This list of Archetypes

Archetypes
By
Pip
McKay
Welcome
to
the
wonderful
world
of
Archetypes.
This
article
has
been
created
specifically
for
people
who
are
using
Archetypes
during
therapeutic,
coaching
or
change
processes.
Most
people
will
have
access
to
this
article
if
they
have
done
Matrix
Therapies,
Matrix
Constellation
and
Archetypes,
Co­Creating
the
Matrix
or
seen
me
speak
at
the
ABNLP
on
Matrix
Archetypes
and
NLP.
See
www.evolvenow.com.au
for
more
details
about
these
programs.
This
list
of
Archetypes
is
written
from
the
point
of
view
that
an
Archetype
is
a
Universal
Symbolic
Ideal,
based
on
Plato’s
work
in
the
5th
Century
BC.
I
have
not
listed
subtypes
or
shadows
of
the
Archetypes,
unless
there
is
a
particular
resource
they
embody
that
is
useful.
For
example,
there
are
some
people
where
being
a
‘bit
of
a
devil’
might
be
useful,
where
as
for
other
people
that
would
be
considered
very
negative.
This
list
is
for
the
specific
purpose
of
downloading
resources,
rather
than
for
the
purpose
of
typing
you.
Please
contact
us
if
you
are
interested
in
the
therapeutic
application
of
Archetypes
on
99499480
or
email
[email protected]
.
I
have
put
in
many
Archetypes
which
may
mean
something
similar
like
Magician
and
Alchemist,
you
or
your
client,
however,
may
resonate
with
one
rather
than
another.
Remember
that
the
Archetype
is
the
Ideal
Symbolic
Expression
of
each
of
these
roles
not
the
role
itself.
There
are
four
list:
1. List
of
resources
that
people
often
request
and
possible
Archetypes
that
may
appeal
to
that
person
2. Archetypal
Roles
or
Common
Archetypes
in
alphabetical
order
3. Greek
Gods
and
Goddesses
and
possible
Archetypal
Resources
4. Animal
Totems
that
may
have
Archetypal
Resources
If
you
are
interested
in
the
22
Spiritual
Archetypes
or
Archetypes
of
Consciousness
that
all
the
other
Archetypes
are
based
on
please
feel
free
to
email
us
on
[email protected]
or
call
us
on
99499480
.
We
do
not
make
this
information
public,
as
not
everyone
is
interested
in
or
ready
for
these
tools.
We
do
have
an
introduction
to
an
invitation
only
course
specifically
on
this
subject
available
to
a
small
number
of
people
who
express
interest.
Have
fun
with
them
and
let
me
know
how
you
go
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would
like
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find
other
ways
to
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Archetypes
therapeutically
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Which Archetypes Give You the
Resources You Want?
Please be aware that these are suggestions only and may not be appropriate for a client.
If the client doesn’t come up with something themselves, then you may like to list
some of these using permissive language to prompt them to find something that is
suitable for them. Please ensure that the Archetype chosen really has the resources that
will solve the client’s problem and give them the resources they need or want to get the
goal they wish to achieve. Please also ensure that the outcomes they want and the
Archetype they choose are ecological. For instance, if they want to make someone love
them who is currently in love with someone else, then helping them access the
resources of the ‘seductress’ may not be ecological. If, however, they would like to
spice up their sex life with their current partner, then it may be very appropriate.
