The Rescuer

 

A song about the Rescuer archetype. We often think of helping others as an act of pure, selfless love. However, within the study of archetypes—universal patterns of power—the rescuer dynamic is frequently revealed as a complex "power calculation" which often begins in childhood, fueled by stories and myths of heroes who want to be recognized for saving others. [See Carolime Myss's archetype list]

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Jumping in  
Throw an oar  
Take a leap you never took before  
Are you the rescuer or are you the saved?  
Jump into the water, brace for the waves

Come on in, but tiptoe around  
Put on the kid gloves  
Don't make a sound  
  
Are you a lover or are you a healer?  
Looking for direction--looking for a teacher?  
Better know your archetype  
Lost and found  
Put on the kid gloves  
Keep your feet on the ground  
  
Come on in, but tiptoe around  
Put on the real gloves  
Keep your boots on the ground 

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