Part 8/12:
The Devouring Mother and the Dark Forces at Play
A key concept in Armani’s framework is the "devouring mother," an archetype representing chaos, corruption, and destructive nurturing. He ties this to the rise of the "dark feminine," manifesting as institutions, ideologies, and narratives that consume individuality, tradition, and morality.
He warns that current societal trends—such as the censorship of symbols like Dr. Seuss or the suppression of traditional narratives—are manifestations of this devouring archetype. The collective psyche seeks to be devoured or to devour, seeking either mastery or destruction. The societal obsession with rituals and symbols, like masks during the pandemic, represents attempts at collective symbolism—be it sacred or profane—that shape consciousness.