Listen "#42 - The Power of Archetypes: Unlocking Transformation and Change w/ Allison Stieger"
Episode Synopsis
This episode explores the power of archetypes for personal growth. Host Dan Storey talks with mythologist Allison Stieger about how these universal energies (like the hero, mother, or warrior) shape our lives and how we can tap into them for positive change. They discuss the "heroic journey" we all take, the importance of stories, and practical ways to access archetypal energy. The episode emphasizes learning from ancient myths and respecting the power of these energies to avoid being overwhelmed.
Key Topics Covered:
Defining archetypes and their role in human behavior
The concept of the "heroic journey" and its stages
Practical techniques for accessing archetypal energy
The importance of stories and myths in understanding the human experience
The role of archetypes in personal transformation and change
The dangers of over-identifying with archetypes
The importance of respecting and releasing archetypal energy
The connection between archetypes and rituals
The role of allies and mentors in the heroic journey
The power of archetypes in overcoming challenges and achieving goals
About Allison Stieger
Allison Stieger is an acclaimed expert on the topic of mythology, storytelling, and personal transformation through narrative shaping. She holds a master’s degree in Mythological Studies from Pacifica Graduate Institute, and has more than twenty years of experience at Mythic Stories LLC working with individuals of all ages and from all walks of life on crafting the narrative structure of their lives using the powerful life-changing lessons from myths the world over.
WWW: https://mythicstories.com/meet-allison/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/allison.stieger/
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allison-stieger/
Key Topics Covered:
Defining archetypes and their role in human behavior
The concept of the "heroic journey" and its stages
Practical techniques for accessing archetypal energy
The importance of stories and myths in understanding the human experience
The role of archetypes in personal transformation and change
The dangers of over-identifying with archetypes
The importance of respecting and releasing archetypal energy
The connection between archetypes and rituals
The role of allies and mentors in the heroic journey
The power of archetypes in overcoming challenges and achieving goals
About Allison Stieger
Allison Stieger is an acclaimed expert on the topic of mythology, storytelling, and personal transformation through narrative shaping. She holds a master’s degree in Mythological Studies from Pacifica Graduate Institute, and has more than twenty years of experience at Mythic Stories LLC working with individuals of all ages and from all walks of life on crafting the narrative structure of their lives using the powerful life-changing lessons from myths the world over.
WWW: https://mythicstories.com/meet-allison/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/allison.stieger/
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allison-stieger/
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