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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The most intense conflicts, if overcome, leave behind a sense of security and calm that is not easily disturbed. It is just these intense conflicts and their conflagration which are needed to produce valuable and lasting results.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Overcoming intense conflicts leads to a profound sense of security and lasting achievement.
Carl Jung highlights the transformative power of conflicts in our lives. He suggests that while challenges may be intense and distressing, navigating through them ultimately yields a deeper sense of security and calm. This process is essential for achieving meaningful and enduring outcomes, reinforcing the idea that struggle can lead to growth and resilience.
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ConflictGrowthResilienceSecurityCalm
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about overcoming challenges in life.
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