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Infinite Player

Charm, devotion, eros; brings light-heartedness and passion to connection.

Lover → Lover Water → Water South → South
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Infinite Player

"Those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music."

Friedrich Nietzsche

"A finite game is played for the purpose of winning, an infinite game for the purpose of continuing the play."

James P. Carse

Balance & Virtues

Balance: Charm ↔ Devotion

Shadow: Seducer ↔ Rigid Romeo

Power Animals: Dolphin, Otter, Peacock

Qualities: Charming, Devoted, Passionate, Playful, Loyal, Sensual, Erotic

Growth Path

Balance charm with devotion. Play fully while honoring commitments.

Practices
  • Play practice (engage with life and others playfully)
  • Devotion practice (honor commitments and relationships)
  • Sensuality practice (explore body and pleasure)

Shadows

Explore the shadow aspects of this archetype: