Dissociation of Self, Tribal Identity & the Savior Complex: Unleashing the Dragon – Dragon Tantra

Dissociation of Self, Tribal Identity & the Savior Complex: Unleashing the Dragon

◇Mythic Perspectives from the Wizard◇

~ Unraveling Warning~

The self can be seen as empty awareness or as the complex tapestry of our personality, woven from genetic predisposition, cultural influences, environmental factors, ancestral heritage, and, of course, our personal journey—perhaps shaped by astrological or other natural forces. These myriad influences shape our consciousness, crafting the character we embody. Much of who we seem to be arises from generations before us, impacted by countless ideologies, structures, and stories. Through this, we play out a human role, becoming unique holographic reflections of all that we inherit and accumulate. Yet, it raises a question: Is this truly who we are? Or are we simply products of all that has been poured into us?

Since humanity’s earliest days, we’ve organized ourselves into tribes, villages, cities, and nations, seeking safety, order, and meaning in an often-mysterious world. In these communities, we shape and assign meaning to symbols, rituals, and principles, building shared identities within each group. These identities create a distinct “way of being” that members are expected to adopt, forming a collective self that both connects and separates. Within a tribal identity, anything that threatens its structure—whether external beliefs or new ways of living—can seem like a danger to the status quo. The preservation of this collective identity feels essential, as though the survival of the tribe is the survival of the self.

Many communities center around a figure of salvation—a leader, prophet, or figure who holds the hope that they will “make things right.” This savior represents the collective aspiration that change will come from outside ourselves, allowing us to remain in familiar patterns. In many ways, the figure of the savior sustains the status quo by providing a scapegoat for what is flawed and a promise of eventual redemption. For the individual, this means that rather than risking change or facing exile by challenging the system, it feels safer to wait for a savior to step in and take care of all problems. This also gives rise to figures who, sometimes lacking true intent to help, assume the role, exploiting fears and hopes while reflecting back the community’s limitations.

Symbols are central to personal and collective identity. Religious icons, animal emblems, flags, and logos anchor the culture’s narrative, reinforcing ideology and belief. They become visual and ritualistic reinforcements of the collective story, helping to sustain a shared reality. Individuals carry these symbols into their daily lives, surrounding themselves with reminders that reinforce their place within the tribe. Through these symbols, the individual mind is held within the collective framework, its focus kept aligned with the symbols that define and express belonging. With but a symbol, an entire idealogy, pattern, program, and lifestyle can be reinforced as a daily mantra.

These ancient constructs are alive today in various forms: political parties, sports teams, religions, brands, countries, and more. Each fosters a sense of identity, security, and belonging, attaching the individual to a broader organization. These organizations generate a way of being and perceiving what life is, what it means, and the rules that apply. When these identities are threatened, the people who associate with them feel a personal sense of fear and vulnerability, as though defending the tribe equates to defending their own lives. To witness the collapse of a tribal identity is, in some ways, to witness the collapse of oneself. This dynamic drives the intensity of today’s cultural, political, and social clashes, where identity feels existentially tied to organizations and beliefs.

The dragon is a universal mythic symbol, enigmatic and transcending definition. It has been honored and feared, representing mystery, power, and transformation. Dragons exist outside human structures, and their symbolic presence stretches the imagination, evoking a sense of vastness and possibility. The dragon’s power has the potential to disrupt, destroy, and renew—it can be a force of immense wisdom and majik for those willing to face it. Unbound by human rules and fears of tribal identities, dragons embody both destruction and transcendence, urging cultures to evolve beyond their limits.

I call upon those who are ready to rise above outdated structures and divisions, to step forward as leaders embodying presence, love, and wisdom, to dismantle the old and bring forward new wisdom, majik, and transformation. This is not about becoming a savior or retreating into fantasy, but about boldly dissolving rigid forms and—with courage, grace, and inner strength—respaping the world to support the world in it’s entirety.

If you are ready to let go of tribal identities to bring mythic-level change, it’s time to soar…

Join my Dragon Ally Compasha Ůniya Aadland and I on Monday, 11/11, for Dragon’s Gate.

5:55PM