1. Power, Creating Boundaries, Saying: ‘No’
a. Warrior, Amazon, Emperor, Judge, Policeman, Guardian, Protector,
Knight, Defender, Archangel
2. Direction
a. Mentor, Guide, Coach, Leader, Visionary
3. Creativity, Artistic, Problem Solving, Thinking Outside the Box
a. Artist, Actor, Creator, Innovator, Architect, Shape-shifter
b. Decoder, Entrepreneur, Maverick, Devil’s Advocate
4. Energy
a. Athlete, Explorer, Hedonist, Competitor, Challenger
5. Fun, Enjoyment, Lightening Up
a. Child, Jester, Joker, Flirt, Comic
6. Love
a. Romantic, Lover, Knight, Lady, Queen, King, Emperor, Empress,
Angel, Venus, Adonis,
7. Sex
a. Enchantress, Seductress, Casanova, Flirt, Femme Fatale, Alpha Male,
Alpha Female, Sensualist
8. Motivation, Just Do It!
a. Athlete, Explorer, Adventurer, Knight, Motivator, Leader, Discoverer,
Hero
9. Self-Confidence, Self-Esteem
a. King, Queen, Knight, Speaker, Kingmaker, Entrepreneur, Hero
10. Public Speaking, Leadership, Teacher
a. Leader, Speaker, Herald, King, Queen, Politician, President, Advocate,
Challenger, Hero, Guide, Judge, Revolutionary, Motivator, Performer,
Actor, Ruler, Storyteller, Visionary, Teacher
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Archetypal Roles or Common
Archetypes in Alphabetical Order
Actor
Creator
Healer
Adventurer
Damsel
Hedonist
Advisor
Decoder
Helper
Advocate
Defender
Herald
Alchemist
Detective
Hermit
Amazon
Diplomat
Hero
Analyst
Director
Humanitarian
Angel
Emperor
Hunter
Archangel
Empress
Individualist
Architect
Empath
Innocent
Artist
Enchantress
Investigator
Athlete
Engineer
Jester
Avant‐Garde
Enthusiast
Jocker
Avenger
Explorer
Judge
Benefactor
Father
King
Business
Person
Femme
Fatale
Kingmaker
Bureaucrat
Flirt
Knight
Caregiver
Follower
Leader
Casanova
Fool
Liberator
Cavalier
Giant
Lone
Wolf
Challenger
Gentle
Giant
Lover
Child
Gallant
Maiden
Comic
Guardian
Magician
Companion
God
Masquerader
Competitor
Goddess
Maverick
Confidant
Guide
Medicine
Woman
Cowboy
Guru
Medicine
Man
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Meditator
Professor
Superman
Mediator
Protector
Superwoman
Mentor
Psychic
Survivor
Mother
Queen
Teacher
Motivator
Rebel
Theorist
Monk
Revolutionary
Thinker
Nerd
Rogue
Thrill‐seeker
Nurturer
Romantic
Traditionalist
Observer
Ruler
Transformer
Optimist
Sage
Trickster
Partner
Scientist
Virgin
Peacemaker
Scholar
Visionary
Pedagogue
Sensualist
Wanderer
Perfectionist
Shape‐shifter
Warrior
Performer
Show‐Off
Weaver
Pioneer
Soldier
Wicker
Woman
Politician
Spiritual
Master
Wise
Old
Man
Priest
Storyteller
Wise
Old
Woman
Priestess
Supplicant
Wizard
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Greek and Roman
Gods and Goddesses
Gods
and
Goddesses
may
have
excellent
resources.
This
is
a
list
of
the
most
important
with
their
Greek
name
first,
followed
by
their
Roman
name.
Of
course
you
or
your
client
may
resonate
with
a
God
or
Goddess
from
another
culture.
Zeus/Jupiter
was
the
most
powerful
of
the
gods.
Should
he
have
to
bring
order,
he
would
hurl
a
thunderbolt.
Hera/Juno
was
the
wife
of
Zeus,
and
thus,
the
Queen.
Hera
was
the
goddess
of
marriage,
children,
and
the
home
Poseidon/Neptune
the
lord
of
the
sea,
was
the
brother
of
Zeus
Hades/Pluto
another
brother
of
Zeus,
was
the
lord
of
the
underworld.
Ares/Mars,
Zeus'
son,
was
the
god
of
war
or
the
warrior
god.
Hermes/Mercury
was
Zeus'
son
and
the
messenger
of
the
gods.
Hermes
was
noted
for
his
pranks
as
well
as
for
his
speed.
Apollo/Apollo
was
Zeus'
son
and
god
of
the
sun,
light
and
music.
Artemis/Diana
was
goddess
of
the
hunt
Athena/Minerva
for
whom
Athens
was
named,
was
the
goddess
of
wisdom.
Hestia/Vesta
was
the
goddess
of
hearth
and
home,
and
Hera's
sister
Demeter
was
the
goddess
of
the
harvest,
and
Hera's
other
sister.
Persephone
was
Demeter's
daughter,
and
the
Greek's
reasons
for
the
seasons.
Aphrodite/Venus
was
the
goddess
of
love
and
beauty
Hephaestus/Vulcan
was
the
son
of
Zeus
and
Hera,
god
of
fire
and
forge,
and
the
husband
of
Aphrodite.
Pandora
was
the
very
first
woman,
formed
out
of
clay
by
the
gods.
Zeus
ordered
Hephaestus
to
create
her.
Then
Zeus
sent
Pandora
down
to
earth
to
marry
Epimetheus.
Heracles/Hercules
was
another
of
Zeus'
sons.
He
was
half
man,
half
god,
and
very
strong.
Eros/Cupid
was
the
god
of
love.
