On this planet, we play certain roles, archetypes, roles encoded in our DNA. Understanding archetypes means gaining a deep understanding of yourself, the people you attract, and the roles that fit these storylines. You don't just play one specific role; with your child you play one role, and with your loved one you play another. So, throughout the day, we alternate between different roles, which together are seen as your persona, the "I," the avatar you inhabit on this planet. If we understand them, you can reclaim your own power and choose to play them if you so desire, but if you don't understand them, they can make you a victim. Some people spend their entire lives stuck in the role of a single archetype, without even realising it. This happens when we coop with the pain instead of feeling  through it. Coping is finding a way to live with the pain instead of really finding the solution to solve it. It's very sad but our society is based on coping, so many people are just stuck in playing over and over again the same role, and never know who they really are underneath it.

All archetypes have their good and dark sides, and when you're unconscious, it feels like you're simply yourself, but in fact, your emotions are inspired by the universal energy that matches the role you've currently occupied. If you can look at yourself from a distance, you can gain a much clearer perspective. That's why it's important to learn as much as possible about the archetypes, because we are made up of an alchemy of them all. Knowledge of these archetypes stems from the teachings of Carl Jung, who derived them from the  Tarot and story of the Norse-, Greek- and Egyptian gods. The surviving stories are incomplete, but it doesn't matter that the storylines of ancient mythology don't match. What matters most is that the essence, the energy, of these characters can be understood.

Carl Jung called this way of seeing yourself living your archetype's "The self's perspective"' When we managed to see our personal experiences within the broader context of Individuation and soul growth. We begin to relativise between the personal and the transpersonal, between the human and the divine part of yourself, the limited and the limitless self. In the context of relationships, this manifest as the ability to maintain your individuality while connecting deeply with others, to love without possessing, to commit without losing yourself. Integration does not mean you'll never feel pain again, it means you've developed internal resources to deal with these experiences more consciously and constructively. You know you can survive los because you've survived before.

12 Archetypes

1 The Magician, The Mystic

Goals: 

The magicians seeks to understand the fundamental laws of the universe ands to transform reality according to their will. The magical desires transformation, Mastery and the ability to make the impossible possible. The Magical archetype is centred around knowledge, transformation and the ability to harness unseen forces. They seek to manipulate reality whether through science magic or wisdom to bring about profound change. Magicans are often driven by a desire for deeper understanding and power, but they must be wary of unintended consequences or the misuse of their abilities

Fears:

Unintended negative consequences or losing control of the powerful they work with 

Examples in religion: 

Hermes Trismegistus, a conflation of the Greek god Hermes , represents the wise magician, a figure who has mastered the mysteries of the universe through divine knowledge

Esotericism: 

The Egyptian god Thoth embodies the magical archetype as he is the Divine scribe keeper of knowledge and master oil magic, known for his wisdom. Thoth represent the pursuit of enlightenment. Transformation and the power of language

Fiction: 

Gandalf from the lord of the rings, epitomises the magical archetype, using his wisdom and magical abilities to guide and protect others.

And sub archetypes:

The Sorcerer uses dark or forbidden knowledge often at the cost of personal integrity

The Healer focuses on using magic or knowledge to restore and heal

The Sear has profound foresight and wisdom, often guiding others with their visions of the future

Zodiac sign:

Scorpio - Scorpio is about deep, soul-level transformation. Scorpio is passionate, intense, and perceptive. The Phoenix rising from the ashes.

2 The Creator, The Artist, Divine Child

Goals:

To create something of lasting value that reflects their vision and creativity

The Creator desires to express their ideas through innovation artistry and the manifestation of their imagination. The Creator archetype is driven by the need to express their vision through creation, whether that’s our art or new ideas. They believe in the power of creativity to transform the world. And they often pour themselves in their work. Creators face the challenge of balancing perfectionism and the fear of failure witch can prevent them from sharing their creations with the world.

Fears:

They fear mediocrity, failure or not being able to bring their ideas to life

Examples in Religion:

God is the Creator of the universe embodies the ultimate creator archetype. Bringing the world into existence through divine imagination.

Esotericism:

The Alchemist, transforming base matter into gold, symbolises the creator’s quest to turn ideas into reality. Often seen as spiritual transformation.

