THE ARCHIVE: Interpretation of the Detective (63)

The Detective

QUESTIONING, INQUIRY, UNDERSTANDING

Internal Motivator:

“I will find the answer!”

Positive Attributes:

Always ready to solve a problem

Ability to re-evaluate a conclusion

Amazing at pattern recognition

Achilles Heel:

Can seem hesitant or uncertain before he has the answer

Tendency to be skeptical or suspicious

Prefers to understand the world through logic

WHO IS THIS ARCHETYPE?

The Detective uses curiosity and inquiry to continuously get closer to the truth of things. He has an insatiable hunger to find answers.

The Detective uses both logic and abstract thinking. He enjoys the game of discovery, and he knows that life is a mystery to be lived and not just experienced in the mind. Truth is something that cannot be pinned down. It’s a process and the doubt that sparks the seeking is as important as the revelation of truth.

Truth is with us along the whole journey. It’s always present even when we aren’t aware of it. The Detective loves the story from the beginning to end. His quest is truth and he enjoys the ride.