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Mentioned in 34 episodes
The Power of Myth
Book • 1988
This book is derived from a series of television interviews between Joseph Campbell and Bill Moyers, aired in 1988.
It delves into the universal themes and functions of myths across various cultures, highlighting their role in uniting communities, explaining social, cosmological, and spiritual realities, and guiding individuals through life's significant stages.
Campbell discusses how myths help people understand common human experiences such as love, death, and the search for meaning.
He also addresses the modern world's disconnection from mythological narratives and the consequences this has on individual and societal well-being.
The book emphasizes the importance of myths in providing a framework for life, fostering community identity, and helping individuals navigate life's transitions and challenges.
It delves into the universal themes and functions of myths across various cultures, highlighting their role in uniting communities, explaining social, cosmological, and spiritual realities, and guiding individuals through life's significant stages.
Campbell discusses how myths help people understand common human experiences such as love, death, and the search for meaning.
He also addresses the modern world's disconnection from mythological narratives and the consequences this has on individual and societal well-being.
The book emphasizes the importance of myths in providing a framework for life, fostering community identity, and helping individuals navigate life's transitions and challenges.
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Mentioned in 34 episodes
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for its fascinating insights.


Susan Cain

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The hidden power of introverts: How to thrive without changing who you are | Susan Cain (author of "Quiet")
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; he prefers rereading classics like this one.


Naval Ravikant

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#136: Naval Ravikant on Happiness Hacks and The 5 Chimps Theory
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as a book that changed his life and influenced his work.


Tom Bilyeu

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Q&A on Accountability, Reading Methodologies, and the "Dark Side" (Replay)
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as one of the first books he read in his teenage years.

Peter McIndoe

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We resist change and surprises—but shock can shift our lives for the better
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in the context of his personal journey and the influence of mythology on his worldview.


Tom Bilyeu

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How To Get So Rich You Question The Meaning Of Making Money (ft. Tom Bilyeu)
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as a source of inspiration for his approach to changing the world through narrative.


Tom Bilyeu

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Interview: Tom Bilyeu on the London Real with Brian Rose (Replay)
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as a book that deeply impacted him, highlighting Joseph Campbell's insights on the significance of rituals in maintaining strong marriages and addressing the lack of coming-of-age rituals.


Tom Bilyeu

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The #1 REASON This Generation Of Men Is STRUGGLING & FEELING LOST | Chris Williamson
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as a book that talks about consciousness and our human animal.


Bedros Keuilian

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Proven Millionaire Habits to Start Practicing Today | Bedros Keullian (Archived Episode)
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as a book that impacted his life, discussing the importance of sacred rituals.


Tom Bilyeu

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The 5 Good Intentions That Lead to Failure (And How to Turn Them Around) | Jonathan Heidt (Replay)
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as impactful in his understanding of the importance of rituals in marriage and life transitions.


Tom Bilyeu

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Why Modern Men Are Lost: The Disturbing Truth | Chris Williamson (Replay)
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as it delves into the big picture elements of Campbell's views, with less psychoanalysis.


Tamler Sommers

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Episode 309: Dissolving Into the One
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when discussing the importance of self-awareness in finding a meaningful path.


Robert Waldinger

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Work Insights from the World’s Longest Happiness Study
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as a book that has had a huge impact on his life from an ideological perspective.


Tom Bilyeu

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Tom Bilyeu Q&A: Superhero Skills: Retirement Hacks & Mindset Tricks (Replay)
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as a gateway drug into mythology, despite not being a good writer.


Tom Morgan

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Tom Morgan on Curiosity, the Brain, Energy, Love, Investing, and More
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as a book that influenced his decision on having children.


Tom Bilyeu

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Blueprint to a Life of Success | Tom Bilyeu AMA (Replay)
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as a source of inspiration, highlighting the impact of Campbell's ideas on his life.


Tom Bilyeu

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Why You Need to Speak Your Unpopular Truths | Dave Rubin (Archived Episode)
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when discussing the lack of coming-of-age rituals in modern society and their impact on young men.


Tom Bilyeu

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Mating Crisis: Why The Rate Of Single Men Looking For Dates Has Declined | William Costello PT 2
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as a book that influenced his thinking on coming-of-age rituals and their absence in modern society.


Tom Bilyeu

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Male Inequality: Why Modern Men Are On The Decline | Richard Reeves (Replay)
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in the context of mythology and the hero's journey.


Tom Bilyeu

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Tom Bilyeu : ON Breaking Negative Thought Patterns & Stop Being Lazy About Your Growth
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while discussing his wedding and the lack of transformational rituals in modern marriages.


Tom Bilyeu

Ground Rules to a Happy Marriage | Tom & Lisa Bilyeu (Replay)