Each type has an unconscious, shadow type. Sometimes, especially when afforded a sense of comfort or anonymity, the shadow type takes over. Although types like the hedonist may seem far darker than the healer, this doesn’t mean that either type is inherently good or bad. All types may be considered bad when they rule over the unconscious.
There’s no quick fix when dealing with the urges of the unconscious. It can disrupt the primary type and leave guilt in its wake at any moment. A change in circumstances can help temporarily. Surrounding yourself with judgemental, intently observant people may prevent you from doing anything untoward. However, the unconscious is just as cunning as the conscious mind. We quickly overcome any obstacle that prevents the satisfaction of unconscious desires.
Gambler (shadow of the healer)
The healer can become increasingly reckless and indulge in risky behaviour when no encouraging progress is being made in the world around them. They begin to trivialise the concerns of others and focus more on pleasure. Subsequently, they take even larger risks and may begin to feel invincible.
Provocateur (shadow of the guardian)
The guardian type may become Machiavellian when they lose sight of the good in the world. They seek a sense of power that leads to obsessions and dark curiosities. This sense of power can cause the guardian to feel entitled. They may become overly demanding when trying to get their unconscious needs met.
Hedonist (shadow of the sage)
The sage may become obsessive and develop strange fantasies when their sense of self-belief is threatened or weakened. This may lead to plotting and Machiavellianism in attempt to manifest these fantasies. This is often accompanied by a sense of paranoia and inexplicable fears.
Warrior (shadow of the seeker)
The seeker can become needlessly harsh and judgemental when their self-worth is in jeopardy. This can cause them to lash out recklessly at themselves and others. They may then become overly afraid of things that are unfamiliar or that they are unable to cynically explain away.
Healer (shadow of the gambler)
The gambler may become increasingly paranoid when what they believe to be true about the world around them is challenged. They may become numb to the suffering of others and obsess over vindictive plots. This is justified as a desire to restore good to the world by purging what is wrong.
Guardian (shadow of the provocateur)
The provocateur will become increasingly afraid of new ideas and suggestions when their own ideas are challenged. This causes them to become secluded and doubt the value of other perspectives. It is followed by a strong attachment to their current sources of pleasure and can cause them to get “stuck in a rut”.
Seeker (shadow of the warrior)
The warrior may become proud and complacent when they are cut off from the world at large. This may manifest as delusions that paint a desirable picture of their undesirable circumstances. They may become increasingly Machiavellian and inventive within their small worlds so as to uphold these beliefs.
Sage (shadow of the hedonist)
The hedonist will become grandiose and entitled when they are cut off from their familiar sources of pleasure. Everything around them begins to seem ugly which leads them to a sense of despair. They may then become reckless, desperate and take greater risks in an attempt to win back what they have lost.
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