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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We deem those happy who from the experience of life have learnt to bear its ills without being overcome by them.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Happiness is found in the ability to endure life's difficulties without losing oneself.
This quote by Carl Jung suggests that true happiness comes from one's ability to navigate the hardships and challenges of life without allowing those experiences to defeat them. It emphasizes the importance of resilience and the wisdom gained through life’s adversities as key components of a fulfilled and happy life.
Themes
HappinessResilienceLifeChallengesWisdom
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech about overcoming adversity.
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