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The interpretation of dreams is the royal road to a knowledge of the unconscious activities of the mind
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"The interpretation of dreams is the royal road to a knowledge of the unconscious activities of the mind"

- Sigmund Freud

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Sigmund Freud thought that dreams were a window into the unconscious mind. He thought that by translating dreams, we could get insight into our deepest thoughts and sensations. Freud believed that dreams were a way of revealing our innermost desires and fears, which by comprehending them, we might acquire a better understanding of ourselves. He thought that the interpretation of dreams was the best method to acquire understanding of the unconscious mind. Freud thought that by understanding our dreams, we could gain insight into our own inspirations and behavior. He thought that by understanding our dreams, we might acquire a much better understanding of our own mental health and well-being. Freud's belief in the power of dream analysis has actually been influential in the field of psychology and has assisted many individuals get a better understanding of themselves.

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Sigmund Freud This quote is written / told by Sigmund Freud between May 6, 1856 and September 23, 1939. He was a famous Psychologist from Austria. The author also have 63 other quotes.

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