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The Unfear Organization

Embarking on a Journey with a Thousand Heroes

One of the defining aspects of humanity is our yearning to make sense of the world through myths and storytelling. In his book A Hero with a Thousand Faces,1 Joseph Campbell argues that this cross-cultural desire has given rise to what he calls the “Hero’s Journey.” This is an archetypal story in which the hero or heroine leaves the comfort and certainty of home and sets off on an epic journey to unknown lands and worlds. Along the way, the hero meets friends, allies, and mentors. The hero also goes through trials and tribulations. The hero is challenged to examine his or her beliefs and overcome tremendous difficulty to return home safe, triumphant, and changed by the ...

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