The Struggler

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Whenever we attempt to pursue a meaningful endeavor, we inevitably encounter opposition. Often the most formidable resistance originates from within ourselves. This artwork embodies my comprehension of the psychological struggle that unfolds between the conscious Ego and the personal unconscious, which comprise the events and experiences of the past that have shaped our souls and now resist any alteration. The theories of Carl Jung - particularly his elucidation of the Archetypes - serve as the underlying inspiration for this metaphor. What Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) resemble. ACES represent adverse childhood experiences, and their impact is thoroughly documented. https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/childabuseandneglect/acestudy/ https://www.huffpost.com/entry/the-adverse-childhood-exp_1_b_1943647 Additional resources on coping with ACEs can be found here: https://www.acesconnection.com/blog/aces-101-faqs A laser scan of the clay sculpture created by Direct Dimensions, based in Owings Mills, Maryland. http://www.directdimensions.com/ This artwork is suitable for 3D printing.