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IDENTIFICATION
Archetypes are not only activated because people recognise
them in certain situations, but also in certain persons. This
explains why people can be inspired by strong characters in films
and by famous persons. People unconsciously recognise the
archetypal patterns that they themselves aspire to and admire.
It is Robin Hood who stands up for the poor by stealing from the
rich, it is the Godfather who is the powerful ruler and master, it
i$ Pablo Picasso who creates gorgeous works of art, it is
Ronaldinho who like a magician of the ball outsmarts his
opponents, it is the royai Princess Diana who helps the poor and
it is Lance Armstrong who overcomes a deadly illness to win the
Tour de France seven times in succession. Their strong identity
makes it possible for them to persevere and to realise their goals
and ideals, making them classic examples to many people.
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