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Jung believed that nothing in our unconscious is random; everything has meaning. If someone keeps resurfacing in your thoughts, it’s often because they symbolize something essential within your psyche. It is not merely about the individual; it may represent aspects of yourself that are unresolved—whether they be wounds, desires, or unacknowledged parts of your psyche.
As we grapple with these persistent thoughts, a critical question arises: What part of ourselves is being mirrored in these individuals? The people we obsess over can often serve as reflections of our own insecurities, unmet needs, or characteristics we've suppressed.
Projection: A Psychological Lens