Jungian feminisms and the postmodern female trickster

Abstract

This article aims to address issues surrounding the postmodern woman from a post-Jungian and contemporary perspective, focusing on the archetypal concept of the trickster. To this end, Jungian theory is critically examined with the intention of producing knowledge that is current and aligned with contemporary needs. Guiding this reflection are questions such as: Does the archetypal trickster energy manifest specifically in women? What would characterize a woman’s attitude as trickster-like? What has the imagination of the female trickster created, and what does it continue to produce? The postmodern female trickster, as presented in this article, emerges as a force for cultural transformation. Her authority and agency in creating imagery, her ability to use humor, and her refusal to adopt the role of victim as a subversive tool are distinctive traits. This work highlights the importance of women speaking about their realities and themselves through their own imaginaries, thereby fostering transformation. Ultimately, the activism of the female trickster and the resulting cultural change play a significant role in postmodern feminism.