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
The growth of the mind is the widening of the range of consciousness, and each step forward has been a most painful and laborious achievement.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Growth in understanding comes with effort and challenges.
This quote by Carl Jung emphasizes that expanding our awareness and knowledge is a difficult process. It suggests that personal development and enlightenment are not easily attained; each step forward in understanding often involves struggle and hard work, highlighting the importance of perseverance in the journey of self-discovery and intellectual growth.
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GrowthMindConsciousnessPainAchievement
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about overcoming challenges and striving for self-improvement.
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