“The individual who perceives oppressive emotional states in himself and is able to verbalize them in a style congruent with the semantic impact of archetypal-imagery shifts the balance of integrative power within himself from the unconscious to the ego.”
— Carl Jung
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Simplified Meaning:
When someone feels strong, difficult emotions and is able to put those feelings into words in a way that matches deep, symbolic ideas, they start to take control of their inner self. For example, imagine you are very anxious about an important job interview. Instead of just feeling nervous, you talk about it and realize that your fear is like a dragon you need to defeat. By describing your nerves as this dragon, you make the fear seem more manageable. Understanding and talking about your feelings helps you become more self-aware and less controlled by hidden fears. This way, your conscious mind (ego) gets stronger and better at handling difficult situations. Practicing this can help you feel more in charge of your life.
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Archetypes Ego Emotional expression Emotional intelligence Integration Personal growth Psychology Self-awareness Self-perception Unconscious mind
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