Your Hero's Journey Starts Now
The Hero Within: Six Archetypes We Live By
by Carol S. Pearson
Psychology
TL;DR
This book is basically your user manual for humaning, but instead of boring instructions, it gives you six main character archetypes to figure out your own damn vibe and everyone else's. It's not about becoming someone new, but unlocking the cheat codes for the person you already are. You'll learn how to stop being a NPC and activate your inner boss mode, whether that's the innocent who just wants good vibes, the orphan who's seen some shit, or the warrior ready to throw hands. It's all about recognizing your default settings and switching gears when life throws a curveball, so you can stop self-sabotaging and start winning at adulting.
Action Items
Next time you're about to blindly trust someone or something, pause and ask yourself, 'Is this my inner golden retriever wagging its tail at a stranger, or is there actual proof this isn't a scam?'
Think about a recent disappointment. Instead of wallowing, ask yourself: 'What's the cold, hard truth here, and what can I do about it myself?'
Pick one small thing you've been procrastinating on. Channel your inner Spartan and just do it. No excuses, no whining. Just execute.
Think about a problem you're facing. Instead of the obvious solution, brainstorm three wildly different ways to approach it. Pretend you have a magic wand and no limitations.
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Key Chapter
Chapter - The Innocent: Your Inner Golden Retriever
Okay, so imagine your brain has a 'default' setting, right? For some, it's the Innocent. This isn't about being naive or dumb; it's about that core part of you that just wants things to be good, simple, and safe. Think of it as your inner golden retriever – always optimistic, sees the best in people, and just wants belly rubs and sunshine. The catch? When life hits you with a brick, this mode can make you avoid reality or get stuck in a 'everything will be fine' loop, even when it's clearly not. It's about recognizing when your 'good vibes only' filter is actually blinding you to red flags, and learning to balance that hopeful energy with a dose of reality so you don't get played.
Key Methods and Approaches
Your Inner Golden Retriever
(AKA: The Innocent)
Description:
It's about tapping into that pure, hopeful part of you that just wants good vibes and believes in happy endings.
Explanation:
Imagine your brain has a 'Good Vibes Only' filter. That's your Innocent archetype. It's like being perpetually on vacation, seeing the world through rose-tinted glasses. It's great for staying positive, but sometimes you gotta take those glasses off to see the actual red flags. It's not about being dumb, it's about that core desire for safety and simplicity, like a toddler who just wants snacks and no drama.
Examples:
Believing that 'everything will work out' without actually doing anything.
Trusting that sketchy friend who always bails on plans.
Ignoring your bank account balance because 'money will just appear'.
Today's Action:
Next time you're about to blindly trust someone or something, pause and ask yourself, 'Is this my inner golden retriever wagging its tail at a stranger, or is there actual proof this isn't a scam?'
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