The Hero's Journey is a form of storytelling found in all major world cultures, in which a protagonist embarks on a quest and experiences personal transformation along the way. The journey is an archetypal quest, typically featuring a call to adventure, initial reluctance to accept, often tests of courage and strength, encounters with allies who help the hero, and a triumphant return. As an archetype, the journey is an essential tool for understanding identity and exploring spiritual growth, as it forces its protagonist to face their anxieties, confront the unknown and uncover personal truths in the depths of transformation.

See also: myth, mythic masculine, divine feminine, sacred feminine, sacred masculine