Fiction:

Tony Stark from Iron man represents the inventive side of the creator, using his genius to build technologies that shape the world around him.

And sub archetypes:

The Artist, focuses on aesthetic creation, driven by Beauty and emotional expression

The Inventor innovates and designs new solutions, often with a focus on practicality

The Builder constructs lasting legacies or structures whether physical or metaphorical

Zodiac sign:

Leo -Leo is creative, outgoing, warm, and playful but don’t be fooled Leo also has a shadow side. Leo can be a little vain, egotistical, and showy! 

3 The Ruler, The King/Queen or the Father/Mother

Goals: 

To bring order, stability and control to their environment. To lead with authority, creating a well-organised and structured world. The Ruler archetype represents leadership authority and the need to impose order on a chaotic world. They are often concerned with maintaining structure and controlling their domain, whether that’s a family organization or Nation. While Rulers can be benevolent, they just also risk to becoming tyrannical if they become too obsessed with control or power.

Fears: 

They fear Chaos, loss of control or being overthrown.

Examples in Religion:

God or Christ as king in Christian theology being over the universe

Esotericism: 

The God zeus in Great and Pagan myth ia an embodiment of the ruler as he is the king of all the godsend the upholder of order and justice throughout the greek realms

Myth & Fiction: 

Aragon from the lord of the rings embodies the ruler, earning the right to lead through wisdom and compassion, restoring order to his kingdom.

And sub archetypes:

The Tyrant uses power to control and dominate often to detriment of others

The Benevolent leader leads with wisdom care and a focus on the greater good

The Weakling prince fails to live up to the responsibilities of leadership often faltering under pressure

Zodiac sign:

Capricorn - The Mountain Goat climbing that metaphorical mountain, slow but steady will get you there. The Master, ruled by Saturn it’s all about your great work,  structure, and responsibility. They are hard-working, responsible, and ambitious

4 The Explorer, The Seeker, The Pelgrim

Goals:

Seeks to discover a better world or find deeper meaning within themselves, a desire for freedom and autonomy, and the opportunity to experience new horizons, expanded explanations. The explorer is driven by the needs to break free from the mundane and seek new experiences, knowledge and adventure.

Often restless, constantly searching for meaning and self-standing through external exploration or inner journeys. 

Fears:

Being trapped, confined or stuck in a monotonous life. There fear of being trapped or tied down can prevent them from finding satisfaction in the present moment.

Examples in religion:

Moses leading the Israelites through the desert in search of the promised land reflects the explorers need to break away from oppression and to seek freedom.

Esotericism:

The spiritual seeker for a quest for enlightenment, constantly pushing boundaries to explore the unknown.

Fiction:

Indiana Jones, epitomises the explorer, always in pursuit of ancient treasures and hidden truths, driven bij curiosity and adventure

And sub archetypes: 

The Wonderer relentlessly travels, avoiding roots or permanence

The Pionier explores uncharted territories, breaking new ground.

The Trailblazer leads others into unknown or dangerous areas and pushing limits

Zodiac sign:

Sagittarius - The explorer of the zodiac, the globetrotter, the philosopher, the guide, are adventurous, optimistic, and enthusiastic, the wanderers on a constant search for meaning. They want to know the meaning of life even if it takes a lifetime.

5 The Rebel, The Outlaw, The Revolutionary

Goals: 

To break rules and create significant change in the world, desires revolution, revenge or the destruction of oppressive systems. The rebel thrives on challenging the status quo, often acting as a force of disruption and change. They fight against Injustice and resist conformity. Often willing to break rules to achieve their goals. While they can be destructive if driven by anger or revenge. Rebels are also the catalyst for societal transformations, paving the way for new possibilities.

Fears: 

Being powerless, controlled, or unable to challenge authority 

Examples in religion: 

Lucifer the fallen Angel, defies divine authority symbolizing rebellion against ultimate control.

Esotericism: 

Prometheus in esoteric traditions, defying the gods by bringing fire, knowledge to humanity, representing enlightenment through defiance 

Myth & Fiction: 

Katniss Everdeen from the hunger games, who rebels against the corrupt system. Becoming a symbol of revolution and hope.

Rango, he pretend that  he is somebody and that's why he becomes it.

