Furry Quote #11 - Introspection

This quote first appeared in Furry Weekly Issue #99

"Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes."

- Carl Jung

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This week's quote is fairly simple, but within this simple language is a lot to unpack, so let's get started.

"Who looks outside, dreams."  Absent-mindedly staring out a window is often a sure sign of daydreaming.  Dreaming is a good thing!  While the term "outside" here on the surface may appear to be referring to the literal outside world, it is in fact referring to the world around you and outside of yourself.  Everything around you is fuel for the fire in your dreams, evidence that you can do anything.  Take some time and look outside of yourself more often!

"Who looks inside, awakes."  This most definitely does not literally mean inside.  it refers to introspection, something we all need to take some time and do every now and then.  The more you look inside yourself, the better you get to know yourself, thus leading to a self-awakening.

When you get to know yourself better, you become better acquainted with your interests and what you need/are looking for in life.  Healthy introspection is very helpful in dealing with yourself and others, as well as any problems you face.  Learn how you deal with different situations, know when you need to back out.  Regardless, look into yourself and get to know yourself better!  You may be pleasantly surprised at what you find.

That's all for this week!  Take care, my fuzzy friends!

Much love,

Fluffle