CHAPTER SIX
Stress and Shadows
PERSONALITY IN TIMES OF ANGST
Everything that irritates us about others can lead us to an understanding of ourselves.
—CARL JUNG
POP QUIZ!AGAIN WITH THE GENERALIZATIONS
True or False?
A Snowflake is intrinsically benevolent, gentle, and kindhearted.
A Cactus is the epitome of calm, cool, and collected.
Answers:
Snowflakes feel deeply. That doesn’t necessarily translate into universally positive interactions.
Cacti are guided by practicalities. That doesn’t guarantee they’ve got it all under control.
Snowflakes ...
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