Carl Jung defined the term "instinct" as. A. the ability to fuse one's identity with that of another person without a fear of losing it. B. an irrational function that involves perception of elementary data that are beyond an individual's awareness. C. an unconscious physical impulse toward action.
The contents of the collective unconscious are called archetypes. Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation. 2. List and briefly describe Carl Jung's most important archetypes. Answer:
The personal unconscious in Jungian theory is comparable to the unconscious in Freudian theory. It is a storehouse for repressed memories. The contents of the personal unconscious are called complexes, or emotionally tinged ideas that spring from personal experiences.
The hero is also symbolic of ancient humanity conquering darkness and achieving consciousness. H. The self is an all-inclusive archetype that includes all aspects of personality, both conscious and unconscious. The self is manifested by our quest for perfection, completion, and self-realization.