Calm, soulful and intuitive – the Mystic Archetype is a very grounding person to be around.

She is a quiet soul and can be often found among introverts. “Still waters run deep” perfectly captures the essence of this Feminine Archetype, sometimes also known as the Priestess.

Common Characteristics of the Mystic Archetype

Before we get to the juicy bits, let me share a quick overview of the Mystic Archetype with you – this already helps to get an idea of her main characteristics.

Deepest desire: Inner peace

Goal: Living a meaningful life

Deepest fear: Feeling disconnected and out of control

Signature move: Withdraws from the outer world into her inner safe space

Hidden talent: Slow living

The Mystic Archetype is very inward-focused. Out of all 7 Feminine Archetypes, she is the most spiritually inclined – she loves exploring and getting in touch with her inner world.
The Mystic knows how to create a home within herself. Especially when she perceives a lack of balance, she dedicates her energy to creating harmony within herself and her surroundings. 
Inner peace is her #1 priority. The Mystic has high levels of self-awareness and walks mindfully through life. That being said, she can be a little bit of a homebody and it would be no surprise to find her living in a tiny cottage in the countryside.
Her intuitiveness gives her insight into other people‘s actions, yet she prefers to remain in the background. While she may often be overlooked, she actually has a lot to contribute to a conversation when the topic is up her alley.
However, the Mystic Archetype does not like to waste time on superficial small talk. She is the perfect person to have deep conversations with. She especially enjoys them when she gets to learn something new about herself or is helping another person with her spiritual insight.
Her calm, reassuring presence can help to ground those around her and when her loved ones are in distress, the Mystic is a rock to hold onto.
Rituals can be very important for the Priestess and she finds inner peace in simple, everyday actions. While doing so, she does not mind spending time on her own – she is her own best friend. At times, she may feel more comfortable among animals than people.
The Mystic is not attached to the material world or emotions – her priority is finding meaning in what she does and living a wholesome life. Her path can be quite unique since she is deeply in touch with her soul’s calling – she pursues her own path with vision and passion.
Her serenity and warmth can make her very magnetic, even though she might not be aware of it herself. She often radiates an aura of profound wisdom and „old soul“ energy.

The Mystic Archetype‘s Shadow and Weaknesses

Your light and your dark are two sides of the same coin – one cannot exist without the other. Let‘s get to know the Mystic Archetype‘s shadow.

Is the term "shadow" new for you? Basically it refers to the ‚dark‘ side of the human psyche, often hiding in shame, trauma, and fear.
The Mystic‘s connection to the inner world can be a source of great strength, however, when taken too far, she potentially could lose touch with reality. It is important for her to stay grounded in order to not withdraw from ‚real life‘ too far or become emotionally detached.
Socially, the Mystic in her shadow may struggle with her introversion. Since this archetype tends to be not very assertive, she may feel overlooked or miss the opportunity to speak her mind – business meetings are the kind of stuff her nightmares are made out of.
In consequence, she is at risk of isolating herself more than what is healthy when she feels like she does not truly belong. Especially in large groups, she struggles to find her place.
The Mystic typically has a small, intimate circle of friends. However, if she does not learn how to express her feelings and take steps toward others, she might end up feeling rather lonely due to her inability to connect with others as deeply as with herself.
Despite appreciating solitude and not necessarily wanting to fit in, the Mystic can at times feel a little misfit in today‘s society and overwhelmed by the hectic pace of modern life.
Personally, I love journaling as a practice to explore the deeper aspects of myself. If you’re a Mystic just like me, here is a set of questions that might be particularly helpful for you:

  • Which rituals help me to find balance?

  • How do I want to show up today?

  • Which part of my life needs more attention?

  • What are my values?

  • How can I counterbalance my tendency to self-isolate?

  • Do I contribute to my feelings of loneliness? Are they justified?

  • In which moments could I speak up more?

  • What makes me feel connected to myself?