And sub archetypes:

The Revolutionary leads others in radical change aiming to overthrow oppressive systems.

The Troublemaker disrupts simply to cause chaos or push boundaries.

The Rebel leader organizes rebellion, leading others to defy authority 

Zodiac sign:

Aquarius - Aquarius, the sign of the Innovator and the Humanist. They are the water bearers and the future-makers. The entrepreneur who is here to do big things, new things, innovative things, things that help humanity as a whole. Symbolically and eternally giving life and spiritual food to the world. The water from the vessel washes away the past, leaving room for a fresh, new start.

6 The Lover, The Sensualist

Goals: 

Seeks to attain intimacy, and experience the full depth of love, the desires of the lover is to connect deeply and passionately with others, vinding harmony in relationships. The lover archetype is driven by pursuit of connection, intimacy and pleasure. They value relationships and often see love as the ultimate expression of life’s purpose. The lover seeks harmony and beauty in all aspects of life, especially through emotional or romantic fulfilment. They may risk losing their identity in their desires to please others or avoid conflict

Fears: 

Being unloved, unwanted or rejected by others.

Examples in Religion: 

Radha & Krishna in Hinduism represent the Divine play of love and devotion, embodying the lover’s search for unity with the beloved 

Esotericism: 

The mystical union and tantric traditions. 

Where the lover archetype seeks spiritual wholeness through emotional and physical connection

Fiction:

Romeo and Juliet embody the lover willing to sacrifice everything including life for the intensity of their connection

Out of Balance:

The Love Addict

The Low-Desire Lover/Impotent Lover

And sub archetypes:

The Romantic idealises love and emotional experiences, sometimes at the expense of realism 

The Seducer uses charm and attraction to connect on a passionate level

The Harmoniser seeks peace and unity in relationships, prioritising emotional balance.

Zodiac sign:

Taurus -Steady, grounded, and yes a wee materialistic sign of the zodiac. Ruled by Venus Taurus loves pleasure, luxury, and all things premium.

7 Everyman, Citizen, Regulair Woman or Guy, The Diplomat

Goals: 

Their desires is to belong, strives for belonging, and to connect with others, a quality in their life, and to vind value in being part of a community.

They are the grounding force, often overlooked but essential. Reminding us of the importance of humility, hard work and solidarity. The energy of the everymen has the talent to get the larger group going, a talent that should not be underestimated.

Fears: 

Standing out, being excluded or alienated from the group, the everyman desires to be excepted by others and to find their place within society, They avoid extremes preferring a simple and honest life.

Examples in religion:

Jesus disciples, especially figures like Peter are relatable evermen ordinary individuals call to extraordinary actions representing fate and connection to a greater purpose

Esotericism:

The Seeker or novice in mysticism representing someone on a humble path to Enlightenment.

Myth & Fiction: 

Emmet van the Lego movie. Samwise Gamgee from the Lord of the rings perfectly captures the everyman, while not a great hero, his unwithering loyalty and determination shows that even the simplest among us can make a profound impact.

And sub archetypes: 

The Realist, grounded in practicality, sees things for what they are without idealisation.

The Survivor endures hardship and struggle, often rising from challenges with resilience.

The Onderdog, fights to belong or succeed despite having the odds stacked against them, zoals Joris die de draak dood.

Zodiac sign:

Libra - In everything, Libra seeks harmony and balance. They are fair and have a strong sense of justice as well as a love of beauty.

8 The Warrior or Hero

Goals: 

To prove they're worth through courageous acts, and Noble Deeds. The Hero desires to make a difference in the world, and leave a lasting mark on history 

The Hero is defined by their courage, strength and determinations to overcome challenges. Heroes take on great risks, not just for personal glory but often for the greater good. However their primary struggle lies in balancing their need for external validation with an internal sense of worth.

Fears: 

Failure weakness or being perceived as inadequate and failure, because it threatened their identity as a force for good

Examples Myth: 

Hercules in Greek mythology whose labours exemplify physical and moral strength in overcoming impossible challenges

Esotericism: 

They initiate in spiritual traditions who must conquer inner demons or trials to attain higher Consciousness

Fiction: 

Harry Potter, modern hero rises to each challenge, despite doubts. Embodying bravery and the weight of responsibility 

Out of Balance:

The sadistic hunter

The masochistic hero

And sub archetypes:

The Warrior, overcomes physical challenges and fights for honour or victory. 

