TED-Ed: What makes a hero? - Matthew Winkler

The video explores the concept of the hero's journey, a universal narrative pattern identified by Joseph Campbell. It describes the stages of the journey, from the call to adventure to the return home, using examples from popular stories like The Hunger Games. The video encourages viewers to recognize this pattern in their own lives, emphasizing personal growth and transformation through challenges.

What is the hero's journey and how does it relate to modern storytelling?

Can you identify the key stages of the hero's journey as described in the text?

How does Katniss Everdeen's story in The Hunger Games fit into the hero's journey framework?

What does Joseph Campbell mean by 'In the cave you fear to enter lies the treasure you seek'?

Reflect on your own life. What is a 'call to adventure' you have experienced?