He
had
a
bow
and
arrow
to
shoot
people
and
make
them
fall
in
love.
Orpheus
was
the
son
of
Apollo
and
Calliope.
He
was
the
most
famous
musician
in
all
of
Greece.
The
story
of
Eurydice
and
Orpheus
is
a
famous
love
story.
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Animal Archetypes From
Chinese Astrology
Please
note
that
some
of
the
meanings
attributed
to
these
animals
maybe
cultural
rather
than
Archetypal.
As
with
all
of
the
Archetypes
ensure
the
client
chooses
an
Archetype
that
has
a
particular
meaning
to
them,
is
ecological
and
useful
in
solving
the
problem.
Rat:
Essentially
charming.
Compassionate.
Renowned
for
thrift
and
love
of
family,
at
times
rather
superficial.
Ox:
Calm,
patient,
studied
character.
Takes
things
slow,
steady
pace.
At
times
rather
dictatorial.
Always
industrious.
Tiger:
Very
warm,
loving.
Independent
minded.
Pays
scant
regard
for
other's
feelings
while
pursuing
fun
and
freedom.
Rabbit:
Also
know
as
the
Cat
or
Hare.
Very
sensitive
soul.
Loves
spending
time
at
home.
Although
quiet
and
discreet,
still
ambitious.
Self‐indulgent.
Dragon:
Charismatic
and
colorful.
Wants
to
be
center
of
attention.
Very
arrogant.
Snake:
High
moral
principles,
mostly
when
applied
to
other.
Sophisticated
and
charming.
More
than
meets
the
eye.
Horse:
Confident
and
proud.
Prone
to
erratic
behavior.
Heart
is
in
right
place.
Scatty.
Goat:
Sensitive,
creative
and
multitalented.
Eccentric.
Much
Fortitude.
Loves
to
be
loved,
hates
to
be
pushed.
Monkey:
Wily
and
cunning.
Ignores
regimented
rules.
Free
spirit.
Rooster:
Brave
and
enthusiastic.
Notoriously
picky.
Highly
intelligent.
Rarely
has
wool
pulled
over
its
eyes.
Dog:
Honest,
loyal,
sincere.
Believes
in
justice
for
all.
Fights
for
principles.
Sometimes
bad
tempered,
self‐
righteous.
Boar:
Will
do
anything
for
anybody.
Model
of
sincerity
and
honor.
Occasionally
fits
of
rage.
Self‐
sacrificing
and
altruistic
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Totem Animal Archetypes
Please
note
that
some
of
the
meanings
attributed
to
these
animals
maybe
cultural
rather
than
Archetypal.
As
with
all
of
the
Archetypes
ensure
the
client
chooses
an
Archetype
that
has
a
particular
meaning
to
them,
is
ecological
and
useful
in
solving
the
problem.
Ant - Industrious.
Horse - Freedom
Badger - Courage.
Hummingbird - Fierce warrior, jewel
of the gods, whose feathers bear love
magic. Pleasure.
Bear - Watcher, guardian of the world,
giver of great strength of body, courage
and power of will.
Lion - Emblem of royalty, symbol of
the Sun. Courageous guardian protector
Buffalo - Possesses great strength.
Lizard - Vision
Cat - It is a good hunter and very
independent.
Coyote - It is a crazy trickster bearing
tidings of sacred mischief.
Lynx - Keeper of secrets.
Mouse - It has an eye for details.
Crow - Justice.
Owl - Wise watcher in the night, fateseer, riddler, Silence.
Deer - Compassion
Panther - A good protective animal.
Dog - Loyalty.
Puma - Shaman's companion on
journeys to the other worlds; spirit of
grace and silent power.
Dolphin - Wise and happy, able to
explore the great depths of emotions,
friend to lovers of the sea.
Dragonfly - It can tell you how to
break through illusions and how to gain
power through dreams. It teaches
higher aspirations. Imagination
Rabbit - Fertility
Raven - trickster, wise in oracles and
omens, messenger and watcher for the
gods. Mystery.
Snake - Transformation.
Dragon - It is fiery, rich and knows the
answers to many riddles.
Eagle - Rising, his cry thrills the brave
and panic the faint-hearted.
Stag - Lord of the forest, masculine
power of regeneration, giver of bounty,
beauty and mystical signs.
Swan - Guide into dreamtime.
Fish - Graceful.
Hawk - All-seeing, soaring on the
breast of the wind. Observation.
Wolf - Pathfinder for the human spirit;
heart of the wildness of the world,
knowledge.
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