Interesting concept for sure. Never thought of the mechanics of desire thunconsciously!
But if this is universal I wonder how you would apply it to certain cultures (like the Indian one I belong to) where marriages are arranged for the most part. Of course some degree of compatibility is sought for but the alliance is predominantly decided along economic- societal criteria eventually.
I don't see much scope here for a couple to understand their archetypes since their choice in this regard is limited by cultural demands.
At another level (as in my own life) the choice of a partner/lover seems to be dictated by biology- morphology.
You seldom see a fat man with a slim wife, a tall woman with a short husband or a timid -reserved person with an outrageously loud partner.
I sense there is a seeking of psychological balance through these biological- morphological choices.
Can archetypes feature in these choices too albeit unconsciously?
in terms of cultural demands, I understand your point. I would suggest that there is often a way for each individual to explore their desires individually and find a way to have them sated in their relationship if the other partner is willing- if not, I suppose there is always fantasies!
Thank you for continuing this series, to which I can definitely relate. On numerous occasions over the span of many decades I have probably fallen for someone who "might [have been] an archetype: The Seductress. The Saviour. The Destroyer. The Muse. The Monster. The Divine Child. The Wild One."
Moreover, at different times, that "someone" has switched from one archetypal image to another. At present, for example, I seek a Muse. I am quite certain that if/when "someone in the outer world matches the energy of an inner figure," I shall indeed feel it. Indeed, I have felt it in the past -- at least four times!
Jung introduced this fascinating proposition that is only now being incorporated into a culture that allows for an 'examined' sex life. I believe the types of people we are inherently drawn to are erotic archetypes that live deep in our psyche. Why or how these archetypes form can be tied to early life experiences or remain a mystery. I have had a number of archetypes that have repeated themselves through out my life of relationships. Some healthy, some not so much. But they have all served an important role in my personal development, healing and sexual evolution.
Interesting concept for sure. Never thought of the mechanics of desire thunconsciously!
But if this is universal I wonder how you would apply it to certain cultures (like the Indian one I belong to) where marriages are arranged for the most part. Of course some degree of compatibility is sought for but the alliance is predominantly decided along economic- societal criteria eventually.
I don't see much scope here for a couple to understand their archetypes since their choice in this regard is limited by cultural demands.
At another level (as in my own life) the choice of a partner/lover seems to be dictated by biology- morphology.
You seldom see a fat man with a slim wife, a tall woman with a short husband or a timid -reserved person with an outrageously loud partner.
I sense there is a seeking of psychological balance through these biological- morphological choices.
Can archetypes feature in these choices too albeit unconsciously?
in terms of cultural demands, I understand your point. I would suggest that there is often a way for each individual to explore their desires individually and find a way to have them sated in their relationship if the other partner is willing- if not, I suppose there is always fantasies!
Thank you for continuing this series, to which I can definitely relate. On numerous occasions over the span of many decades I have probably fallen for someone who "might [have been] an archetype: The Seductress. The Saviour. The Destroyer. The Muse. The Monster. The Divine Child. The Wild One."
Moreover, at different times, that "someone" has switched from one archetypal image to another. At present, for example, I seek a Muse. I am quite certain that if/when "someone in the outer world matches the energy of an inner figure," I shall indeed feel it. Indeed, I have felt it in the past -- at least four times!
Jung introduced this fascinating proposition that is only now being incorporated into a culture that allows for an 'examined' sex life. I believe the types of people we are inherently drawn to are erotic archetypes that live deep in our psyche. Why or how these archetypes form can be tied to early life experiences or remain a mystery. I have had a number of archetypes that have repeated themselves through out my life of relationships. Some healthy, some not so much. But they have all served an important role in my personal development, healing and sexual evolution.