Sunday, December 21, 2014

Discovering ARCHETYPES JUNG For Modern Times

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.

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 often vary a great deal depending on therapist and client. While Jung believes in other archetypes, he sees these two as the most common. A statement with which most other psychoanalysts and therapists agree. Although, at times it may be necessary to incorporate other archetypes to get to the brunt of a specific issue, or problems related to behavior patterns.

Whereas, a real sense of "collective consciousness" comes when a group of people can build and live within "intentional communities and societies, many of which are self-sustaining and off any type of government, utility or other documented platform. These individuals are often vegan or vegetarian, thus growing food at home, or on a farm, and creating electricity and other energy from alternative sources.

A good example of this is that of Charles Manson, a serial killer who brainwashed his followers to do horrid criminal acts, in which he landed a home in what some may call the intentional community of death row, with only one or two of the others having been freed on parole since the crimes were committed in 1969.

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.

Unfortunately, it has yet to be determined if these "intentional communities" will succeed over time. Some have had the same betters for years, while others see individuals come and go on a regular basis. It is no doubt that this may be the case in the beginning of most of these communities as it can often take a great deal of acceptance and tolerance to live with other people as a family, whether by chance or choice.




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