The Crusader fights for a moral cause, often leading battles for justice 

The Dragon slayer faces seemingly insurmountable challenges or enemies, Triumphing over the impossible

Zodiac sign:

Aries - Brave, bold, and fiery Aries takes action. Ruled by Mars the planet of action and bravery Aries takes no prisoners and is here to lead.

9 The innocent

Goals: 

Seeks safety, happiness and a life of purity and peace

Fears: 

Doing something wrong, being punished or losing their sense of innocence.

The Innocent desires to live in a world free from corruption and to experience paradise. 

The innocent embodies a world view filled with optimism and hope, trusting that good prevails and seeking a life of simplicity and purity. 

They believe that as long they remain virtuous and good, everything will work out in their favour.

This makes them resilient in the face of Darkness. They are vulnerable to disillusionment when their idealistic worldview is challenged.

Examples in religion, Adam and Eve before the fall in Christianity are perfect representations of the innocent living in the garden of Eden in Blissful ignorance until their innocence is shattered by sin.

Esotericism: 

The fool in Tarot symbolises the innocence act the beginning of their spiritual journey unaware of the dangers ahead but filled with the excitement of Potential

Myth & Fiction:

Frodo from The Lord of the Rings is an innocent thrust into a dangerous world who despite facing Darkness, retains a belief in good and morality 

And sub archetypes: 

The Dreamer, focuses in a idealistic and hopeful future, often unaware of the realities of the present.

The Naif fool innocent to the point of being unaware of danger, sometimes blind sided by the harshness of reality

The Saint represents spiritual purity often engaging in self-sacrifice in the name of goodness

Zodiac sign:

Virgo - The earthy healer is using analytical gifts to embrace the very mental as well as intuitive.

10 The Caregiver , Nurturer

Goals: 

Seeks to help, protect and care for others. A desire to nurture and to protect others. Creating an environment of support and love. This archetype is driven by compassion and the desire to serve others. They focus on creating a supportive and nurturing environment, ofthrn putting others needs before their own. While this archetype embodies selflessness the caregiver can risk a burnout or losing themselves if they neglect their own needs in the process of caring for others.

Fears: 

Selfishness, ingratitude or being unable to provide care for those in need.

Examples in religion: 

Mother Teresa, the symbol of the Christian idea of selfless service perfectly exemplifies the caregiver, dedicating her life to helping the poor and sick

Esotericism: 

The healer in mystical traditions, provides spiritual care and emotional support to those seeking guidance.

Myth & Fiction: 

Alfred Pennyworth from Batman is Bruce Wayne’s butler and serves as a caretaker. Alfred provides emotional support, care and wisdom. Serving as a grounding influence in Batman’s life.

And sub archetypes:

The Mother nurture and protects often at the cost of their own needs.

The Healer provides physical or emotional healing to those in need.

The Supporter, always stands by others offering encouragement and aid.

Zodiac sign:

Cancer - This is the paradox of Cancer. So loving, caring, and nurturing but so easily hurt and with real tendencies to be a hermit.

11 The Jester or the Fool

Goals:

The Jester seeks to live in the moment, and bring joy to world through human and play

Fears:

Boredom and being too serious, or missing out on life’s pleasure. The Jester desires to enjoy life to its fullest and lighten the mood of others around them. The Jester archetype is all about living in the moment. And finding joy in live. They use humour to uplift others and often point out the absurdities of life offering wisdom wrapped in wit while the jester brings fun and laughter they can sometimes avoid serious issues or use humor as a shield to deflect deeper emotional connections.

Examples in religion: 

Loki the norse trickster Gos embodies the playfully yet chaotic aspects of the jester archetype. Often using humor and tricks to upset the established order.

Esotericism: 

The Fool in Tarot represents the beginning of a journey filled with optimism and unburdened by complexities go life, yet wise in their simplicity

Myth & Fiction: 

Jack Sparrow from Pirates of the Caribbean embodies a Jester archetype that has fulfilled his potential trough his cunning wit unpredictable behaviour. And humorous charm using laughter and truckering to navigate challenges while challenging authority and convention in a chaotic but often ingenious way

And sub archetypes: 

The Trickster disrupts norms with wit and chaos, often bringing hidden truth to light 

The Clown focuses on bringing joy and laughter to others, using humor to connect

The Satirist uses humor to critique or expose flaws in societal structures

Zodiac sign:

Pisces you are creative, intuitive, mystical, and spiritual. You can be a bit vague, seem a little lost, and you can tend to try to escape the realities of life here on earth.

