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 think it is better for all people to live on, to look forward to the next stage (after death), as if he had to spend centuries, then he lives properly... looking forward to the great adventure ahead, then he lives!
Interpretation
What this quote means
Life is meaningful when we look forward to what comes after death, encouraging us to live fully in the present.
This quote by Carl Jung emphasizes the importance of having a perspective that extends beyond our current existence. By viewing life as a journey that continues after death, individuals can approach their daily experiences with a sense of purpose and adventure, which encourages them to live their lives to the fullest.
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In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of life lessons, one could use this quote to illustrate living with a purpose.
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