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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I readily admit that I have such a great respect for what happens in the human soul that I would be afraid of disturbing and distorting the silent operation of nature by clumsy interference.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects the importance of respecting the natural processes of the human soul and the fear of inadvertently disrupting them.
Carl Jung emphasizes the profound respect he holds for the intricate workings of the human soul. He suggests that these internal processes are delicate and should not be interfered with, as clumsy attempts at influence could distort their natural operation, highlighting the value of patience and respect in the psychological exploration of human nature.
Themes
SoulRespectNatureInterferenceHumanity
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about mental health awareness to emphasize the importance of natural healing processes.
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