12 The Sage, The Messenger

Goals: 

The Sage seeks to understand the truth and gain wisdom through knowledge and experiences. The sage desires to understand the world attain wisdom and share their knowledge with others.

The Sage archetype represents wisdom, knowledge and the pursuit of truth. They are driven by a need to understand the deeper meaning of life and to impact that understanding to others. The Sage is often introspective preferring to seek clarity over action. However they can struggle with detachment, becoming overly focused on knowledge and avoiding emotional connections.

Fears: 

They fear ignorance, being misled or living in falsehood.

Examples in Religion: 

The Buddha represents the Sage, seeking enlightenment through profound introspection and sharing that wisdom with the world

Esotericism: 

The Norse God Wodan who sacrifices his eye for  wisdom and hangs on Iggdrassil to gain knowledge of the runes, perfectly reflects the Sage archetype through his relentless pursuit of spiritual clarity and understanding

Fiction: 

Yoda from Star Wars is the quintessential Sage dispensing wisdom and knowledge to guide the next generation of heroes.

And sub archetypes:

The Philosopher seeks deep truths through contemplation and study.

The Mentor guides others with their accumulated wisdom and experience.

The Teacher imparts knowledge to students, helping them understand the world.

Zodiac sign:

Gemini - I’m not one or the other – I’m strategy and soul – I’m masculine and feminine – in my approach. It’s not about choosing one but merging the two. 

Why we need to recognising and understand them?

These archetypes aren’t just characters in stories or symbols from myths, they are an essential part of who we are as individuals, and as a collective. Each archetype has its own strengths, fears, and desires and none of them are better or more important than the others, in fact they all work together, balancing each other out. We need the Hero’s courage justas much as we need the cCregivers compassion, the Rebel’s desire for change is as vital as the Sage’s wisdom. Its trough the interplay of this archetypes that we find harmony. Both within our selves and in the world around us. Recognising and understanding these archetypes allows us to live more fully and connect more deeply to the people and experiences in our lives.

Every Ego is an Art-piece.

Anima & Animus Archetypes

The two inner archetypal universal forces, that create patterns that live in all of us, shaped by generations of culture, mythology and personal experience

From childhood, we begin forming the inner images, a boy watches his mother, not just her actions, but the emotional atmosphere she caries, how she responds to pain, how she shows love, how she uses silence or anger or affection. All of it becomes part of the anima image within him.

Likewise a girl watches her father, his presence, or his absence, his strength, or his instability, the way he protects, the way he speaks, the way he handles stress or power or failure, this becomes her animus, the masculine voice inside her that later whispers in every decision, in every relationship. 

But the anima and animus are not just shaped by our parents. They are also formed by culture, religion, stories, songs. The roles we are told to play, what it means to be a man or a woman, are absorbed unconsciously.

Unless we confront these inner figures, they will take over our lives.

We don’t just love people, we often fall in love with our own projection of the anima or animus, that idealised inner image we’ve carried for years. 

Thats why some love’s feel hypnotic, intoxicating, spiritual, because they are not about the person in front of us. They are about the part of ourself that we never claimed, now suddenly reflected back at us through another.

You project your inner feminine or masculine onto someone else hoping they’ll complete you.

This is the tragedy because both energies are sacred. We are not ment to live in polarity. We are ment to become whole!

To do this we must stop projecting the anima and animus outward and meet them within ourselves.

This is the path of individuation, the sacred journey of become your true self.

The Anima

The Anima is the soul image of Woman inside the male psyche.

It is emotion, intuition, tenderness, creativity and chaos

She is the inner presence who brings softness and dept to the masculine mind.

But when repressed, she becomes a force of confusion, making the man overly sensitive, reactive, or romantically obsessed.

When a man is not make peace with his anima, he may become moody, overly emotional, or drawn to woman who rescue him emotionally, then destroy him. He may romanticise woman as divine muses or cruel seductresses, because his inner feling is fragmented.

