anima

• In der Jungianischen Psychologie bezeichnet das Substantiv den inneren unbewussten Aspekt der Persönlichkeit, oft das weibliche Prinzip im Mann, im Gegensatz zur äußeren Persona.

In Jungian psychology, a noun referring to the inner self or the unconscious aspect of the personality, as opposed to the external persona.

1. Inner self (Jungian psychology)C1formal

   The inner, unconscious part of the personality that is in contrast to the external persona; often considered the true self.

   Anima (inneres Selbst)

   • In Jungian analysis, connecting with the anima is essential for personal growth.
   • The artist's work was a deep exploration of his anima.
   • She felt her anima guiding her through the dream.

   Synonymepsycheselfsoul