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Since its release in 1949, The Hero with a Thousand Faces has influenced millions of readers by combining the insights of modern psychology with Joseph Campbell's revolutionary understanding of comparative mythology. In this book, Campbell outlines the Hero's Journey, a universal motif of adventure and transformation that runs through virtually all of the world's mythic traditions. He also explores the Cosmogonic Cycle, the mythic pattern of world creation and destruction.

Chris Watts was a family man. Everybody, including his family, believed that. Yet, on August 13, 2018, he murdered Shanann, his pregnant wife, and two young daughters. As terrible as his story is, it is also a warning because to this day, living behind bars, Watts is still acting out the character traits that made him kill in the first place.

From the Stone Age to the Greek Tragedies, from Shakespeare to Robin Hood, we have always had our heroes. The hero is at the centre of formative myths in every culture and persists to this day in world-conquering books, films and TV shows. But why do these characters continue to inspire us, and why are they so central to storytelling? Scalpel-sharp on the roots of storytelling and enlightening on the history and science of myth, The Hero is essential listening for anyone trying to write or understand fiction.

This book is designed to be your comprehensive guide to understanding gallbladder health. Whether you're experiencing symptoms, have been diagnosed with a gallbladder condition, are considering treatment, or simply want to learn how to keep your gallbladder healthy, you've come to the right place. We'll journey through the anatomy and function of the gallbladder, explore what goes wrong when problems arise, demystify the diagnostic process, discuss treatment options (including debunking common myths about surgery), and provide practical advice on living well, with or without your gallbladder.

This guide, both a companion to Dr. Robert Glover's No More Mr. Nice Guy and a stand-alone manual, takes the listener on a step-by-step journey of masculine self-discovery. It provides a practical and emotional understanding of the problems that many nice guys face, and it lays out a series of easy-to-follow exercises for overcoming those issues.

Read by the author. New York Times bestselling author Donald Miller shares the plan that led him to turn his life around. There are four characters in every story: The victim, the villain, the hero, and the guide. These four characters live inside us. If we play the victim, we’re doomed to...

Tired of tossing and turning at night? Do you go to sleep only to wake up feeling even more tired than the night before? Bedtime Stories for Stressed Adults: Mythical Gods and Heroes takes you on a calming journey through the timeless worlds of Greek, Norse, Roman, and Egyptian mythology, weaving together relaxation and inspiration to lull you into restful sleep.

Each story in this 11+ hour collection is woven with the finesse to soothe your mind and whisk you away from the stresses of the modern world. As you delve into tales of heroes and their epic quests, you'll find yourself journeying alongside them, exploring lands of imagination and wonder. The narrations are designed to calm your mind, with a pacing and rhythm conducive to relaxation and sleep.

Few disasters have touched Australia as profoundly as the sinking of the hospital ship Centaur – one of the deadliest wartime attacks ever on Australia – killing 268 souls on a mission of mercy. Ellen Savage, a fearless nurse from country New South Wales, was the only woman to survive. For more than 34 hours, she and other heroes fought off sharks and helped the injured until rescuers arrived. She was awarded the George Medal for her bravery.

Are you doing everything right—avoiding triggers, taking meds—yet still waking up with migraines that steal your days? You’re not alone, and you’re not broken. The Migraine Heroes Podcast is your lifeline to real, lasting relief beyond pills, guesswork, and frustration. Hosted by Diane Ducarme, who helped over 500 women finally reclaim their lives, this podcast dives into the real reasons behind your migraine symptoms—blending brain-based science with the natural healing wisdom of Eastern medicine. It's designed for chronic migraine sufferers like you, in quest for real answers. You ...

Dr. Etchison is not your average dentist. A visionary leader, he combines marketing and business knowledge, clinical excellence, and leadership to create a thriving, growing practice - and he wants to share this special knowledge with you. It’s time to set off on a quest to implement systems that take your practice to the next level, inspire your team to greatness, and help you become the visionary leader who can transform your practice and your life.

Let me take you on a Hero’s Journey to rediscovering the joy and magic of food. What comes to mind when you hear the words ‘food freedom’? Perhaps some fanciful story about ditching diets. Some pie-in-the-sky promise that you’ll never have to restrict your eating. If you think magic means being able to eat whatever you like, then you’re absolutely right. And that is exactly what this book offers.

At the age of nine, Jamie's family feared he would never walk again. Twenty years later, he set off to run 5,000 miles coast to coast across Canada. When Jamie decided to repay the hospitals that saved his life as a child, he embarked on the biggest challenge of his life: running the equivalent of 200 marathons back to back, solo and unsupported, in 40 degree weather, surviving all kinds of injuries and traumas on the road and wearing through 13 pairs of trainers. And he did it all dressed as the superhero the Flash.

The Classic Guide, Updated for Our Contemporary World A modern classic of Jungian psychology, The Hero Within has helped hundreds of thousands of people enrich their lives by revealing how to tap the power of the archetypes that exist within. Drawing from literature, anthropology, and psychology...

gAy A delivers inspiring stories about queer people in sobriety who are achieving amazing feats in their recovery, proving that we are all LGBTQIA+ sober heroes.If you are looking for a safe space where all queer people, no matter their gender, sexual orientation, age, length of sober time, or method of recovery are valid, this is the sober show for you. If you are sober, you are a hero! This show is not affiliated with any program or institution, so you will hear stories from alcoholics and addicts where people mention getting sober using recovery methods such as rehabilitation, both ...

Nursing is more than a career; it's a calling, and one of the most important fascinating, and dangerous professions in the world. As the frontline responders battling traumas, illnesses, and aggression from surprising sources, nurses are remarkable. Yet contemporary literature largely neglects...

If you or someone you love has suffered a traumatic event, you know the devastating impact it can have on your life and your spirit. Life-threatening accidents, illnesses, assaults, abusive relationships-or a tragedy like 9/11-all can leave deep emotional wounds that persist long after physical...

First responders are the action heroes of our time. And if you’re a first responder (or know someone who is), you know this to be true: instead of running from imminent danger, firefighters run into burning buildings . . . police officers chase active shooters . . . and EMT’s rush to provide life-saving medical support, no matter how gruesome the crime scene.

A breakout training and fitness audiobook by Hollywood trainer and former Navy SEAL, Duffy Gaver, featuring the tried and true workouts used by movie stars like Chris Pratt and Brad Pitt. Former Marine sniper and ex-navy Seal, Duffy Gaver is the unsung hero of Hollywood. As a master trainer to...

Are you a dedicated healthcare professional frustrated by the language barrier that hampers your ability to provide the best possible care to your Spanish-speaking patients? Don't you wish you had a practical tool at your disposal that could help you learn medical Spanish and connect effectively with your patients? Perhaps it's been a daunting task to find a resource that focuses solely on the healthcare context and makes learning Spanish as easy as sipping your morning espresso.