09: How to Tap Into Your Archetype for a Greater Alignment to Your Purpose with Dr. Sharon Mijares

Today’s guest is the incredible Dr. Sharon Mijares! Dr. Mijares is a psychologist and world-renowned author, speaker, and teacher. She has authored and edited six books focused on psychospiritual development, women’s empowerment, breath work, and a deeper look at the human relationship from a global perspective. Her primary focus is on balancing power and beauty in order to create a happier, healthier world.

In today’s conversation, Amy and Dr. Sharon Mijares touch on a wide array of topics! They speak about tapping into archetypes for spiritual growth and a greater alignment with your purpose, how to combat your fight-or-flight response, how to deal with defensiveness (both your own and others), how to awaken your intuition, and how to continue your forward momentum when you’re feeling “soul sick” or anxious.

You do not want to miss today’s episode! The unique perspective Dr. Mijares brings with taking a look at things from a psychological and spiritual standpoint is not only incredibly beneficial for your life in general, but also for your business and entrepreneurial journey!

Tune in for Dr. Mijares’s impactful ideas and fantastic food-for-thought on the stuff that holds us back from building our business, aligning with our purpose, and manifesting what we need in life.

Key Takeaways

[:45] About today’s guest, Dr. Sharon Mijares.

[2:21] Amy welcomes Sharon to the podcast.

[2:55] Sharon gives a peek into her background and what led her to do the work she’s doing today!

[5:33] What was the next progressive action Sharon took after experiencing this impactful ‘oracle’ moment that sent her the message to forgive herself?

[6:16] When did Sharon decide to become a psychologist?

[6:56] Why do Carl Jung’s archetypes fascinate Sharon? And how did it affect and change Sharon’s life when she discovered it?

[8:46] How does Sharon work with clients in terms of helping them become aware of archetypes? And once they have that information, how does it serve them in their lives?

[12:25] How Sharon uses stories in her work and how it aids her clients in finding their own way in life.

[15:44] Sharon explains dissociation; why it can affect us, and how it can affect us.

[19:24] Why is that some of us cannot handle feedback and we go on the defensive?

[21:27] Sharon’s advice and strategies for creating forward momentum in those who find themselves overwhelmed or anxious.

[24:22] How we think affects our bodies; how our bodies affect how we think!

[29:00] Sharon shares her tips and strategies for combating our fight-or-flight response.

[34:57] Sharon’s suggestions for overcoming self-defeating thoughts.

[37:57] How can you differentiate between your flight/fear response vs. good intuition.

[39:43] How does Sharon help people awaken their intuition?

[42:10] How to start living with purpose when you’re feeling “soul-sick,” unfulfilled, or stuck.

[43:47] Sharon explains how aligning to your archetype is a good place to start for connecting to your purpose, the power to create, and for manifesting what you need in life.

[47:31] What does Sharon observe in those who are living on purpose and not succumbing to their fears?

[50:44] Talking growth mindset vs. fixed mindset and balancing archetypes.

[52:14] Sharon shares the story of her 20 seconds of insane courage!

[53:37] Where to reach Sharon online!

Key Highlights:

• Mijares gives her insight on how to tap into your archetype for spiritual growth and a greater alignment to your purpose!
• Why just being ‘nicey-nice’ just doesn’t cut it when you want to create change in your life (and others)!
• Why some of us take feedback as an attack and go on the defensive and how to overcome that!
• The practices and strategies Dr. Mijares uses for creating forward momentum in your life and business when you’re feeling overwhelmed or anxious.
• How to overcome self-defeating thoughts and negative self-talk!

Mentioned in this Episode:

• Dr. Sharon Mijares
• Carl Jung
• Caroline Myss — Archetypes
• Joseph Campbell
• Stephen Gilligan — Trance Camp
• ‘The Hero’s Journey’ — Joseph Campbell
• The Descent of Inanna into the Underworld
• Carol Dweck on Mindset
• Institute in Culture and Creation Spirituality (Founded by Matthew Fox)

Connect with my Guest!

• Dr. Sharon Mijares’s Website: Psychospiritual.com
• Social Media: Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter
• Email: Sharon.Mijares12@gmail.com