What's My Archetype?

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Ever heard of the 12 archetypes? They’re models of behavior and beliefs that cover a wide spectrum of personality types.

So, which archetype best fits your personality? You might be the noble Hero, the kind Caretaker, or the empowered Magician, for example. Answer a few questions and we’ll assign you a Jungian archetype—which may in turn help you better understand yourself. Ready? Let’s get started!

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Questions Overview

1. What brings you the most fulfillment in life?
  1. Relationships
  2. Adventures
  3. Learning
  4. Helping people
  5. Working hard
  6. Self-improvement
2. You enter a cave, only to find it’s the lair of an angry dragon. What do you do?
  1. Fight it
  2. Outsmart it
  3. Tame it
  4. Study it
  5. Care for it
  6. Run away
3. Which of these things is easiest for you to do?
  1. Making friends
  2. Being funny
  3. Cheering people up
  4. Giving advice
  5. Being a leader
  6. Taking risks
4. Which of the following words best describes you?
  1. Passionate
  2. Charismatic
  3. Independent
  4. Kind-hearted
  5. Intelligent
  6. Creative
5. You’re assigned to a group project. What are you doing?
  1. Taking charge
  2. Brainstorming ideas
  3. Quietly observing the others
  4. Helping however I can
  5. Doing intensive research
  6. Zoning out, daydreaming
6. My worst trait is that I can be:
  1. Cocky
  2. Insecure
  3. Selfish
  4. Reckless
  5. Stubborn
  6. Uncommunicative
7. What would you find the most upsetting?
  1. Losing a friend
  2. Feeling insignificant
  3. Hurting someone’s feelings
  4. Failing at a task
  5. Feeling ordinary
  6. Being ignorant
8. How do you calm down when you’re angry?
  1. Spend time alone
  2. Talk to a friend
  3. Distract myself
  4. Analyze the issue
  5. Exercise
  6. Confront the issue
9. What trait do you value most in other people?
  1. Confidence
  2. Kindness
  3. Honesty
  4. Loyalty
  5. Humbleness
  6. Humor
10. Which of these is most important to you?
  1. Relationships
  2. Beliefs
  3. Decisions
  4. Skills
  5. Moral compass
  6. All of these
11. If I could improve one thing about myself, I’d try to be more ______:
  1. Perceptive
  2. Easygoing
  3. Knowledgable
  4. Ambitious
  5. Free-spirited
  6. Open-minded
12. Which job sounds the best to you?
  1. Designer
  2. Politician
  3. Doctor
  4. Travel blogger
  5. Professor
  6. Comedian

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A Closer Look at Jungian Archetypes

Psychoanalyst and psychiatrist Carl Jung is responsible for creating his theory of the 12 Jungian archetypes (though the concept of archetypes in general originates from Ancient Greece). Jung believed that his 12 fundamental archetypes reflect core aspects of the human experience, and that everyone embodies them to an extent. He believed these archetypes shape people’s behavior, decisions, and personalities.

Jung also defined 4 core values, or cardinal orientations: ego (the desire to leave a mark on the world), order (your desire to provide the world with structure), social (your drive to connect with other people), and freedom (the need to embark on your own spiritual journey). Each archetype primarily falls under one of these orientations, emphasizing a different aspect of them.

The 12 archetypes are:

The Innocent

  • Core traits: Kind, optimistic, and trusting
  • Cardinal orientation: Freedom (Safety)
  • Goal: To be happy and free
  • Strategy: Using trust and optimism to do things the right way
  • Also known as: The Child, the Dreamer, the Youth, the Utopian, the Traditionalist
  • Examples: Jason Mendoza (The Good Place), Andy Dwyer (Parks & Recreation), Buddy the Elf (Elf), and Grogu (The Mandalorian)

The Everyman

  • Core traits: Kind, optimistic, and trusting
  • Cardinal orientation: Social (Belonging)
  • Goal: To connect with people and feel like they belong
  • Strategy: Being down-to-earth and using empathy to relate to others
  • Also known as: The Common Person, the Realist, the Person Next Door, the Good Neighbor
  • Examples: Bilbo Baggins (The Hobbit), Ron Weasley (Harry Potter), Anastasia (Anastasia), Leslie Knope (Parks & Recreation)

The Hero

  • Core traits: Courageous, strong, and honorable
  • Cardinal orientation: Ego (Mastery)
  • Goal: To prove their worth through impressive feats and acts of bravery
  • Strategy: Being as strong and competent as possible
  • Also known as: The Warrior, the Crusader, the Rescuer, the Superhero, the Soldier
  • Examples: Joan of Arc, Frodo Baggins (The Lord of the Rings), Harry Potter, Captain Marvel (Marvel Cinematic Universe), Mulan (Mulan), Odysseus (The Odyssey)

