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.

Archetype, the term itself is derived from modern philosophical and psychological research and theories. In realty, the word can have one of several meanings. For Jung, the main two archetypes were the innocent child, and the wise old man, it is after all clear that there can not be one without the other.

One of the best definitions of an archetype with a different definition would be that of a commune. Why would a commune be considered an archetype? Because those living within the walls and grounds of a commune are often considered to have a collective consciousness, all living in the same manner, with the same beliefs and interests.

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.

After which, the client and therapist can come to an agreement and understand the best treatment possible for the situation. While Jung believes in a collective consciousness, the view is different from individuals building intentional societies. Of course, by living communally people always have people and all save together over time.

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.

Often, these communities are subgroups of other organizations and groups with which most relate. For example, a group of dancers have recently established an intentional community in upstate New York. While there are many communities now evolving all over the world which will include residents of like body, mind and spirit. Most of which will be self-sustaining with residents providing all services, and bartering with other residents for food, drink, etc.

While intentional communities are on the rise, it is a living style that has tried and failed in the past. Though, with new technology, organic gardening, and the potential for legalized marijuana in many areas, the living style may actually survive this time. As the world has become quite expensive from coffee to groceries to rents and mortgage, it is a living style that is being recreated on a daily, if not hourly basis in many areas of the world.




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