The Heroine's Journey
A program towards wholeness drawing upon cultural myths and fairy tales, ancient symbols, and goddesses.
Embark on a transformative journey with 10 recorded sessions where we dive deep into the healing framework of The Heroine’s Journey by Maureen Murdock. Through these thoughtfully crafted sessions, you will explore the sacred path of the feminine hero’s transformation, uncovering the wisdom, lessons, and growth embedded within each stage.
Plus, enjoy a special bonus session featuring Maureen Murdock herself, where she shares her insights, personal experiences, and guidance on navigating the Heroine’s Journey in contemporary life. Whether you’re on your own journey of self-discovery or seeking to understand this powerful framework more profoundly, this series will guide you through the archetypal stages and offer transformative tools to heal and empower the soul.
Join us for this enriching exploration and immerse yourself in the profound teachings of The Heroine’s Journey.
The Heroine’s Journey:
A Transformative Exploration
When reflecting on the archetypal force of the feminine, nowadays, we feel it has been buried. Not only in woman's individual life but the feminine force in our contemporary world. We witness women turning away from their feminine nature, their intuition, their dreams, and their essence, and consequently, losing enormous power. This separation needs to be healed.
The Heroine's Journey Program examines and reflects on the healing journey conceived by author Maureen Murdock. The framework is a 10-step cyclic journey towards integrating the archetypal feminine and masculine forces within us.
In each session, we delve into one or more stages of the journey, drawing upon cultural myths and fairy tales, ancient symbols and goddesses, and the dreams of contemporary women. Structured as a deep opportunity for reflection, insights, and healing, this program provides material for self-awareness, growth, and empowerment.
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During the course, the facilitator Maria Souza, presents the main ideas contained in each stage and walks participants together through this healing cycle. Participants are invited to share, discuss, and reflect through exercises, activities, questions, and open inquiries. No previous experience on the subject is necessary to join us.
Program Structure
“There is a void felt these days by women and men—who suspect that their feminine nature, like Persephone, has gone to hell. Wherever there is such a void, such a gap or wound agape, healing must be sought in the blood of the wound itself. It is another of the old alchemical truths that no solution should be made except in its own blood. So the female void cannot be cured by conjunction with the male, but rather by an internal conjunction, by an integration of its own parts, by a remembering or a putting back together of the mother-daughter body.”
Nor Hall, The Moon and the Virgin
What Will You Gain
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A Stronger Sense of Self & Confidence: Unlock a deeper understanding of who you are and cultivate the confidence to step fully into the person you’ve always desired to be. This journey empowers you to embrace your true essence and trust your unique path.
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A Reflective Exploration of Your Life’s Journey & the Journeys of Others: Gain the opportunity to pause and reflect on the stages of your own journey while exploring the parallel paths of those around you. This deep reflection brings clarity, perspective, and compassion, enriching your connection to yourself and others.
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Insights into Societal Influence on Your Choices: Uncover the subtle ways society has shaped your decisions, beliefs, and actions. This session offers tools for liberation, allowing you to understand and break free from external pressures to live more authentically.
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Healing of the Feminine & Masculine Archetypal Forces Within: Engage in the healing of the feminine and masculine energies within you. Embrace both aspects of your being, restoring balance, wholeness, and a deeper connection to your internal power.
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An Exploration of Parental Impact on Your Life: Delve deeply into the unconscious influence of your mother, father, and other parental figures. Through this reflection, you’ll gain insight into how these early relationships shaped your identity, choices, and emotional landscape.
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A Rich Understanding of Mythological & Archetypal Characters: Develop a broader understanding of characters from mythology, fairy tales, and contemporary stories. Recognize the timeless lessons embedded in these figures and learn how to apply them to your own life’s narrative.
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A Supportive Community of Women: Become part of a nurturing community of women at all stages of life, eager to connect, share, and support one another. In this safe space, you will be encouraged to express yourself, learn from others, and grow in the shared wisdom of the collective.
Bonus Session with Maureen Murdock
The program also includes a bonus session with Maureen Murdock herself! In this exclusive session, Maureen shares her personal insights into her work, offering deeper reflections on several stages of the Heroine’s Journey. She also answers participants’ questions, providing valuable guidance. This session is now recorded and available for you to watch at your convenience.
What Participants Are Saying About Their Journey
“Women have a journey in our time and our culture. It is the journey of fully embracing our feminine nature, learning to value ourselves as a woman, and healing the deep wound of the feminine.” - Maureen Murdock
About Your Facilitator
Maria Souza
Maria Souza is a Comparative Mythologist and Educator. Maria is the author of the mythopoetic book Wild Daughters and is a member of the Joseph Campbell Foundation Myth Maker Network. She is the host of the podcast Women and Mythology in which she shares and interprets myths and fairy tales. Maria has been delivering programs on mythology since 2016.​​
Join the Program
INCLUDES
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10 Recorded sessions of 1,5 hours each
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Bonus session with Maureen Murdock (Recorded)
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Supporting Resources (meditation, poems, articles, images)
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Deepening inquiry for each session
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Bibliography
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Certificate of Participation
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Access during one year of all the materials
MODULES
Session 1 - The Heroine’s Journey Framework + Course Introduction
Session 2 - Separation from the Feminine
Session 3 - Identification with the Masculine & Gathering of Allies + Road of Trials: Meeting Ogres and Dragons
Session 4 - The Illusory Boon of Success
Session 5 - Awakening to Feelings of Spiritual Aridity: Death
Session 6 - Initiation and Descent to the Goddess
Session 7 - Urgent Yearning to Reconnect with the Feminine
Session 8 - Healing the Mother/Daughter Split
Session 9 - Healing the Wounded Masculine
Session 10 - Integration of Masculine and Feminine + Conclusion of the program
Bonus session with Maureen Murdock​
Frequently Asked Questions
After I register for the program, what should I do?
Look for a welcome email with supporting information to join the Hotmart platform and access all your materials.
I would like to take this course live, is that an option?
No, at the moment this course is only available through recordings. However, we invite you to subscribe to our newsletter to ensure you will receive a new calendar of live courses as soon as it is available.
I am interested in only 1 session of the course. Can I purchase only a specific session?
No, to ensure a special experience we only accept full program participants. That means you must register for the full program.
Is reading compulsory? How much reading should I do for the course?
Reading is not compulsory. Maria will introduce the subjects and you can fully participate in the sessions without reading the book.
Is this for you?
This program is recommended for women of all backgrounds and ages, for those who are not aware of mythological archetypes and for those who have felt some stirring.
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If you are looking to deepen your understanding of self and widen your repertoire of tools and knowledge this is a course for you.
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This course will provide rational and creative minds with more food for thought to expand their intuitive and instinctive potencies.
I still have questions, what should I do?
We would love to hear from you!
Send us a message trough the contact form below or at maria@womenandmythology.com