“The repressed is only cut off sharply from the ego by the resistances of repression; it can communicate with the ego through the id.”
— Sigmund Freud
Simplified Meaning:
When we try to ignore or hide certain thoughts and feelings deep inside ourselves, it's like locking them away in a room. This doesn't mean they just disappear; they're still there but separated from our everyday, conscious mind. These hidden thoughts and feelings can still influence us, often without us realizing it, because they find a way to connect through our basic instincts and desires. Imagine having a bad experience that you try to forget, like a fight with a friend. You try to push it out of your mind, but sometimes it still affects how you feel and act around other friends. This happens because the feelings from that fight are stored deep inside you, influencing your behavior in ways you might not fully understand. To apply this idea in real life, paying attention to your feelings and acknowledging them rather than suppressing them can be helpful. Talking about your experiences with someone you trust can also help you understand and manage these hidden influences better.
