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great mother

Definition:

The Great Mother archetype represents nurturing, fertility, creation, and destruction. It is a universal symbol of life-giving and life-taking forces, often appearing in myths, dreams, or personal imagery as a maternal figure.

Example:

Working with the Great Mother archetype helps clients explore their relationship with nurturing and dependency, as well as feelings of abandonment or suffocation. For example, a dream of a protective maternal figure may reflect the need for self-care or emotional support.

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