The subconscious mind refers to mental processes occurring below the level of conscious awareness yet still influencing thoughts, emotions, and behavior.
Unlike the unconscious, which Freud described as containing repressed memories and instincts, the subconscious encompasses automatic functions, learned behaviors, and stored information accessible with effort.
While not as deeply hidden as the unconscious, the subconscious remains influential, shaping perceptions and responses based on past experiences and conditioning.