Archetypes help provide deep structure for human motivation and meaning. We see them in various forms of expression such as art and literature. These imprints are hardwired into our psyches and were disconnected from religion into philosophical terms as \u201celemental forms\u201d by Plato. In the twentieth century the psychiatrist C.G. Jung called them \u201carchetypes\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
These are a few archetypes that I have heard of and have found to be interesting and great for inspiration:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Child \u2013 unformed and unlearned, innocent and eager<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Mother \u2013 nurturing, emotions, and creative impulse<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Father \u2013 authority, reason, and logic<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Death \u2013 growth brings pain, but un-necessary beliefs are weeded out<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Magician \u2013 one who searches out the laws of science and\/or metaphysics to understand how to transform situations, influence people, and make visions into realities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Sage \u2013 seeks the truths that will set us free, helps us become wise<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Destroyer \u2013 repressed rage<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Lover \u2013 helps one experience pleasure, achieve intimacy, make commitments and follow bliss<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Ruler- inspires us to take responsibility for our own lives<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Explorer\/Seeker\/Wanderer \u2013 one who braves loneliness and isolation to seek new paths. Can help us discover our uniqueness, perspectives and callings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Archetypes help provide deep structure for human motivation and meaning. We see them in various forms of expression such as art and literature. These imprints are hardwired into our psyches and were disconnected from religion into philosophical terms as \u201celemental forms\u201d by Plato. In the twentieth century the psychiatrist C.G. Jung called them \u201carchetypes\u201d. These… <\/p>\n