"God is the name in which I designate all things which cross my path violently and recklessly. All things which alter my plans and intentions and change the course of my life for better or for worse." --Carl Jung, The Red Book
Comment: Our UU minister, Daniel Kanter, used this quote in his sermon last Sunday. It really struck me. If you've ever had something really catastrophic or life-changing or even awe-inspiring happen in your life, this quote makes a lot of sense. These events, good or bad, change you. They deepen you. They wake you up and won't let you sink back into a daze. They make you think, "Am I prepared for this? Can I handle this?"
On another note, The Red Book is Carl Jung's never-before-published journal. It's supposed to be his journey into the unconscious. It spans 16 years. I know absolutely nothing about Jung, but this quote makes me want to know more.
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