John Bucher is a renowned mythologist and story expert who has been featured on the BBC, the History Channel, the LA Times, The Hollywood Reporter and on numerous other international outlets. He serves as Executive Director for the Joseph Campbell Foundation and is a writer, podcaster, storyteller, and speaker. Holding a PhD in Mythology & Depth Psychology, he integrates scholarly insights with practical storytelling techniques, exploring the profound connections between myth, culture, and personal identity.   Here he and Dawson explore: John's background The life and teachings of Joseph Campbell  Mythology and Depth Psychology  Questioning: What experiences of awe are you missing? Campbell’s take on joy and doing the inner work to discover what brings you to life Why we don’t have enough time to pause and reflect on things that bring us alive Exploring what makes you most alive? The 3 large stages of the Hero's Journey: Departure, Initiation, and Return Joseph Campbell's definition of the hero as a person who’s willing to sacrifice Journaling to reflect on the stages of your own Hero’s Journey   To learn more: https://www.tellingabetterstory.com/   Find host Dr. Dawson Church at: http://dawsongift.com/   To purchase Dawson's latest book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #sq #mythology #psychology #hero