Man has been designed to be religious – to seek to move from cubicle to space ship, and touch the face of god. This yearning is given a physical and architectural form by the Mystic Archetype, which lies in the hearts and souls of everyone. The Mystic is caught up in a search for a…
From the cave paintings used in the ancient prehistoric period to the modern business libraries, there has always been a Babelian need for information. This yearning to pierce the veil of the unknown, to unravel the mysteries of the universe and ourselves, finds powerful expression in the Sage archetype. Known across cultures and eras, the…
The Queen archetype embodies power, grace, and unwavering leadership.This appears as a force within the feminine character that creates confidence and aim or goal. Yet, like with any stereotype, the Queen is not entirely good and always has a dark side lurking somewhere in the background. It is also important to gain insight into both…
Imagine our minds as giant tapestries. They are filled with all sorts of ideas and patterns that we have come across throughout our lives. Some of these patterns are specific to our own experiences, but others are much more general. These general patterns, according to Carl Jung, a famous thinker, are called archetypes. They are…
The human desire for love is a universal constant, woven into the very fabric of our existence. It’s no surprise then, that literature, myth, and storytelling are filled with characters who embody the Lover archetype. This powerful archetype transcends fleeting romance, encompassing a deep yearning for connection, passion, and a life filled with beauty. Who…
The Maiden archetype, also recognized as the Innocent, is a potent letter that goes deep into the canvass of mythology, literature, and the individual conscience. In many pre-modern works depicting the Maiden, she represents youth, and the birth of new life in humans and hence, the purity of an individual who has not yet been…