ITSUMI AND SAYURI'S PROCESS OF INDIVIDUATION IN AKIYOSHI RIKAKO'S THE DARK MAIDENS

No. Klas	:	00000117/SKR
Pengarang	:	CHANDRAWATI A.N
Penerbit	:	FAKULTAS ILMU BUDAYA, SURABAYA, 2024
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Synopsis	:	This thesis is entitled “Itsumi and Sayuri's Process of Individuation in Akiyoshi Rikako's The Dark Maidens”. The objectives of this research are to describe Itsumi and Sayuri's individuation process, and to determine the individuation process that dominates each character by using Carl Gustav Jung's collective unconscious theory. This research uses descriptive qualitative method because the data focuses on understanding data analysis and produces detailed research. The writer uses a psychological approach because the process of individuation is concerned with psychological problem. The results of the study shows that Itsumi and Sayuri experience an individuation process or the process of self-discovery in order to maintain their image in the eyes of society. They cover themselves with a persona mask by showing their good side that others can well receive. Behind that persona mask lies the shadow, the dark side of each individual's personality hidden in the subconscious. They cover up their true nature behind their facade. Itsumi's betrayal makes her develop an ego that has been taken over by the shadow. Her revengeful and rebellious nature makes her persona mask crumble. The shadow also takes over Sayuri's ego. Her treacherous nature and desire to get rid of Itsumi make her persona mask also destroyed. They let the shadow dominate and hence, they often exhibit behaviors that are usually suppressed, resulting in irrational or destructive actions. Moreover, they also learn to realize their animus. Finally, it can be concluded that this novel portrays how an individual can experience the development of a negative individuation process.