Exploring Two ARCHETYPES JUNG Used In Psychoanalysis

By Stacey Burt


While Jungian philosophy was more popular in the 60s and 70s than it is today, the psychoanalyst's theories still have a place in the world. In fact, like with all the great thinkers, there are aspects of ARCHETYPES JUNG which should be adapted, and those which should be left behind. Taking a course on all things Carl Jung can often provide a great deal of insight not only into dreams, but the world at large when it comes to using different archetypes.

The term archetype, is derived from study related to modern philosophical and psychological theories. It can have one of several meanings. The most popular being associated with literary analysis, or research. A good example in which this type archetype can be useful is in that of solving crimes, or in film and television with relation to to the writers and directors of comedies, dramas, mysteries, suspense thrillers and many other genres.

The basic definition holds an archetype to be a statement, a pattern, or a prototype for a resolution to aid in modifying behavior. Other definitions include the promotion of collective consciousness, patterns of thought and visualization. While these are often positive traits, some have been for evil, take the case of Charles Manson, who created a "collective consciousness, " among his followers who were then brainwashed to do horrid, unconscionable acts of madness.

These elements can vary a great deal when it comes to the research and study projects of Jung and others like Edgar Cayce. Although Jung's archetypes of a an old wise man, and an innocent child can be used in many different applications. Applications whether as treatments, or in discussion can often add metaphorical aspects in which the old wise man, and innocent child could be anything from the world and a planet, to the dream world and reality.

Although collective consciousness also has a place within the definition of an archetype, the term is rarely used. Also, while a collective consciousness can exist among people of like mind, body and spirit, brainwashing can also be mistaken when multiple people are brainwashed at the same time by the same person, group or organization.

While the recent show Utopia, which was to have aired for a year showing the development of such a society, the show was canceled almost as quickly as it began. Most likely due to the fact that the directors and producers overlooked the issue and incorporated making money into part of the program. When in reality, a true Utopia, would not have the need for money if the group really had the ability to develop a self-sustaining and self-sufficient community.

While that may be the case, generally collective consciousness and intentional communities are positive. With many providing food to those whom are less fortunate, or creating businesses from self sustaining farms on which the group resides. A great example of one of these intentional sustainable communities is that of Earth Rose Farm in Costa Rica which offers a three week visit, with longer volunteer and homestead options.

While group housing were often known as communes with all individuals living in one home; Intentional communities have now taken over in which like minded people build, or buy homes within one single community. Most often having known one another for quite some time. For, only individuals who know one another well would agree to create an entire living situation in which all residents provide the food, drink and services necessary to survive while living well off the grid.




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