Carl JungRead
What we do not make conscious emerges later as fate.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Our unconscious thoughts and actions can shape our future in unforeseen ways.
This quote by Carl Jung emphasizes the importance of being aware of our inner thoughts and feelings. The unconscious aspects of our psyche have a significant impact on our lives and decisions, often manifesting as fate or destiny if left unexamined. By bringing these unconscious elements to our conscious awareness, we can take control of our lives and influence our future outcomes.
Themes
ConsciousnessFatePsychologySelf-AwarenessDestiny
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about personal growth, you might use this quote to illustrate the importance of self-reflection.
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