Stephen R. Covey states “We see the world, not as it is, but as we are- or, as we are conditioned to see it”, which perfectly describes the ideas and thoughts of the psychological lens. By viewing novels, poems, and other writings through this lens, a deeper message can be found. When deciphering Shakespeare’s works, there are usually numerous different meanings incorporated that are only visible through the psychoanalytic lens. Throughout Shakespeare’s work of literature Macbeth, Macbeth is perceived as unaware when performing the actions displayed in the play, such as murdering the king he is loyal to, due to Lady Macbeth’s encouragement. The tragic play portrays Macbeth as a trustworthy nobleman until his ambitions consume him psychologically.
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In the sense of the id, the superego’s responsibility is to control the major impulses, principally those not widely accepted in society. Applying the psychological, or psychoanalytical lens to a work of literature is intended to help an individual grasp the author’s unintentional element(s). Nevertheless, by analyzing the characters, the author’s prior life events, and the knowledge of the lens, one can recognize the unconscious messages the author is attempting to promote. (ADD IN TEXT CITATIONS) The psychoanalytic lens was originally developed from the work of Sigmund Freud, an Austrian neurologist, and is suggested to have five main concepts: psychosexual stages, anxiety, personality structure, resistance mechanisms, and the unconscious mind (Bartleby Research). In the Freudian ideas of psychology, humans are propelled to commit actions out of need, desire, and even fear. In addition, while motivated to do so, individuals are deemed unconscious. Moreover, Freud argues that children evolve psychological barriers to protect themselves from harm. It is believed that these blocks take place due to childhood events that may have been experienced and play a significant role in the shaping of …show more content…
Touching on the aspect of the plot, Shakespeare’s tragedy commences with the victorious Macbeth after he wins a big battle. While celebrating, he encounters three witches who predict he is going to be king. Macbeth's companion Banquo gets a prophecy too, saying his kids will be future monarchs. Scotland’s current king, Duncan, hears about Macbeth's heroics and gives him the title Thane of Cawdor, which makes true one of the prophecies the witches foretold. This leads to Macbeth’s desire to achieve the title of king. Immediately, Macbeth writes to his wife, Lady Macbeth, about the strange and mysterious encounter. She is instantly captivated by the hearing of the prophecies and urges Macbeth to secure the power he was told he would achieve. When King Duncan visits their castle for dinner, she convinces Macbeth to accelerate the future tellings by killing Duncan in his sleep. Macbeth folds under pressure and commits the act. Furthermore, he gets the crown, but the guilt starts slowly eating at him. This is the first main point that shows Macbeth being psychologically ill. Soon after, Macbeth goes on a power trip, taking out anyone he sees as a threat, including his loyal friend
In the sense of the id, the superego’s responsibility is to control the major impulses, principally those not widely accepted in society. Applying the psychological, or psychoanalytical lens to a work of literature is intended to help an individual grasp the author’s unintentional element(s). Nevertheless, by analyzing the characters, the author’s prior life events, and the knowledge of the lens, one can recognize the unconscious messages the author is attempting to promote. (ADD IN TEXT CITATIONS) The psychoanalytic lens was originally developed from the work of Sigmund Freud, an Austrian neurologist, and is suggested to have five main concepts: psychosexual stages, anxiety, personality structure, resistance mechanisms, and the unconscious mind (Bartleby Research). In the Freudian ideas of psychology, humans are propelled to commit actions out of need, desire, and even fear. In addition, while motivated to do so, individuals are deemed unconscious. Moreover, Freud argues that children evolve psychological barriers to protect themselves from harm. It is believed that these blocks take place due to childhood events that may have been experienced and play a significant role in the shaping of …show more content…
Touching on the aspect of the plot, Shakespeare’s tragedy commences with the victorious Macbeth after he wins a big battle. While celebrating, he encounters three witches who predict he is going to be king. Macbeth's companion Banquo gets a prophecy too, saying his kids will be future monarchs. Scotland’s current king, Duncan, hears about Macbeth's heroics and gives him the title Thane of Cawdor, which makes true one of the prophecies the witches foretold. This leads to Macbeth’s desire to achieve the title of king. Immediately, Macbeth writes to his wife, Lady Macbeth, about the strange and mysterious encounter. She is instantly captivated by the hearing of the prophecies and urges Macbeth to secure the power he was told he would achieve. When King Duncan visits their castle for dinner, she convinces Macbeth to accelerate the future tellings by killing Duncan in his sleep. Macbeth folds under pressure and commits the act. Furthermore, he gets the crown, but the guilt starts slowly eating at him. This is the first main point that shows Macbeth being psychologically ill. Soon after, Macbeth goes on a power trip, taking out anyone he sees as a threat, including his loyal friend