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
Had I left those images hidden in the emotions, I might have been torn to pieces by them.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Unaddressed emotions can lead to internal conflict and suffering.
This quote by Carl Jung highlights the importance of confronting and processing our emotions rather than leaving them unacknowledged. By not addressing these feelings, one risks being overwhelmed by them, potentially leading to emotional turmoil and distress. Jung emphasizes the necessity of facing one's inner images and feelings to maintain mental health and equilibrium.
Themes
EmotionsSelf-AwarenessPsychologyMental HealthInner Conflict
In practice
Example use cases
In a therapy session, a psychologist might use this quote to illustrate the importance of confronting painful memories.
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