After death Quote by Carl Jung
“The reason for such an “unreasonable” attitude with me is that I am not at all sure what will happen to me after death. I have good reasons to assume that things are not finished with death. Life seems to be an interlude in a long story.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Memories, Dreams, Reflections, Carl Jung, 1962
He feels uncertain about afterlife, seeing life as a brief pause in a larger narrative, prompting an “unreasonable” stance toward mortality.
In simple terms: Life feels like a short intermission before a larger story.
Key Takeaway
Embrace uncertainty and seek meaning now.
Themes
mortality
existentialism
uncertainty
Mood
contemplative
melancholic
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- philosophical inquiry
- writing
- artistic expression
Key Concepts
psychology
spirituality
life narrative
Questions to Reflect On
- How does viewing life as an interlude affect daily choices?
- What gives you confidence about what follows death?
A Different Perspective
The view may overlook cultural or religious perspectives that provide comfort.
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