A man who hasn’t integrated his anima may become obsessed with a woman not because of who she is, but because she embodies the image he’s been carrying sinds childhood. She becomes a fantasy, ethereal, mystical, Emotionally overwhelming, and when she fails to live up to that ideal, because no real human can, he swings between worship and resentment, desires and disappointment.

In that cycle, he isn’t loving her. He’s loving the version of himself that he never allowed to live.

The Animus

The Animus, on the other hand, is the spirit image of man inside the female psyche.

He is will, logic, structure, power and clarity.

He helps the woman make decisions, set boundaries, speak her truth.

But when distorted or unbalanced, he becomes rigid, cold, or critical, a voice that tells her to shut down her feelings and harden her heart

When a woman has not made peace with her animus, she may feel the need to control every situation, distrust vulnerability, or seek relationships where she is emotionally distant but mentally dominant. Her inner masculine is ungrounded, so she pushes others away.

A woman dominated by her animus may struggle to truly connect. She may see vulnerability as weakness. She might be attracted to men who are emotional distant because they confirm her belief that closeness is dangerous. Her inner masculine becomes a harsh inner critic, whispering that she must stay strong, independent, unshakable, even if it means being alone. She may even push love away, not because she doesn’t want it, but because her animus has taught her that emotional surrender is unsafe. This internal sabotage is subtile. It doesn’t announce itself. It comes in the form of small patterns, The same arguments, the same disappointments, the same magnetic draw to the wrong person. You think why do I always attract unavailable people? Why do I fall for someone and then feel empty after? Why do I keep choosing the same kind of partner again and again? Your anima or animus is doing the choosing. They are searching for something unresolved, something missing.

We all have multiple personalities

Watch this video about the importance of excepting that we have all multiple personalities.

Becoming whole again by integrating the parts that were rejected along your journey.

This work is called by Carl Jung "The Individuation proces":

The Egyptian Enneade

The nine most important gods and goddesses from the Heliopolis

The Gods and their equivalents

Are related to the archetypes:

God of the Sun, To Be, The Creator

Egypt mythology - Amon, Ra, Atoem 

Norse mythology - Wodan

Greek mythology - zeus

Roman mythology - Jupiter

God of Dry Air, The Hero, The Warrior

Egypt mythology - Sjoe

Norse mythology - Magni, one of Thor's sons

Greek mythology - Atlas

Roman mythology- Hercules

God of Earth, Time, The Father, The Ruler or The King

Egypt mythology - Geb

Norse mythology - Njörðr, vader of Frey and Freya

Greek mythology - Cronos

Roman mythology - Saturnus

God of Fertility and the Underworld, Soil, The Creator or The Divine Child

Egypt mythology -  Osiris and also his sister Nephthys

Norse mythology - Frey

Greek mythology - Pan, Dionysus

Roman mythology - Bacchus

Goddess of Magic, The Nurturer, The Creator, The Mother

Egypt mythology - Isis

Norse mythology - Sif, Mother Earth

Greek mythology - Demeter

Roman mythology - Ceres

God of the Sky, The Ruler, The King

Egypt mythology - Horus

Norse mythology - Wodan, again, because with Horus the new world starts to begin

Greek mythology - Apollo

Roman mythology -Harpocrates

Goddess of Water/Moisture, The Queen

Egypt mythology - Tefnoet

Norse mythology - Ran, means sea

Greek mythology - Amphitrite, goddess of the ocean Poseidon's wife

Roman mythology - Salacia, goddess of salt water

Goddess of the Milky-way, Stars, Heavens, Milk and Love, The Wife or The Queen

Egypt mythology - Toet/ Nut

Norse mythology -Nótt, means night

Greek mythology - Hera, wife and sister of Zeus,

Roman mythology - Juno

God of Storms, Thunder, Lightning Destroy and Despair, The Warrior, The Chaos maker

Egypt mythology - Seth

Norse mythology - Thor

Greek mythology -Typhon

Roman mythology - Jupiter (also Jupiter because he is god of the fertility - and thunder and lightning)

God of the Afterlife, The Magican

Egypt mythology - Anubis

Norse mythology - Hell

Greek mythology - Hermanubis

Roman mythology - Mercury