There are trickster figures in nearly every culture’s folklore. Loki, Anansi, Coyote, and more are often central figures in myths and legends, and they embody the unpredictable and disruptive nature of change. A lot of people don’t really like change in their lives, but it can be good for you. In fact, embracing uncertainty and…
Most of us have heard of the legendary heroics of King Arthur. He came from humble backgrounds to pull the sword from the stone and become the king of Britain. Even though he was (most likely? Stay tuned for a possible podcast episode about THAT) fictional, he’s probably one of the most famous kings in…
One of the most common themes in folklore and fairy tales in the story of the Hero’s Journey. It’s also a theme we can see echoed in our own lives. Many of the big moments and decisions in life can be compared to the Hero’s Journey. After all, we’re each the hero of our own…
This week’s post is going to be a little different. I was on vacation this past week, so I didn’t have a chance to write my usual post. So instead, I want to share some thoughts. I was in Oklahoma City this week. For some reason I no longer recall (maybe the movie Elizabethtown??), I’ve…
Overcoming Limiting Beliefs Through Stories Plenty of fairy tales revolve around characters who are trapped or cursed and have to break free. While you might not be cursed, let me put it to you another way. Have you ever had a goal that you just can’t seem to achieve for one reason or another? Unless…