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 self is our life's goal, for it is the completest expression of that fateful combination we call individuality.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The pursuit of understanding and expressing one's true self is essential to life.
Carl Jung emphasizes the importance of individuality as a key component of our existence. He suggests that achieving a deep understanding of oneself is not only a personal goal but also a vital aspect of living a fulfilling life. The self represents the unique combination of traits and experiences that define who we are, and realizing this potential is crucial for personal growth and fulfillment.
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SelfIndividualityGoalLifeExpression
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In a motivational speech about personal growth and self-discovery.
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We are in a far better position to observe instincts in animals or in primitives than in ourselves. This is due to the fact that we have grown accustomed to scrutinizing our own actions and to seeking rational explanations for them.
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From the viewpoint of analytic psychology, the theatre, aside from any aesthetic value, may be considered as an institution for the treatment of the mass complex.
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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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