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 more uncertain I have felt about myself, the more there has grown up in me a feeling of kinship with all things.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Self-doubt can lead to a deeper connection with the world around us.
In this quote, Carl Jung emphasizes that experiencing uncertainty about oneself can foster a greater sense of connection and empathy towards others and the larger universe. This kinship arises from the shared human experience of struggling with identity and existence, suggesting that our vulnerabilities can unite us with all living beings.
Themes
UncertaintyKinshipSelf-DiscoveryConnectionEmpathy
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational talk about personal development and connection.
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