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
I have treated many hundreds of patients. Among those in the second half of life - that is to say, over 35 - there has not been one whose problem in the last resort was not that of finding a religious outlook on life.
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What this quote means
Carl Jung emphasizes the importance of a religious or spiritual perspective for individuals over 35 in addressing their life challenges.
In this quote, Carl Jung suggests that for those in the latter part of their lives, often after the age of 35, many of their personal struggles can be traced back to a search for meaning and a religious or spiritual outlook on life. He posits that a deeper understanding of one's beliefs can provide a framework for resolving life's difficulties, highlighting the connection between psychological well-being and spiritual health.
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ReligionSpiritualityLifeMeaningPsychology
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In a motivational speech about finding purpose in midlife.
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