Medical Carl Jung on Archetypes: Inborn or Taught?

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The discussion centers on the nature of archetypes as described by Carl Jung, specifically whether they are innate or learned through cultural storytelling. One participant questions the apparent contradiction in Jung's theory, suggesting that archetypes may be both part of the Collective Unconscious and shaped by life experiences from birth. Another contributor posits that Jungian archetypes emerge from environmental influences, indicating that genetic predispositions also play a role in their development. The conversation highlights the complexity of understanding archetypes, suggesting a blend of inherent qualities and cultural teachings.
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I was watching a video on Carl Jung and an interview with him. He said that archetypes are passed down from generation to generation by story-telling, or other cultural equivalents. My question is that I thought archetypes were supposed to be inate and that they did not require 'teaching'. So which is it? Are we born with archetypal images hardwired, or are we taught them?
 
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My impression is that the Archtetypes are part of our inherited Collective Unconscious,and also partially acquired through life experiences from our day of birth,so,please correct me if I am wrong:smile:
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I think the Jugian Archetypes are clearly born from environmental nourishment. The genetic predisposition to certain things is also a driving factor.
 
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