Carl Jung's Archetypes and Psychology

Hidden or suppressed aspects of ourselves, including desires and instincts that society deems immoral; a powerful archetype with deep roots. It also contains creativity and emotion.

The source of creativity, emotion, and spontaneity.

Center of consciousness that perceives, thinks, feels, and remembers. Responsible for everyday activities and controls what we are conscious of.

Mental attitude where psychic energy is directed outward toward the environment.

Mental attitude where psychic energy is directed inward toward the self.

Complex personality comprised of distinct systems that interact to form the whole.

Aspects of conscious perception & reactions, determined by the attitudes of extraversion and introversion.

One attitude (extraversion or introversion) usually becomes dominant, directing behavior and consciousness.

We are not born with a fear of snakes, but with the potential to develop fear of snakes, depending on experiences.

Universal experiences passed down through generations, expressed as recurring themes or patterns.

Universal patterns or themes representing fundamental aspects of the human experience, stemming from the collective unconscious.

The social mask or identity we present to the world, part of our unconscious.

The feminine unconscious aspect of a man.

The masculine unconscious aspect of a woman.

Focuses on the collective unconscious and archetypes as drivers of human behavior and experiences.

Focusing only on the social mask and failing to acknowledge true self, which might be harmful.

Sensing and Intuiting; they don't use logic or reasoning.

Receiving information through the five senses.

Perceiving information through hunches or beliefs.

Thinking and Feeling; involve judgment and evaluation.

Judging if something is true or false.

Evaluating experiences in terms of liking or disliking.

Eight types based on interactions of attitudes and functions (e.g., extraverted thinking).

A learned way of life, largely established by age 4-5, impacting how individuals interact with the world.

A style characterized by a controlling attitude, a lack of empathy, and sometimes aggressive behavior, leading to antisocial tendencies.

A style that seeks fulfillment through reliance on others for satisfaction, often leading to dependency.

A style that avoids challenges and problems, leading to a reluctance to take responsibility for actions, and difficulty coping with daily life.

A cooperative style that prioritizes the needs of others, demonstrating a commitment to a well-defined framework of social awareness, and the ability to cope with life.

Often displays great responsibility and organizational skills, potentially because of the initial undivided attention, and often the need to maintain that perceived authority. This can quickly shift, however, on the arrival of a sibling.

Often motivated to surpass the firstborn and may exhibit competitiveness and ambition. They likely did not have early dominance, and may be less inclined to prioritize it.

May become a 'pet' of the family as it is never dethroned. This dynamic fosters rapid development, often leading to a drive to surpass older siblings and may become high achievers.

Horney believed that social relationships, especially early childhood experiences, are crucial in shaping personality. She disagreed with Freud's emphasis on instincts and universal developmental stages.

Horney argued that people's primary motivation is not sex or aggression, but the need for security and love, particularly in the relationship with their parents.

Horney believed modern culture fosters a sense of competition, where individuals feel like rivals, leading to feelings of isolation and insecurity.

The feeling of being alone in a potentially hostile world, leading to a pervasive sense of insecurity and a longing for affection.

A defense mechanism against basic anxiety where individuals seek to secure love and affection from others, believing it will protect them from harm.

A defense mechanism against basic anxiety where individuals avoid conflict and strive to please others to avoid rejection or pain.

A defense mechanism against basic anxiety where individuals strive for success and superiority to feel safe and secure.

Horney's work challenged traditional Freudian views on women and their development, advocating for a more nuanced understanding of women's experiences and social influences.

Horney believed the male genitalia was a symbol of social power, not a biological desire for women.

Horney argued that girls, understanding they lack social power due to their gender, desire the privileges given to boys in society.

Horney was a pioneer in feminist psychology, challenging traditional psychoanalysis and offering a more gender-inclusive perspective.

Horney emphasized that cultural expectations shape the development of men and women, not inherent biological differences.

Horney disagreed with Freud's idea that girls secretly desire to be boys, instead suggesting they desire social power and privileges.

Adler's focus on social forces in personality development significantly influenced Horney's feminist psychoanalytic theory.

Adler highlighted the individual's unique path in life shaped by goals and social interactions, influencing Gordon Allport's work.