Cognitive Model of the Structure of Heroicity in an Examination of a Sample Fairy Tale of Azerbaijan
Cognitive Model
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cognitive model, heroic structure, social oppression, psychological distress, cognitive transformationAbstract
This study explores the cognitive model of heroicity as represented in Azerbaijani fairy tales, viewing heroic behavior not merely as a narrative function but as a structured mental and cultural construct. Drawing upon an interdisciplinary framework that integrates folkloristic, cognitive narratology, and cultural psychology, the research analyzes a corpus of Azerbaijani fairy tales to identify the cognitive mechanisms that shape heroic identity, decision-making, and moral action. A dynamic set of cognitive processes, such as danger assessment, goal development, emotional management, moral reasoning, and identity reconstruction, organizes Azerbaijani fairy-tale heroism. In order to mirror culturally ingrained patterns of psychological growth, heroes usually come from peripheral social positions and go through symbolic processes of separation, trial, change, and reintegration. It is demonstrated that antagonistic forces, magical components, and supernatural assistants serve as cognitive metaphors that externalize internal mental conflicts and resolutions.
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