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Anima/animus

Jan 15, 2007 23:03

Something I'd like to accomplish sometime is to learn more about the anima/animus theory in which Jung believed the animus is the inner masculinity presented in a woman's unconscious and the anima is the feminine part of a man's unconscious. We are attracted to our animas/animuses and project our animas/animuses upon those we "love"/lust. Thus, why ( Read more... )

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claziquai January 16 2007, 18:21:41 UTC

dude, this anima/animus thing sounds super interesting. maybe i'll end up doing a little research just 'cause it sounds so intriguing, haha. psychology's so fascinating.

heart_over_head January 16 2007, 21:51:41 UTC

Haha, I kinda thought of you when I was reading up on this anima/animus thing.

burgundyrose11 January 17 2007, 19:50:19 UTC

Yes, I am really very interested in this concept. I am currently reading "The Portable Jung" and I want to get a book that deals with the anima/ahimus concept in more depth. His wife wrote one such book and I intend to get it and read it this year.

heart_over_head January 17 2007, 23:54:12 UTC

How did you find my journal? Just curious.

I shall add you back, new friend. =)

burgundyrose11 January 18 2007, 00:24:34 UTC

Clicking on INFJ in my own profile and finding "The Idealist" group and looking at profiles of people there. Your username appealed to me so I checked it out and first post was a bout Jung and the anima/animus, a deep interest of mine. Just looking for people with common interests.