Holy Nights the time between December 24 and January 6 is a time for contemplation on the new year. Dreaming during this time could give you insights into a new journey. This Holy Nights Event will give you mythology, dream incubation and dream sharing
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Unveiling the Hero’s Journey of Joseph Campbell: A Review of Correspondence 1927–1987
Dive into the intricate tapestry of Joseph Campbell’s life as chronicled in Correspondence 1927–1987. This compelling collection of letters offers an intimate look into the mind of the legendary mythologist whose “Hero’s Journey” framework reshaped storytelling. From his early days in Paris discovering symbology, to his intellectual exchanges with luminaries like Angela Gregory and Jiddu Krishnamurti, the book maps Campbell’s evolution as both scholar and seeker.
Follow Campbell through trials of personal and professional struggle during the Great Depression, his transformative insights into mythology, and his eventual triumph with The Hero with a Thousand Faces. The letters also confront controversies, offering a nuanced exploration of Campbell’s philosophies, relationships, and the era’s intellectual currents.
If you’re a fan of Campbell or intrigued by the roots of modern mythology, this book is a treasure trove. Read on to learn how Campbell’s hero’s journey mirrored the mythic structure he so famously championed.
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“What am I? Am I the bulb that carries the light, or am I the light of which the bulb
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Celtic Mythology is rich in symbolism of life death and transition. No wonder that Halloween or Samhain is a remainder of Celtic Mythology. This blog explores it’s origin, and how it still influences our lives.
This Mindfunda Book review is written by Misa Tsuruta, Ph.D. I have asked Misa, a Japanese psychologist,to write this review as
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Each year on March 8, it’s International Woman’s Day. The theme of 2017 is: Be BOLD for change. And
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A Mindfunda Book Review: Joseph Campbell The Mythic Dimension, a compilation of essays. This book will help you undertand groundwork of mythology according to Campbell
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Spirituality Quotes can really inspire you to face problems. Just a simple sentence can give you goosebumps because it reaches a core of authentic knowledge in your heart. This is the first time that someone finds the right words to capture that wisdom. Why do these quotes give you goosebumps? Because they give an intuitively correct answer to a question.
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David Bowie, who passed away on January 10, 2016, was more than a musician—he was a mythological hero, a shaman, and a creative pioneer. From Ziggy Stardust’s escape from Plato’s Cave to his Berlin rebirth and his final masterpiece Blackstar, Bowie lived through transformations that mirrored Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey. This blog explores three powerful mythological aspects of David Bowie’s life: his role as a visionary hero, a shaman of love, and a shaman of death. Discover how Bowie embraced creativity, change, and even mortality to inspire us all to express our true selves.
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The Journey of the Heroine is a call to reclaim the feminine, to embrace the Goddess within, and to reconnect with our spiritual essence. Inspired by authors like Sara Avant Stover (The Book of SHE) and Maureen Murdock, this journey mirrors life’s cycles—spiraling through descent, initiation, and ultimate ascent. Unlike the linear hero’s journey, the heroine’s path brings us deep into the shadow self, embracing imperfections, healing the mother wound, and rediscovering our innate power.
The Goddess—tied to the Earth, the moon, and our emotional rhythms—guides this sacred journey. Whether it’s accepting our natural cycles, honoring rituals of initiation, or igniting our sensual spark, we transform through shadow work and emerge anew. We return home not as who we were, but as heroines—empowered, healed, and whole.
Key Points:
The feminine journey: cyclical, soulful, and transformative.
Healing through shadow work, reclaiming sexuality, and embracing natural rhythms.
The role of the Dark Goddess and balancing inner masculine and feminine energies.
The Goddess as a vessel for love, wisdom, and Earth connection.
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Discover the timeless wisdom of Joseph Campbell’s Romance of the Grail as it explores synchronicity, mythology, and the enduring relevance of King Arthur’s court. Unveil the hidden connections between spirituality, personal growth, and the myths that continue to shape our lives.
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Explore how mythological themes are not just stories from the past but relevant guides for your life today. In Mindfunda’s blog series, discover how mythological motifs, such as the hero’s journey and cultural narratives, shape our personal myths, storytelling, and even modern media. Learn how these ancient themes provide insights for personal growth, resolving crises, and understanding your life’s path. From films like The Matrix to personal life challenges, see how mythology continues to influence and enrich our understanding of the human experience.
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