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PubMed1991

[Unusual, supernatural presentations of birth in mythology and legends].

Although a multitude of differently motivated explanations have been brought forth in connection with legendary and pictorial representations of unusual--mostly extragenital-birth, an attempt is made to demonstrate certain common features by means of numerous examples. A hero or a god was not supposed to be born naturally ("naturally" being synonymous with "unclean", "contaminated"); his birth had to take place in an extravagant manner and was thus an attribute of immortality. Proof of this, for example, is the creation of Adam and Eve in Genesis. Special attention is given to the biphasic character of creation of life: 1. the lifeless figure, and 2. the act of animation, of coming to life. A large variety of comparisons from legends, myths and tales are exemplified by means of illustrations, such as e.g. the birth of the Buddha, Mithras, Athena, Dionysos, Adonis etc.

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PubMed2004

What are symbols symbols of? Situated action, mythological bootstrapping and the emergence of the Self.

This paper addresses the question of how symbols should be understood in analytical psychology and psychoanalysis. The point of view examined focuses on the recent turn to more cognitive and developmental models in both disciplines and briefly reviews and critiques the evolutionary and cognitive arguments. The paper then presents an argument based on dynamic systems theory in which no pre-existing template or structure for either mind or behaviour is assumed. Within the dynamic systems model the Self is viewed as an emergent phenomenon deriving from the dynamic patterns existing in a complex system that includes the physiological characteristics of the infant, the intentional attributions of the caregiver and the cultural or symbolic resources that constitute the environment. The symbol can then be seen as a discrete, and in important ways an autonomous, element in the dynamic system. Conclusions are drawn for further research into the nature of the symbol with implications for both theory and practice in analytical psychology and psychoanalysis.

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PubMed2000

[Female constitution--mythologic, historical and developmental psychological aspects].

Our constitution is given to us by predisposition. It always reflects our psychological dimension; and it can vary during different phases in our lives. Myths are collectively shared fantasies that contribute to the psychological stability of both individuals and society. The Antigone myth is regarded as one of the rare examples of an independent female protagonist. The historical context is important for the comprehension of psychosomatic symptoms surfacing in women and men which manifest themselves according to valid medical paradigms and historical background. Nowadays, the phase of puberty and adolescence represents a prolongation of social adolescence implying a possibility of an individual to go through these changes in his or her own rhythm. These chances and possibilities allow young females to develop a stable female identity and an ability to experience sexuality. In this phase, girls are still confronted with the conflict between professional career and performance as self-definition on the one hand and family commitment and maternity on the other. This tightrope walk between male and female roles can lead to specific wounds in women and even in some circumstances to psychosomatic illnesses.

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