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 psychic depths are nature, and nature is creative life.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the connection between the unconscious mind and the natural world, suggesting that both are sources of creativity.
Carl Jung's quote reflects his belief that the realms of the psyche and nature are deeply intertwined, with both serving as essential wells of imagination and creativity. By calling psychic depths a part of nature, Jung suggests that our inner experiences are not separate from the world around us but rather are a reflection of it, indicating that understanding the depths of our psyche can lead to a greater appreciation of the life and creativity inherent in nature.
Themes
NatureCreativityPsychicDepthsLife
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about the relationship between art and nature, you might say: 'As Carl Jung said, 'The psychic depths are nature, and nature is creative life.'
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