The Hero's Journey

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What is the 'Refusal of the Call' in The Hero's Journey?

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The stage where the hero is initially reluctant to take on the challenge and tries to ignore their destiny.

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What does 'Atonement/Resurrection' signify in The Hero's Journey?

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It represents the moment when the hero faces their ultimate challenge or has a near-death experience but overcomes it.

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What is 'The Ordeal' in The Hero's Journey?

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The hero's biggest challenge yet, where they face their greatest test.

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Who is 'The Mentor' in The Hero's Journey?

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A teacher or guide who helps the hero hone their powers and stay focused on their goals.

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What is 'The Ordinary World' in The Hero's Journey?

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The initial setting where we first meet the hero before any extraordinary events occur.

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What is the 'Call to Adventure' in The Hero's Journey?

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The moment when the hero is invited to leave their ordinary world and embark on a journey.

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What does 'Crossing the Threshold' mean in The Hero's Journey?

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The point at which the hero leaves their ordinary world and enters the special world of the adventure.

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What are 'Tests, Allies, and Enemies' in The Hero's Journey?

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Challenges the hero faces, along with the friends they make and the foes they encounter during their journey.

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What is 'Approach the Inmost Cave' in The Hero's Journey?

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The stage where the hero prepares for the major challenge in the special world.

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What does 'The Road Back' signify in The Hero's Journey?

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The stage where the hero begins their return to the ordinary world after achieving their goal.