The Caregiver

  • Core traits: Compassionate, selfless, and loyal
  • Cardinal orientation: Order (Service)
  • Goal: To protect, care for, and support other people
  • Strategy: Doing things for people whenever possible and looking for ways to be of service
  • Also known as: The Saint, the Altruist, the Parent, the Helper, the Supporter
  • Examples: Mary Poppins, Hagrid (Harry Potter), Samwise Gamgee (The Lord of the Rings), Charlotte (Charlotte’s Web)

The Explorer

  • Core traits: Independent, adventurous, and curious
  • Cardinal orientation: Freedom
  • Goal: To explore the world and discover who they are
  • Strategy: Maintaining their independence while seeking out new experiences and opportunities to travel
  • Also known as: The Seeker, the Wanderer, the Pilgrim
  • Examples: Ariel (The Little Mermaid), Moana (Moana), Jasmine (Aladdin), Star-Lord (Marvel Cinematic Universe), and Captain Kirk (Star Trek)

The Rebel

  • Core traits: Resourceful, nonconforming, and inspiring
  • Cardinal orientation: Ego (Liberation)
  • Goal: To lead revolution or change in society while being their authentic selves
  • Strategy: Finding ways to disrupt society or shock people, changing their perspectives
  • Also known as: The Outlaw, the Eevolutionary, the Misfit, the Iconoclast
  • Examples: Robin Hood (Robin Hood), Han Solo (Star Wars), and Katniss Everdeen (The Hunger Games)

The Lover

  • Core traits: Devoted, caring, and protective
  • Cardinal orientation: Social (Intimacy)
  • Goal: To find intimacy and connection with others
  • Strategy: Becoming attractive to other people, both physically and emotionally
  • Also known as: The Partner, the Friend, the Enthusiast, the Sensualist, the Spouse, the Team-builder
  • Examples: Princess Anna (Frozen), Luna Lovegood (Harry Potter), Belle (Beauty and the Beast), and Edward Cullen (Twilight)

The Artist

  • Core traits: Imaginative, driven, and strong-willed
  • Cardinal orientation: Order (Innovation)
  • Goal: To create things with lasting value
  • Strategy: Improving their work by developing their skills and artistic control
  • Also known as: The Creator, the Inventor, the Innovator, the Musician, the Writer
  • Examples: Zeus, God, Dr. Victor Frankenstein (Frankenstein), Alexander Hamilton (Hamilton), and Wednesday Addams (The Addams Family)

The Jester

  • Core traits: Fun-loving, likable, and insightful
  • Cardinal orientation: Social (Pleasure)
  • Goal: To enjoy life, embracing fun and humor
  • Strategy: Making time to play, joke around, and be funny
  • Also known as: The Fool, the Trickster, the Joker, the Comedian
  • Examples: Harley Quinn (DC Comics), R2D2 and C-3PO (Star Wars), Dory (Finding Nemo), ‍Peik Lin (Crazy Rich Asians), and ‍Eleanor Shellstrop (The Good Place)

The Sage

  • Core traits: Wise, rational, and patient
  • Cardinal orientation: Freedom (Knowledge)
  • Goal: To uncover the truth and understand the world
  • Strategy: Seeking knowledge and information through both external experiences and introspection
  • Also known as: The Expert, the Scholar, the Detective, the Advisor, the Thinker, the Philosopher
  • Examples: Professor McGonagall and Dumbledore (Harry Potter), Gandalf (The Lord of the Rings), The Oracle (The Matrix), and Obi-Wan Kenobi (Star Wars)

The Magician

  • Core traits: Intelligent, powerful, and clever
  • Cardinal orientation: Ego (Power)
  • Goal: To make dreams come true
  • Strategy: Developing a vision for life, find ways to live by it, and find win-win solutions to help change the world
  • Also known as: The Visionary, the Catalyst, the Charismatic Leader, the Shaman
  • Examples: Hermoine Granger (Harry Potter), Doctor Strange (Marvel Cinematic Universe), Regina George (Mean Girls), and Sherlock Holmes (Sherlock Holmes)

The Ruler

  • Core traits: Charismatic, authoritative, and responsible
  • Cardinal orientation: Order (Control)
  • Goal: To create prosperity through their authority or control
  • Strategy: Exercising their power and leadership to influence and inspire others
  • Also known as: The Boss, the Leader, the Aristocrat, the King, the Queen, the Politician, the Role Model, the Manager
  • Examples: Mufasa (The Lion King), Peter Pan (Peter Pan), King Arthur, and The Queen of Hearts (Alice in Wonderland)

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