L'instinct De Mort -

In 1920, Sigmund Freud observed that people often repeat painful experiences, such as veterans reliving trauma. This contradicted his earlier theory that humans only seek pleasure.

: Life is a detour; death is the "home" the organism seeks to return to. L'Instinct de mort

: Seen in Gothic art, "memento mori," and the fascination with tragedy. In 1920, Sigmund Freud observed that people often

: The "urge" to ruin a good situation because peace feels unfamiliar. : Seen in Gothic art, "memento mori," and

: Activities like extreme sports or self-endangerment where one "flirts" with the void to feel alive. ⚖️ The Balance

Without Thanatos, we might never let go of things that no longer serve us. It provides the necessary for change. However, when it outweighs Eros, the result is melancholy and stagnation. If you'd like, I can:

: The idea that one must destroy the old self (or old ideas) to create something new.