Archetypal Theory

Why Are We Talking About This?

Soul

• Archetypes are sort of like the software of our psyche.

• As we begin to learn more about the options available for our businesses and career path, we must have a deep understanding of ourselves and others.

• If we cannot accept this work, we will face unnecessary struggle and disharmony.

• Understanding these theories will improve our experience as well as our outcome with our efforts to support lives and businesses rich in dollars and meaning.

The Explorer

Soul archetypes are driven to fulfill agendas that feed the soul or spirit. The soul is considered the spiritual part of a person that gives life to the physical. Some people and religions believe that the soul lives forever.

Soul archetypes tend to be considered emotional, passionate and adventurous and will stop at nothing to ensure that mind and body are serving the needs of the soul and vice verse.

It is not uncommon for a Soul archetype to be dismissed as too up and down for serious work or dependability, but in most cases their passion and commitment to what feels right and good drives them towards any goal or endeavor.

The Revolutionary

"Your vision will become clear only when you can look into your own heart. Who looks outside dreams, who looks inside awakens." - Carl Jung

The Romantic

The Creator

Ego

Carl Jung +

12 Common Archetypes

The Warrior

This family of archetypes are driven by the fulfillment of ego needs and desires. Ego defined is "the opinion one has of oneself."

This does not imply the person who is Ego driven is superficial, shallow or inherently selfish. This actually means the opposite, they are more sensitive to their self-concept being good than others and they will stop at nothing to ensure they are good people inside and out. If they feel bad about themselves, for any reason, it can be paralyzing.

The Nurturer

The Innocent

The Regular Gal/Guy

Self

The psychologist Carl Jung used the concept of archetype in his theory of the human psyche. He believed that universal mythic characters- or archetypes- reside within the collective unconscious of people all over the world. Archetypes represent fundamental human motifs as we have evolved; consequentially they evoke deep emotions. Becoming aware of these motifs can be life changing.

The Sage

The Jester

Self archetypes are driven by a deep need to fulfill an image of their totality or wholeness.

Unique to the Self archetypes is a tender balance between serving it's own specific needs and the requirements of the big picture.

It can be a lot of pressure, but should these archetypes mature and grow in a healthy way they will be able to accomplish many great things with their special talent set.

What Are Archetypes?

The Ruler

The Alchemist

Jung defined twelve primary archetypes that symbolize basic human motivations. Each type has it's own set of values, meanings and personality traits. Also, the twelve types belong to either the Ego, Soul or Self family. The types in each family share a common driving source.

Most people have several archetypes present in their personality, however one will typically dominate the others.

Archetypes + Your Genius Zone

We all possess natural strengths and weaknesses. In Archetypal Theory Carl Jung refers to them as strengths and shadows and in popular personal development theories we learn about Wellsprings and Quicksand. All of these terms include themes of positive versus negative or lightness and darkness.

For our purposes, we will be exploring a way to help you identify your own natural talents to focus on developing further as well as learning about the acts or environments that might cause you to suffer, fail or feel awful. First, a quick look at the ideas of quicksand or a wellspring.

Archetypal Theory

Quicksand

Wellspring

In real life, quicksand is something that can physically trap and suffocate you. Close your eyes for a moment and imagine what it might feel like to fall into some quicksand.

Not good, right?

The dictionary defines a wellspring as "a source or supply of anything, especially when considered inexhaustible."

When we discover our true talents and passion we can tap into limitless possibility and energy.

It's true.