Jung believes that modern society suffers from a dangerous disconnect between the conscious mind and the unconscious, resulting in neurotic illnesses, mass delusions, and a sheep-like obedience to corrupt authority. He argues that paying attention to dreams can help reconnect with our basic human nature and provide the intuitive wisdom needed to thrive in a sick society. Dreams, according to Jung, are impartial and show us the unvarnished truth, offering an attitude that aligns with our natural instincts when our consciousness strays too far from its foundations.
“We also live in our dreams, we do not live only by day. Sometimes we accomplish our greatest deeds in dreams.” Carl Jung, The Red Book Are dreams the product of random brain activity, or a side effect of the mind consolidating its memories? Are they, as Sigmund Freud suggested, the expression of repressed wishes […]
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