Characteristics of the key archetype: Authority, the ability to turn the key in your life, discernment, seeing things differently. New doors will open, bringing new opportunities. You will start to see what was previously hidden from you, thus shortening the time to reach your goals.
You will discover abilities that were previously unknown to you. And now they will be clear to you, bringing new opportunities that would have gone unnoticed before.
It’s as if you have the key to a treasure chest, as good things will now enter your life. Now the doors are open for this.
Just as it opens, it also closes doors. The key archetype will also help you identify the doors that need to be closed, the cycles that need to end, things that are no longer good in your life, such as a friendship, an abusive relationship, or even a bad job.
Shadow Side of the Key Archetype
The negative side of the key archetype can bring discomfort due to some necessary actions. For example, feeling uncomfortable about closing the doors that need to be closed.
Fear of what is new and unknown, from the doors that are opening, may have some fear or apprehension about the opportunities that will arise due to fear of what is still unknown. If you are the type of person who has difficulty stepping out of your comfort zone, this may bother you. Changes in employment and housing, for example, may cause some discomfort.
Arrogance, for thinking outside the box. This can create friction with partners or colleagues, as they may not see opportunities the same way you do. Pay attention to this. Power archetypes like this tend to generate some arrogance, after all, “Knowledge is Power” as the English philosopher Francis Bacon said.
How to Activate This Archetype
It’s very simple to create a connection with the key archetype and activate it. Use images in places you frequently access, such as on your phone or computer. You can simply print a picture of a beautiful and golden key and use it.
Here on the site, you can download an image of the key for free to use. Click here and choose yours.
Learn much more about archetypes. Read the article we’ve prepared and discover which one is ideal for this moment in your life.