Once you know about them, you can’t un-see them! Archetypes Once you know about them, you can’t un-see them!
Definition Archetype: A recurring symbol in literature, art, or mythology; recognizable in many times and cultures
Water The mystery of creation Birth/death Resurrection/purification Fertility and growth Rain = grace, growth, restoration of life, sorrow
Fire Creativity Passion Purification Judgment
Light Intellect Grace Goodness or purity
Wind Soul Spirit Inspiration
Fog Uncertainty Confusion
Ice, Snow Rigidity Death Lack of feeling or emotion
Fall Aging Failing health
Winter Old age Death
Spring Rebirth Youthfulness Energy
Colors Black/Darkness: chaos, death, the unconscious, evil, sadness or depression Red: blood sacrifice; violent passion, disorder, love Green: growth, sensation/feeling, hope White: purity, innocence Yellow: corruption Purple: royalty Blue: truth
Where have you seen these archetypes in literature or movies? Water Fall Fire Winter Light Spring Wind Colors Fog Ice, snow