Carl Jung's Collective Unconscious

Carl Jung's Collective Unconscious refers to a universal layer of the human mind shared across all people, containing innate memories and symbols from our ancestors. Unlike personal experiences, these archetypal patterns influence our thoughts, dreams, and behaviors subconsciously. They manifest as universal symbols such as the mother, hero, or shadow, appearing across different cultures and myths. The collective unconscious shapes our understanding of the world and connects us to a shared human heritage, operating beneath conscious awareness without our direct knowledge or control.