anima

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In Jungian psychology, the anima is the unconscious feminine side of a man. It is considered an animistic part within the Self, and Jung viewed parts of the self as part of the infinite set of archetypes within the collective unconscious. For men, accepting eros, or desire for connection, involves accepting the anima.

When

First attested
1921 CE
Attested period
1921 – 2020
Historical notes
Concept introduced in Carl Jung's book 'Psychological Types'.

Relationships

co occurs with
Sophia
sibling of
animus

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Sources

wikipedia (1)

Source passages

“The anima is completely tied up with woman as provider of nourishment, security and love.”

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