Broken Quote by Carl Jung
“Life calls us forth to independence, and anyone who does not heed this call because of childish laziness or timidity is threatened with neurosis. And once this has broken out, it becomes an increasingly valid reason for running away from life...”
About This Quote
Independence requires confronting fear and laziness; avoiding it leads to deeper anxiety and escape.
In simple terms: Avoiding responsibility breeds anxiety.
Key Takeaway
Face challenges, embrace responsibility.
Themes
independence
responsibility
anxiety
Mood
thoughtful
motivational
Type
advice
psychological
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- personal growth
- overcoming fear
Key Concepts
existentialism
self‑actualization
Questions to Reflect On
- What fears hold you back from independence?
- How can you turn laziness into purposeful action?
A Different Perspective
Independence can be overwhelming without support.
![“The self is defined psychologically as the psychic totality of the individual. Anything that a [person] postulates as being a greater totality than [oneself] can become a symbol of the self. For this reason the symbol of the self is not always as total as the definition would require.” quote by Carl Jung](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/251/carl-jung-274_defined_the-self-is-defined-psychologically-as-t_7148.jpg)
