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Carl Jung and the Archetypes – Making the Unconscious Conscious

Academy of Ideas

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Illuminate the Shadow for True Wholeness

Consciousness is shaped by our awareness, what we suppress in the unconscious, and our connection to collective archetypes. To transform personality, it is essential to alter our relationship with the unconscious by integrating suppressed elements into awareness. This process broadens consciousness, aiding towards psychological health as defined by Jung's notion of wholeness. The initial step involves examining the personal unconscious, particularly repressed negative traits known as the shadow side, which stems from previously conscious thoughts. Honest self-reflection is crucial in unveiling the shadow, as it reveals our flaws and the reality of our moral complexities.

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