Metaphysical assertions, however, are statements of the psyche, and are therefore psychological. ... Whenever the Westerner hears the word "psychological,” it always sounds to him like "only psychological.”. (Carl Jung)

Metaphysical assertions, however, are statements of the psyche, and are therefore psychological. ... Whenever the Westerner hears the word "psychological,” it always sounds to him like "only psychological.”.

Carl Jung

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