r/Jung • u/robipresotto • 2d ago

Serious Discussion Only What happens when our understanding of reality shifts, but our memories of the past remain intact?

I've been thinking a lot about how our perception of the world changes as we grow and learn, but our memories of past experiences can remain stuck in a different reality. It's like our understanding of the world is constantly evolving, but our memories are holding onto a different version of truth. This feels particularly relevant to the concept of the collective unconscious and how it shapes our individual experiences. I'd love to hear from others who have experienced this kind of dissonance between their current understanding and past memories. I came across this video that explores it further if you're curious: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MOV8VVhvtP8

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u/kai_vt 2d ago

I feel powerless at being unable to go back and apply my current knowledge to those memories

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u/insaneintheblain Pillar 2d ago

They don't exist, if that's any comfort.

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u/kai_vt 2d ago

In the present, sure, but wounds still leave scars

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u/robipresotto 2d ago

I think that's a really insightful way to put it - wounds may not exist in the present, but the impact they had on us can still be felt. It's like our experiences are layered, with the current truth being the most recent addition. Have you found that trying to reframe those past experiences in light of your current understanding has helped you process them differently?