Where Will You be 5 Years from Today?
The question is posed by author and creativity consultant, Dan Zadra.
His book has the look and feel of a child’s book, which invites us to be open, available and curious.
This book celebrates the "want to's", the "choose to's" and the "I can't wait to's" in your life". Whether you're just finishing school, starting a new venture, celebrating a milestone or envisioning your retirement, you are the hero of this story.
It's less a work-book than a play-book.
Random list-making exercises invite us to explore what we value.
"Live your life on purpose" is a call to action - and we're encouraged to write a personal mission statement.
It's a book of motivation and inspiration. This isn't a to-do list - it's a road map. And a training manual.
"You are the hero of this story"
...and you're thinking - "Who me? There's not a heroic bone in my body!"
So, let's make "hero" a bit less intimidating.
First, throw off the superhero images. Just showing up and being available is Job #1.
Accepting the challenge to live life more purposefully, to imagine a new future and to lay the foundation for a new life stage - is what we in the storytelling business call - "The Hero's Journey".
It was described by Joseph Campbell, author of The Power of Myth.
Myths give external explanations and stories for internal strifes. Slaying monsters is slaying the dark things inside of you. If you’re telling yourself “oh no! I couldn’t do that! I couldn’t be a writer!” that’s the dragon inside of you, and you have to slay it.
Simply stated - our heroic journey begins with saving ourselves.
And #DontGoItAlone - get in touch if you think I can help.
Not familiar with Joseph Campbell's work?
Hollywood film development director, Christopher Vogler describes it here:
Here's what we know about heroes, they-
are usually reluctant
are often resistant
will have to face down fear
will survive, wiser for the experience
And that sounds a lot like most of us.
Interested in exploring your own story?
Join me as we explore #Memoir as a Call to Action. Groups begin quarterly.
You can book a call to learn more or explore the process yourself right here.
