In this episode of The Connected Community Podcast, host Nicky Yazbeck welcomes Shantel Ochoa, a Shamanic Reiki Practitioner, Reiki Master Teacher, Ceremonialist, and intuitive Oracle and Tarot Reader, for a deeply transformative conversation on archetypes, shadow work, and spiritual healing. Shantel bridges ancient shamanic wisdom with modern energy medicine, helping others awaken to their soul’s purpose and embody a greater sense of inner peace, empowerment, and divine alignment.   Together, Nicky and Shantel explore the four core archetypes that shape every human experience, the Victim, Saboteur, Prostitute, and Child, and how understanding these energetic patterns can reveal hidden aspects of the subconscious mind. Through the lens of shamanic healing, Reiki energy work, and Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique (QHHT), they discuss how to transmute limiting beliefs, reclaim personal power, and cultivate emotional and energetic balance.   This episode invites listeners into a journey of self-awareness, shadow integration, and soul evolution. Shantel shares how archetypes act as mirrors for growth and transformation, guiding us to release old stories and reconnect to our higher consciousness. Blending insights from archetypal psychology, soul contracts, and energy centers (chakras), she illuminates the sacred relationship between trauma healing, intuition, and spiritual awakening.   If you’re drawn to energy healing, Reiki, spiritual self-discovery, or understanding the deeper forces that influence your relationships and personal journey, this episode offers wisdom to help you alchemize pain into purpose and walk your path with clarity, compassion, and courage.   Takeaways: Everyone has four main archetypes: the victim, saboteur, prostitute, and child. Understanding archetypes can facilitate personal growth and enhance relationships. The victim archetype often leads to a mindset of helplessness. The saboteur archetype can cause self-sabotage in various aspects of life. The prostitute archetype relates to negotiating personal power and boundaries. The child archetype encompasses various aspects of our inner child, including the wounded child. Transmuting negative archetypes into positive ones is essential for healing. Self-awareness is key to recognizing and working with archetypes. Setting boundaries is crucial for personal empowerment. Compassion for oneself and others is important when dealing with archetypes.     Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Archetypes 03:02 Understanding Archetypes and Their Origins 04:05 The Four Core Archetypes 08:50 The Victim Archetype 19:56 The Saboteur Archetype 31:00 The Prostitute Archetype 33:27 The Wounded Child Archetype 35:07 Nurturing Self-Love and Expansion 36:35 Understanding the Divine Child Archetype 38:40 Exploring the Nature and Magical Child Archetypes 41:06 The Eternal Child and Its Shadows 42:53 Transmuting the Victim to the Warrior 44:16 The Role of the Saboteur and the Magician 46:07 Catching Negative Thoughts and Shifting Energy 48:17 The Prostitute Archetype and Setting Boundaries 52:22 Healing Family Dynamics and Generational Trauma 54:15 Connecting with Your Inner Child     Connect with me: https://nickyYyoga.com https://www.youtube.com/@TheConnectedCommunity nickynamaste@gmail.com   Connect with Shantel: reiki7pointhealing@gmail.com  https://www.instagram.com/reiki7pointhealing?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr  https://www.instagram.com/reiki7pointhealing?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr     Keywords: archetypes, personal growth, shadow work, victim, saboteur, prostitute, child, spiritual journey, self-awareness, healing, Caroline Myss