- Transformation can mean a similar approach to [[The Creative Act]] - Transformation - Fantasy into reality - Dreams into reality - Problems to opportunities - Chaos into clarity - [[Niche of one]] - Notice things not commonly noticed - Visionary leadership - Self-aware ## Notes from Warrior, King, Magician Lover https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/1743322065 THE PRECOCIOUS CHILD - Has curiosity and wonder - Likes reading - Likes learning - Wants to find out what makes the world tick - Is introspective - Is not cynical and teaches the world what he learned SHADOWS: 1. Trickster - Mischief (innocent or devious) - Feels superior - Deceives, manipulates, charms (Loki!!) - Enjoys intimidating others with words (but is not prone to physical violence like the bully) - Points out flaws in others (King's clothes) - Envy - He loves to destroy what others build but does not like to build 2. Dummy - Uncoordinated - Naïve - Is tricky because he understands more than lets on, is a secret trickster A man who has successfully integrated the Precocious Child archetype maintains his curiosity about the world and is dedicated to lifelong learning. He allows himself to contemplate the mysteries of life and is always seeking greater knowledge. But he does not use the accumulation of this knowledge to feel superior to others nor to manipulate and deceive them. Instead, he is devoted to sharing his insights as a mentor and teacher. THE MAGICIAN MAN (evolved from the Precocious Child) - Seeks knowledge and truth - Is a master of technology - Strategist, chess player - Sharing with others, but specially with those who are worthy - Understands the deeper truths of life and the link between them - The guide, the old man that helps others (think Gandalf) SHADOWS: 1. Manipulator (evolved from the Trickster) - Withholds knowledge to retain power - Tricks others into giving them money and other benefits (think internet scammer all around) - Thinks too much and never actually lives life - Does not relate to other human beings and is void of human relationship 2. Innocent (evolved from the Dummy) - Wants power and fame but is unwilling to put in the work (want to have a pet but without the responsibility of taking care of it) - Is Lazy - Has envy and stops others also from achieving their goals To access the magician in his fullness, create more than you consume, work with your hands, find a mentor, become a mentor, create sacred space in your life, commit to lifelong learning.