| Fairy tales can be an important tool in depth psychology. Utilizing the fairy tale of The Twelve Months and a hermeneutic methodology, this thesis delves into the transformation of the animus within the process of individuation. Deep within the fairy tale lies the essence of human nature. By studying the truth of one's soul through the fairy tale, one can stay in contact with one's inner depths.;This thesis draws on a simple fairy tale and the author's own personal culture and experiences to explore the dimensions of the animus and its role in the individuation process. The literature reviews the history and culture of women's roles in Czechoslovakia. In addition, it reviews the concept of the animus, its formation, function, and stages of development along with the positive and negative aspects. It also reviews the individuation process and Marie-Louise von Franz's (1996) method of interpreting a fairy tale. |
