Anima

Pronunciation: /ˈænɪmə/

Anima (noun)

  1. In some beliefs, the inner life or spirit that makes a person feel alive and responsible.
  2. In Jung’s theory, a mental picture of the feminine side inside a man.
  3. A belief that living things have a hidden life force that guides growth and movement.

Examples

  • She listened to her anima before making the choice.
  • He found his anima through quiet reflection.