The desire to be ‘great’can only become unconscious at a…
““The desire to be ‘great’can only become unconscious at a time of vacuity67 and by giving it (Sigil) form. If you become conscious of the Sigil form at any time (other than in a specifically magical context), you should suppress it, by deliberately striving to forget it. By this means it becomes active and dominates the unconscious: its form is nourished and is allowed to become attached to the unconscious mind. It thus becomes an unconscious belief, and once this has been accomplished, it has a chance to be realized and become reality. You become your concept of ‘greatness’.68””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Greatness becomes an unconscious belief when its symbolic form is suppressed, later manifesting as reality.
In simple terms: Suppressing symbols fuels hidden ambition.
Key Takeaway
Beware of hidden drives that dictate actions.
Themes
psychology
symbolism
ambition
unconscious mind
Mood
introspective
cautionary
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- creative writing
- ritual practice
- personal development
- goal setting
Key Concepts
Jungian theory
magical thinking
self‑fulfilling prophecy
Questions to Reflect On
- What symbols drive your aspirations?
- How might you consciously shape your “greatness”?
A Different Perspective
Unconscious influence can be hard to recognize or control.