"无意识是人类自远古以来未曾书写的历史。"
— Carl Jung
Simplified Meaning:
Our unconscious mind holds information and memories that we are not aware of but influence our actions and feelings. It's like a huge, ancient library full of stories that have been collected over time, even before we were born. Just like we can learn a lot from history books about our ancestors and how they lived, our unconscious contains the history of human emotions, instincts, and behaviors passed down through generations. Imagine a child who is afraid of the dark without knowing why. This fear might be linked to ancient times when darkness posed real dangers, like wild animals. The child's fear isn't written anywhere or taught by someone directly; it's stored in their unconscious mind. Understanding this can help us realize that some of our fears and reactions are deeply rooted in our collective past. By becoming more aware of these hidden parts of ourselves, we can understand why we do certain things and make better choices.