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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What did you do as a child that made that hours pass like minutes? [Herein lies the key to your earthy pursuits.]
Interpretation
What this quote means
Reflecting on childhood joys can guide you in pursuing your passions as an adult.
This quote by Carl Jung emphasizes the importance of reconnecting with activities that brought you joy as a child, suggesting that these interests can lead to fulfilling pursuits in adulthood. By remembering the experiences that made time seem to fly, you can uncover your true passions and more authentically engage with life.
Themes
ChildhoodPassionsJoyTimePursuits
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech about career choices, one might reference this quote to inspire individuals to rediscover their childhood passions.
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