The caregiver archetype is someone who finds fulfillment and joy in helping others. Is this you? Are these signs revealing your true destiny in life? The caregiver archetype, also known as the saint archetype or helper archetype, finds happiness in being compassionate toward others. It’s the most selfless archetype of…
I was watching a TV program the other day, and a character referred to her mother as a devouring mother. In the program, the mother wrapped her daughter in cotton wool. She was overprotective, invested in her daughter’s life to the point where she neglected her own, and smothered her…
The Hero Archetype is the most recognizable of all Archetypes. We can all name the character traits of a hero. They must be brave, and fearless, defeat some awful foe, save the world and be altogether marvellous. The Hero is most prevalent in books, films, myths, and legends. This is…
Are you the type of person who values science and spiritual knowledge? Do people think of you as creative, insightful, funny, or inventive? Are you intrigued by ancient knowledge and new discoveries? If so, you might identify as the Magician Archetype. Magicians are truth-seekers who use their wisdom to create…
When you watch a film or read a book, do you root for the hero or feel sympathy for the rebel? Can you empathize with the mother figure or admire the leader in the story? Perhaps the narrative focuses on an interesting sidekick or a foolish romantic. We all recognize…
There are 12 archetypes which have been appearing in stories and myths all over the world since the beginning of time. Carl Jung defined 12 archetypes that symbolize basic human motivations, as well as drive our desires and goals. These archetypes resonate with us so much that we continue to…
The four Jungian Archetypes can be a powerful tool for spiritual evolution and can help you reach your full potential in life. The psychiatrist and psychotherapist Carl Gustav Jung proposed that everyone’s personality contains elements of four major archetypes. These archetypes provide models for our behavior and influence the way we…