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The Mythological and Archetypal Framework of Crisis and Transformation
Throughout the conversation, mythological imagery like Jonah and the whale or the chaos lurking beneath order serves as metaphors for psychological crises. These symbols illustrate how the unconscious forces—akin to monsters or predators—emerge from the depths, challenging our sense of stability.
When facing setbacks like poor grades or personal failures, individuals often enter a chaotic domain where core assumptions about their identity are questioned. The process of overcoming these crises involves integrating unconscious parts of oneself, much like defeating the evil queen to establish genuine relationships, whether with others or oneself.