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The 4 Archetypes of Self-Mastery: King | Warrior | Magician | Lover

If you are on a path to self-mastery, these 4 archetypes will help you reach your potential. 

The concept of archetypes was first introduced by the Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung.

Archetypes are universal models of people, behaviors, or personalities that play a role in influencing human behavior. 

There are many different archetypes. Inside this blog, I am going to focus on 4 – King, Warrior, Magician, and Lover.

I'm going to explain the characteristics of each of these archetypes. Moreover, I will offer suggestions about how you can develop them on a deeper level.

If you're curious how you can expand your consciousness using these 4 Jungian archetypes, keep reading! 

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Archetypes are catalysts for self-actualization.

Carl Jung was the first person to classify archetypes as a psychological tool. He believed that the collective unconscious is comprised of archetypes.

By understanding the attributes of the King, Warrior, Magician, and Lover archetypes you can tap into your unconscious mind. As a result, you will be able to expand your awareness and improve the quality of your life.

As I talk about the 4 archetypes, I want you to think about which ones you relate with the most. Similarly, reflect upon which archetype is the most underdeveloped that you would like to work on.

If you want to learn more about Carl Jung and Jungian psychology, I highly recommend that you read his book, The Archetypes and the Collective Unconscious. On that note, let's dive into Jung's 4 archetypes for self-mastery!

1. Warrior 

The Warrior is the archetype of action and strength. He/she lives from a place of integrity and honor. The Warrior can grind, hustle and execute. Challenges are seen as opportunities to grow and build unshakable courage. The Warrior will sacrifice him or herself for the greater good.

This energy exists within all of us. However, some people have yet to cultivate it. The best way to develop this energy is by following through on everything that you say you will do, regardless of how you feel. Self-discipline is key.

Developing empowering rituals and habits will help you stay focused and disciplined. For example, every day I take an ice-cold shower. It's not something that I like to do.

However, I do it because it helps me feel like a Warrior. Make it a priority to do something every single day that challenges you and watch your mindset shift.

2. King/Queen

This archetype brings order to chaos. The King or Queen are leaders. They have a grand vision for their lives, their community, and the world at large. Whereas the Warrior can be stubborn and have a fixed mindset, the King or Queen is open to making adjustments to their game plan.

Oftentimes, Kings and Queens will seek out mentors to guide them in the right direction. They realize that this is an intelligent way to achieve what it is that they want in life.

They are always looking for a more efficient and intelligent way to achieve their outcomes. Having a vision for your life and setting short-term and long-term goals are powerful ways to cultivate this archetype within yourself.

3. Magician 

The Magician archetype is synonymous with wisdom and intuition. The Magician believes that he/she can achieve results through manifestation and the Law of Attraction. They are visionaries and creators. Thus, they don't rely on logic or rationality to achieve success.

In their eyes, anything is possible. As such, the Magician is always looking for new and innovative ways to find solutions to problems. A great way to cultivate the Magician inside of you is through practicing things like meditation, prayer, or visualization exercises.

Experimenting with psychedelics, like Ayahuasca, has helped me access my inner Magician. Plant medicine has allowed me to tap into my unconscious mind and gain new perspectives. More importantly, it's given me a safe container to heal and let go of past trauma.

4. Lover

This archetype embodies connection and love. The Lover loves themselves and others unconditionally. He/she is focused on creating meaningful relationships with others. The Lover helps to relax the Warrior.

If you're always living in a Warrior state of mind, you'll be in a 24/7 “doing” mode. Living in this state can get very overwhelming.

The Lover helps the Warrior shift into “being” mode. This is a state of present-moment awareness and relaxation. The best way to cultivate Lover energy is to engage in self-love practices that allow you to nourish your mind, body, and spirit. 

Archetype Self-Reflection Exercise

The next time that you're experiencing a challenge, use these 4 archetypes as if they were a board of advisors. Embody the energy that each archetype would exude.

When you're in these states, ask each archetype what action(s) they would advise you to take. This is how each of the archetypes may respond through you:

King Archetype – “Take a step back and come up with a new plan. Consult with others and seek out their wisdom first so that you can make a more intelligent decision.” 

Warrior Archetype – “It's time to raise your standards, push yourself and take massive action. Cultivate daily rituals that help you build willpower and self-discipline.

Magician Archetype – “You need to stop overthinking about your challenges. Don't get so attached to the result. If you show up for yourself, the Universe will show up for you. Life is magic, so trust that unfolding. Everything is going to work out.”

Lover Archetype – “Relax, have fun, play, and stop taking life so seriously. Love yourself, love others, and love your Creator.”

These are the 4 archetypes of self-mastery.

They provide us with a powerful way to make sense of the inner workings of our minds. When you bring more awareness to your unconscious mind and balance that with your conscious mind, you begin the journey towards self-actualization.

So… which archetype do you lead with, and which archetype do you need to cultivate? You have the power to expand your consciousness. Connect with your inner self and stay open to new possibilities.

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