The Tension Between the Self and the Collective In Pinocchio: Learning From Archetypes as Business Owners with Paige Easter

Today, in our third episode analyzing the myths, the symbols, and the metaphors in Disney movies, we take a deeper look at the story of the wooden boy, Pinocchio. Paige joins me again to explore the novel written by the Italian journalist and writer Carlo Collodi, published entirely for the first time in 1883, right at the beginning of the second phase of the industrial revolution. As usual, we compare the original version with the one recreated by Disney, where we can observe both the adaptations made to fit the modern world and the sticky metaphors that transcended time.  We explore the story's invitation to reflect on cultural clashes, the desirable attributes an individual should aspire to have to become a contributor to society's flow, and the tension between self-centeredness and community. We also navigate the subtle difference between selfishness and self-centeredness, the negative connotation society attributes to the latter, and the fascinating way fairy tales model and shape heroic attributes and characteristics. In This Episode, You Will Learn:A quick recap of Pinocchio's journey (2:34)About the historical context of the book and how society worked back then (5:09)The tension between the individual and society. What one wants and what society expects us to want (10:41)About Pinocchio's path to coming into awareness (17:56)A closer look at the heroic ethics depicted in fairy tales (21:30)Selfishness vs. self-centeredness (25:20)Links:Business Owner Hero Type Quiz: https://lucidshiftcoaching.com/quiz/Connect with Ben and Paige:Website: https://lucidshiftcoaching.com/Lucid Shift Coaching IG: https://www.instagram.com/lucid_shift_coaching/Project Candlelight: https://airtable.com/shr5p0P2793RtRk2kThis podcast that helps business owners reduce overwhelm, beat imposter syndrome, and lead with confidence and clarity by diving into practical strategies for breaking through self-imposed ceilings, tackling the fear of not being good enough or worthy enough, and overcoming the fear of failure. Learn how to become more efficient with your day, stop procrastinating, and manage insecurity, while also mastering delegation, growing your team, and expanding your bandwidth for greater success. If you've ever felt slowed down by self-doubt, this podcast is your guide to breaking free and achieving more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.