JORNADA DO HERÓI E O SENHOR DOS ANÉIS | Dra. Mabel Cristina Dias

Introduction

This tutorial explores the concept of the Hero's Journey as presented by Dr. Mabel Cristina Dias, using "The Lord of the Rings" as a reference. Understanding this archetypal journey can enhance your self-awareness and personal development. By recognizing the stages of the Hero's Journey, you can better navigate your life's challenges and growth.

Step 1: Understand the Hero's Journey

• Familiarize yourself with Joseph Campbell's framework of the Hero's Journey, which consists of several stages:

  1. The Call to Adventure: Recognizing a challenge or opportunity.
  2. Refusal of the Call: Doubts and fears about embarking on the journey.
  3. Meeting the Mentor: Finding guidance and support.
  4. Crossing the Threshold: Committing to the journey and stepping into the unknown.
  5. Trials and Challenges: Facing obstacles and learning from them.
  6. The Crisis: Encountering a major challenge that tests your resolve.
  7. The Treasure: Gaining new insights, skills, or rewards.
  8. The Return: Coming back transformed, ready to share your newfound knowledge.

• Reflect on how these stages manifest in your own life experiences. Journaling can help clarify your thoughts.

Step 2: Identify Your Archetypes

• Use Dr. Dias's method to identify which archetypes influence your life most significantly. Follow these steps:
  1. Take an Archetypal Assessment: Consider the various archetypes (e.g., Hero, Mentor, Shadow) and evaluate which resonate with you.
  2. Reflect on Personal Experiences: Write down moments in your life where you felt aligned or disconnected with specific archetypes.
  3. Create Your Archetypal Map: Sketch a visual representation of your dominant archetypes and how they interact in your life.

Step 3: Activate the Hero Archetype

• To harness the energy of the Hero archetype:
  1. Set Clear Goals: Define what your personal "adventure" looks like.
  2. Seek Support: Connect with mentors or communities that encourage your journey.
  3. Embrace Challenges: View obstacles as opportunities for growth. Practice resilience by facing fears head-on.
  4. Celebrate Small Victories: Acknowledge achievements along the way to maintain motivation.

Step 4: Apply the Lessons from "The Lord of the Rings"

• Analyze how the characters in "The Lord of the Rings" reflect your own journey:

  1. Frodo Baggins: Represents the ordinary person called to greatness. Reflect on your own call to adventure.
  2. Gandalf: The mentor who provides guidance. Identify who your mentors are.
  3. Aragorn: A figure of leadership. Consider how you can embody leadership in your own life.

• Engage with the story by watching the film or reading the book, and note parallels to your life experiences.

Conclusion

Understanding and applying the Hero's Journey can significantly impact your personal development. By identifying your archetypes and actively engaging with the lessons from stories like "The Lord of the Rings," you can navigate your own journey with greater awareness and purpose. Take the time to reflect on these concepts, set actionable goals, and embrace the challenges ahead as integral parts of your growth.