The Archetypal Journey of Self-Discovery

Everyone undertakes an inner journey in which archetypes—ancient symbolic roles—play a leading role. This journey often begins with the Hero, who courageously takes on challenges but is soon confronted with the Shadow, the dark sides of the psyche. The hero finds guidance from the Wise One, who offers insights for further growth.


Along the way, the Rebel may rise, challenging authority and seeking change, or the Caretaker, sacrificing himself for others. The Magician and the Creator bring transformation and creativity, while the Explorer explores new frontiers. But there are pitfalls too: the Pleaser seeking recognition, the Control Freak wanting to rule everything, and the Martyr losing himself in self-sacrifice.


These archetypes are not only found in stories and myths, but also reflect our own coping mechanisms. Imprinting in our childhood and influences from our ancestral lines shape how we deal with challenges. Some people develop healthy strategies, such as meditation or creative expression, while others fall into unhealthy patterns, such as avoidance or dependency.


The journey of self-discovery requires peeling back these layers. What remains when we let go of the masks of Hero, Shadow, or Lover? By connecting with our inner child and acknowledging the influence of our maternal and paternal wounds, we can break through deep-seated patterns and find true connection—with ourselves and with others.



The true hero in this story is not the one who overcomes, but the one who discovers himself beyond the archetypes.

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  • Archetypes

    1. The Hero

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    Now that you have an idea of the archetypes and what they are, you can also imagine that they influence your behavior, these are called coping mechanisms.

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    In times of stress or uncertainty, we often look for ways to relieve our emotions. But sometimes we resort to temptations that reassure us for a moment, but ultimately take us further away from ourselves. Think of:

  • Codependency

    Codependency is a psychological pattern in which a person places a strong emphasis on the approval or needs of others for their own self-worth. This can lead to:

  • Embrace Your Inner Child

    The greatest transformation begins when you connect with your inner child. Underneath all those layers is a version of you that wants to be heard, seen and valued. By nurturing this version of yourself, you discover that you are already whole.

  • The Reward of Balance

    When you break this pattern, you will notice that you attract more reciprocal and balanced relationships. You let go of the old pattern and create space for connections based on equality and authenticity.

  • A. Ancestral Lines: Father Wound and Mother Wound

    The first step in understanding our emotional blocks often begins with examining our ancestral lines.

  • B. The Inner Child

    When we look at the influence of our parents, we often end up with our inner child. This is the part of ourselves that was shaped by our childhood experiences, both positive and negative.

  • C. Rusted Patterns

    Once we become aware of the influence of our ancestors and our inner child, we can begin to recognize ingrained patterns.

  • D. From your Head to your Heart

    The process of healing often requires us to learn to move from our heads to our hearts. Many people live their lives from their heads, making rational decisions and suppressing or ignoring emotions.

  • Summary A, B, C and D

    The journey of healing begins with acknowledging the influence of our ancestral lines and the father and mother wounds we carry.

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