Beauty Quote by Carl Jung
““But it seems to me to be an imperfection in things of beauty, and a weakness in man, if an explanation from the shallow-side has a destructive effect. The horror which we feel for Freudian interpretations is entirely due to our own barbaric or childish naivete, which believes that there can be heights without corresponding depths, and which blinds us to the really "final" truth that, when carried to extremes, opposites meet.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Psychology of the Unconscious, 1935
The quote argues that fear of deep psychological analysis stems from our own childish naiveté, and that extremes reveal the unity of opposites.
In simple terms: Our fear of deep analysis is childish; extremes show opposites meet.
Key Takeaway
Recognize that confronting deep truths can resolve apparent contradictions.
Themes
psychology
philosophy
duality
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
introspective
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- intellectual debates
- personal growth
Key Concepts
shadow work
integrative thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal “shallow-side” beliefs limit your understanding?
- How can embracing both depth and height improve self-awareness?
A Different Perspective
The view may oversimplify complex psychological phenomena and ignore cultural differences.
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