Psychology and Archetypes The Psychoanalysis of Sigmund Freud Some of the worlds most respected writers have supplied

psychologists with such accurate case histories of mental functioning in their literature that their works have been cited as significant in understanding humans. Sigmund Freud There are three ______________________________. Id Ego Superego -These zones control certain mental functions out of which comes human motivation. ID _________________ Principle Impulse towards satisfaction No ________________ No values Source of aggressions and desires Theologically similar to the devil EGO _________________ Principle Rational Regulates _________ drives Mediating agency of psyche SUPEREGO _________________ Principle Morality principle Censors or represses the id Source of ______________ and pride

Draw the iceberg here:

1 THE _______________________ MIND IS PREEMINENT (greatest influence)

Archetypes Colors and Objects Collective Unconscious A genetically inherited level of the mind containing what Jung called the __________________________ of the human race. __________________________ contains symbols, ideas, themes, and conscious quests for the meanings of lifes mysteries. Therefore, it stores the material of the worlds myths, legends, religions, art and literature. Archetypes An archetype is a _________________ repeated through the ages in folk and literary expressions. Characters, plots, themes, and symbols or images may be archetypes. Archetypal SYMBOLS and IMAGES Symbol: A concrete object used to represent abstract ideas Image: A visual detail sustained or developed throughout a work An image has symbolic significance It has these functions: Reinforces character Enhances theme Foreshadows plot developments Symbolize moods or emotions Most ancient and universal of symbols Positive and negative qualities/ connotations

COLORS

BLACK (Darkness) Negative connotations: Unconscious, underworld, death/mourning, emotional darkness, chaos, unknown, hidden desires/instincts Positive connotations: First step in transformation process old is destroyed in order for new creation of the self to occur Knowledge GREEN Negative: Decay, jealousy, and envy Positive: Mother nature, fertility, hope, renewal, health, youth, harmony Spiritual passion BLUE RED Negative (usually dark blue): Depression Positive (usually light blue): Heaven, color of the spirit, the divine, institution, inspiration Negative: Anger, lust, embarrassment, war Positive: Life force, passion, sacrifice, courage, will power

WHITE Negative: Shallow, empty Positive: Symbolic death, renewal Purity, redemption, peace, innocence, joy YELLOW Negative: Cowardly Greedy Positive: Warmth, happiness ORANGE Negative: Pride, cruelty Positive: Burning away impurities Creative expression PURPLE Negative: Severe pain/injury Positive: Royalty, wisdom, truth FOREST/WOODS The mysterious, primitive instinct The child must enter the forest of the unconscious, inner self to overcome an impossible task for individuation to take place Here there is no mother or father to protect the child. She/he must face the trial alone and grow. ARCHETYPAL CHARACTERS The Hero Strong, intelligent, good, brave, savior or deliverer. The Companion Befriends and helps the hero May be an unusual figure The Demonic Adversary A villain, represents the forces of ________________, chaos and darkness Almost as strong as the hero May take monstrous form