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Arquetipos (2014)

by Caroline Myss(Favorite Author)

3.18 of 5 Votes: 4

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English

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Nonfiction

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Ediciones B

review 1: **Who are you?**Obviously, that’s not the easiest question to answer, and one that hangs in the background for much of our lives. Although self-discovery is an infinite and ongoing process, many systems and approaches have been created to help us define and understand just who the heck we are. This book looks at how archetypes have contributed to that self-discovery quest: “The language of archetypes is the universal language of the human soul, psychically uniting us all through what the Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung called the collective unconscious. Jung saw archetypes as the quintessential navigational tool of the psyche, providing a gateway between the conscious mind and the unconscious that could help us in becoming integrated human beings...Archetypal patterns fi... morelter into every aspect of your life, so it’s important to discover how they express themselves in your everyday decisions and routines…They influence the quality of your relationships, and who you are attracted to and why. And they influence recurring issues: arguments you seem to have over and over, difficulties at work that keep cropping up, and other patterns that repeat themselves. Anything that repeats is a clue to what archetypes are operating in your life.” (pp. 4, 10)In a nutshell, learning about the archetypes that you most closely identify with can be so helpful for becoming who you (really) are, navigating your life challenges, harnessing your key strengths, and accommodating for your unique vulnerabilities. Curious about your archetype(s)? Here’s a sampling of the behavior patterns and characteristics of the ten archetypes featured in this book:The Advocate:• You are naturally drawn to social, political, or environmental concerns.• You feel a need to make a difference in the world.• You are committed to doing something worthwhile with your life.• You are dedicated to fixing what isn’t working in society.• You are moved to take action when you see or hear about the mistreatment of people or animals in the environment. [p. 40]The Artist/Creative:• You see beauty everywhere.• You come alive in front of an audience.• You listen to music and your heart soars.• You dream of seeing your name on the bestseller list.• You’re ready to make art, not read about it or talk about it.[p.60]The Athlete:• You exercise regularly; staying fit is a vital part of your lifestyle.• You take great care of your body.• You listen to your body and respond to physical signals like pain.• You hold nutrition sacred and make sure you eat right.• You get your kicks from physically challenging activities. [p.79]The Caregiver:• You are naturally compassionate and concerned with the well-being of others, and you feel compelled to act on those feelings.• Your greatest strength is nurturing others. You can’t say no to a request for help.• You are the one friends and family turn to for emotional support.• You often give more than you receive. • You often sense what others need even before they ask. [p. 97] The Fashionista:• You have a knack for looking fabulous, no matter what you put on.• You wear your clothing, it doesn’t wear you.• You see fashion as a means to develop authentic self-esteem.• You are a savvy shopper and love to try new styles.• You invest in pieces that speak to who you are, not who others think you should be. [p. 120]The Intellectual:• You relate to your world through the life of the mind—ideas, concepts, and information gathered from myriad sources.• You learn for the sake of learning and the love of pure knowledge.• You make decision using a combination of reason, logic, and intuitive intelligence.• You are on a quest for truth, for a deep understanding of the secrets of the universe and the fundamental laws of how the world works.• You lead a carefully considered life. You look closely before you leap. [p. 141]The Queen/Executive:• You take charge of situations for the sake of achieving maximum results. • You make things happen for other people. Empowering others is your finest achievement.• You are direct in dealing with others and let people know what you expect of them.• You use your influence to make a difference in people’s lives. • You work hard to uphold your character and values. [p. 159]The Rebel:• You define your character by your right to challenge injustice. • You speak out against discrimination and oppression.• You resist taking orders and follow your own counsel.• You are unconventional and independent, a free and creative thinker.• You are unconventional and independent, a free and creative thinker. [p. 182]The Spiritual Seeker:• You feel unsatisfied and are seeking more from your life.• You are looking for a new life direction.• You are searching for insight into who you really are.• You are intent on finding the meaning and purpose of your life.• You are curious about other dimensions beyond the material plane. [p. 203]The Visionary:• You’re continually coming up with new ideas and thinking "What if...?"• You’re an agent of change.• You approach life in unconventional ways.• You see a problem and right away, you’re thinking up solutions.• You look to the future and see what could be rather than dwelling on what happened in the past. [p. 229]If you’re up for learning more about who you are—and who you’re not—you’ll likely find this book to be a fun and fascinating read.
review 2: Needless to say, I recognized myself in several of the "basic people types" listed and described in this book. That's fairly easy: They're painted in rather broad strokes. But still, a lot of the basic observations and advice in this book are well thought-out and well-placed. My favorite things (I think) were the examples of situations and activities which are "energy builders" and which are "energy sappers" for each of the archetype personalities. If I found a flaw, it's that nowhere does she set down the basic, dictionary definition of "archetype", for those who might be coming into this unfamiliar with the word. But still, if you're like me and find "people typing" to be fun, rather that pigeon-holing, check out this book. less

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