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“We always tend to keep within ourselves threshold reactions such as a little doubt, or a little impulse not to do something. If the impulses are not very strong we are inclined to put them aside in a one-sided way and by this we have hurt an animal or a spirit within us.” quote by Marie-Louise von Franz
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““We always tend to keep within ourselves threshold reactions such as a little doubt, or a little impulse not to do something. If the impulses are not very strong we are inclined to put them aside in a one-sided way and by this we have hurt an animal or a spirit within us.””

Marie-Louise von Franz

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

We often suppress minor doubts or urges, treating them as insignificant, which can damage inner aspects of ourselves.

In simple terms: Ignoring small feelings can harm our inner self.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge and explore minor impulses.

Themes

self-awareness psychology inner conflict

Mood

reflective introspective

Type

philosophical psychological

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • therapy
  • creative projects
  • decision making

Key Concepts

Jungian analysis shadow work

Questions to Reflect On

  • What minor impulse have you dismissed?
  • How might acknowledging it change your inner balance?
A Different Perspective

Suppressing small feelings may lead to larger unresolved issues.

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