We will always have war

We still prefer our men to be tough protectors—knights, heroes, and warriors—which is why we will always have war. We will always have war because we will always have women that want to send the warrior off. We will always have women who love the warrior. And we will always have men who want to feel brotherly love toward other men. And the only place they feel safe doing it is in the military. That dynamic goes all the way back to ancient Greece and Rome. Therefore, we will always have war. That is archetypal: never leave your brother behind.

We are in the midst of profound change, and during times like these, the capacity to see symbolically becomes essential. Archetypal awareness isn’t just an interesting framework—it’s an inner tool. Some tools are external; this one is cultivated within. Developing the ability to perceive clearly, symbolically, and intuitively strengthens your vision and steadies you in uncertain times.

Please enjoy this session from my live workshop “Exploring the Power of Your Archetypes,” from 2013.  If you’d like to see the rest of this workshop – you can click here to learn more »

In this workshop, we’ll step into the world of archetypes, beginning with a clear and grounded definition so we share a common language. From there, we’ll explore why this subject matters—especially now. Why learn the language of archetypes? What changes when you begin to see your life through this lens? Together, we’ll look at how archetypal patterns shape perception, identity, and the stories we tell about ourselves—and how recognizing those patterns can quietly, but powerfully, shift the way you move through your life.