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This workbook is designed to guide the reader consciously through the different stages of the Heroine's Journey. Based on workshops conducted by the author with women of all ages, it can be used individually or in a group. The reader will explore each stage of the journey and look at the myths and fairy tales that shed light on these archetypal experiences:
Separation from the Feminine, in which a woman searches for an identity in a masculine-defined culture
The Road of Trials, in which she challenges the myths of female inferiority, dependency, and romantic love
Spiritual Aridity, a feeling of having lost herself in her struggle for achievement
Initiation and Descent, a period of drawing inward and looking for the lost pieces of herself
Urgent yearning to reconnect with the Feminine and heal the Mother-Daughter Split
Integrating and healing the wounded parts of her inner Masculine
The Sacred Marriage, which occurs as she learns to integrate and balance all aspects of herself.
The chapters include questions for reflection as well as exercises in guided imagery, writing, art, and dreamwork to bring clarity and understanding to the quest. Finally, the skills learned on this archetypal journey prepare a woman to work toward the larger quest of bringing consciousness to others and preserving the balance of life on earth.
In 1998 Maureen published The Heroine’s Journey Workbook (Shambhala) which was designed to guide the reader through the stages of the heroine’s journey. Based on workshops conducted by Maureen throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico with women of all ages, the book is used by individuals and in groups.