Richard writes…

Dear Michelle,
Thank you for answering my question about analysis. To me, Freud's idea of the unconscious is like a spoiled brat who causes trouble, whereas for Jung it's the source of wisdom. The forest in COAD is like that, the source of life — but you can't control it. No need to reply, I just couldn't help wanting to share this. I've always loved the forest in these stories and this realisation helped me see why.
With best wishes,
Richard

Michelle Replies…

I know you said I didn’t need to reply, Richard, but I wanted to, because I love what you say about the Forest in COAD! I also agree in general with your distinction between the way Freud and Jung saw the unconscious.  And to me, Freud’s insistence on delving into an individual’s past has always seemed to place a bit too much emphasis on it, whereas what I’m drawn to in Jung’s writing is his view that we are all continually developing, right through our lives: something with which Fin-Kedinn would probably agree. Thanks for your messages, and for your insight into the Forest.  With best wishes, Michelle