EP13 Workshop 08 – The Wizard of Us and the Mything Links – Jean Houston, PhD

Description:

We are Mything Links, the living connections between the great stories that speak to what is eternal in us and the playing out of these stories in daily life. Using the template of The Wizard of Oz, we will explore both experientially and analytically the psychological powers of this great story. Following the journey of the major characters we will investigate rediscovery of mind, heart, courage and being called to become more than we ever thought we could be. We will encounter the guiding archetypes of the great road of becoming, the Allies, the Spiritual Friend, the Witch and the Wizard and their presence in our lives.

Educational Objectives:

1. Explain how the heroine’s journey differs from the classical hero’s journey, as described by Joseph Campbell.
2. Describe the archetypal elements that emerge from the major figures in the story.
3. Describe the benefits and trials of being “wizard” to others.
4. Explain how we can use this and other stories to mythologize rather than pathologize our lives.

*Sessions may be edited for content and to preserve confidentiality*