Not your thinking, but your being, is distinctiveness. Therefore not after difference,ye think it, must ye strive; but after YOUR OWN BEING. At bottom, therefore, there is only one striving, namely, the striving after your own being.
In C.G. Jung's "Seven Sermons to the Dead," the concept of individuality is emphasized as being rooted in one’s essence rather than mere thoughts or external differences. The assertion suggests that true distinctiveness arises from an authentic existence, implying that individuals should not seek to be different for the sake of appearance or comparison.
Jung argues that the ultimate goal of personal striving should be towards the realization of one's unique being. Rather than chasing after superficial differences, individuals should focus on uncovering and embracing their authentic selves, as this is the true path to fulfillment and individuality.