

The Hero and Heroine's Journey With Kirsten Oates and Patrick Boland
42 snips Mar 13, 2024
Explore the transformative power of the hero's journey in personal growth. Reflect on embracing challenges and loss as gateways to authenticity. Discover insights from executive coaches and spiritual directors on falling upward and spiritual exploration. Dive into the role of mentors, somatic practices, and cultural grieving in the journey towards self-discovery and healing.
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Campbell's Influence and Societal Sickness
- Joseph Campbell's work on the hero's journey profoundly influenced Richard Rohr's understanding of archetypes.
- Rohr emphasizes that focusing on individual sickness leads to a reliance on pharmaceuticals, neglecting spiritual healing.
Collective Sin and Grace
- Rohr argues that sin and grace are collective experiences, influenced by intergenerational patterns.
- We are products of our ancestors and influence our descendants, emphasizing the importance of collective healing.
Connecting with Perennial Stories
- We connect with ancient stories because they are perennial, not anecdotal, offering universal truths.
- Rohr stresses the importance of both individual and collective growth, cautioning against over-individualism.