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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 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...

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 ...

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...

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.

Why do superheroes choose to be superheroes? Where does Spider-Man's altruism come from, and what does it mean? Why is there so much prejudice against the X-Men, and how could they have responded to it, other than the way they did? Why are super-villains so aggressive? The Psychology of Superheroes answers these questions in a wide range of essays on topics from Aquaman to Arkham Asylum - exploring the inner workings our heroes usually only share with their therapists.

They’re not broken—they’re extraordinary. For millions of neurodivergent students, especially those with ADHD, daily life can feel like an uphill battle. From forgotten homework to struggles with time management and emotional regulation, these challenges strain relationships, erode self-esteem, and create far-reaching consequences. But ADHD isn’t a flaw—it’s a different way of functioning, one that thrives with the right support.

For the first time, Army Ranger hero Nate Self tells his story. Self recounts the Roberts Ridge Rescue mission, the ferocious battles in Afghanistan, and the lone war of attrition that Nate Self has waged against post-traumatic stress disorder. This audio will become a go-to work for understanding the long-term effects of the war on terror. Thousands of families are fighting this battle, and Nate Self opens up his whole life - tragedies, successes, failures, and a struggle with suicidal thoughts - to share the facts.

Combining sound business strategy, introspection and yoga philosophy to help yoga teachers teach with passion, earn a fair living and avoid burn out.

The story of the past is already written. What matters is the blank pages that are coming in the future. What will you write on those pages? What person do you want to become? What work do you want to do? What impact do you want to make? Author Your Life will help you find the answers to these questions. It will help you rewrite narratives that are holding you back from creating the life you desire. This book draws on pioneering research to teach you the concepts, strategies, and habits that will allow you to create a new standard of living for yourself.

Dans la tête des super-héros ! Superman, Wonder Woman, les X-Men, Spider-Man, la Femme invisible… Tous ces personnages aux super-pouvoirs qui nous font fantasmer s'allongent enfin sur le fameux divan du docteur Freud pour explorer leurs failles et leurs complexes (et les nôtres au passage !). Quelle est la névrose de l'Incroyable Hulk ? Que révèle l'inconscient de Batman ? Daredevil a-t-il des angoisses ? Comment se construisent les identités masquées de nos justiciers favoris ?

In Super-Women, you'll find tools to help you explore and process painful experiences, accept difficult thoughts and feelings, and use mindfulness and self-compassion to tap into your own unique superpowers. Alongside seven other heroic women, you'll learn how to re-write your "origin story" and find compassionate tips and strategies to help you define your own heroic purpose.

Join us as we share remarkable stories of individuals who've overcome incredible challenges. From darkness to light, our guests reveal their struggles, triumphs, and lessons learned, inspiring hope, healing, and resilience in all who listen. Explore the human spirit's capacity for growth, courage, and redemption.

Danny joined the Marines in 1967 and saw some of the worst fighting of the Vietnam War. Continually bombarded by the enemy, never knowing if he would live or die, each day was kill or be killed. Then his best friend and fellow Marine was injured by a mine and he was unable to save him. He was forced to listen to his friend’s cries for help until he died. Danny became angry, depressed, and numb. The only thing that made him feel alive again was killing. He came home from the war with a bad case of PTSD and couldn’t adapt to normal life.

In demanding professions, the weight of the job doesn't come off with the uniform. The Sharp Performance team understands that better than anyone. Hear real stories from former operators, first responders, and the coaches who work alongside them. This is The Hero's Journey.Learn more about Sharp Performance: https://www.sharpperformance.com

The Hero Next Door is a podcast for people who are engaged in helping others lead richer lives. Therapists, teachers, parents, coaches or counselors, community leaders will find science-based ideas and strategies in each episode.