The 12 shapes a dream may take
Jung called them archetypes: recurring narrative figures the dreaming mind reaches for. Tap one to read what it tends to ask of the dreamer.
The Self
The dream's quiet centre.
Wholeness, integration, becoming who you are.
Read moreThe Shadow
The half-recognised face.
Repressed fears, shame, anger, hidden parts of yourself.
Read moreThe Persona
The face the world sees.
Social mask, identity, how others see you.
Read moreThe Anima/Animus
The inner counterpart.
Inner feminine / masculine energy, emotional or relational counterpart.
Read moreThe Child
Newness asking to be held.
Innocence, vulnerability, new beginnings.
Read moreThe Wise Guide
The one who knows.
Inner wisdom, mentor, intuition, spiritual guidance.
Read moreThe Mother
Held and holding.
Nurture, protection, dependence, emotional safety.
Read moreThe Father
The line, named.
Authority, structure, discipline, judgment.
Read moreThe Hero
The setting out.
Courage, struggle, growth, facing challenges.
Read moreThe Trickster
The disruption that frees.
Chaos, humour, disruption, hidden truth.
Read moreThe Lover
The wanting that opens.
Desire, intimacy, attachment, longing.
Read moreDeath/Rebirth
The crossing through.
Endings, transformation, transition, renewal.
Read moreWhich archetype is in your dream?
Read your own dream through its archetype, symbols, and emotional pattern.