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Common Storytelling Elements In The Journeys Of Heroes And Villains, Scott T. Allison
Common Storytelling Elements In The Journeys Of Heroes And Villains, Scott T. Allison
Scott T. Allison
In this paper, we review similarities and differences between the classic storytelling arc of heroes and that of villains. We propose some basic differences between the hero's journey and the villain's journey but conclude that the main difference resides in a temporal staggering of the two characters' journeys.
Defining Heroism: Objectively Possible Or In The Eye Of The Beholder?, Scott T. Allison, George R. Goethals
Defining Heroism: Objectively Possible Or In The Eye Of The Beholder?, Scott T. Allison, George R. Goethals
Scott T. Allison
A number of scholars have attempted to define heroism (see Franco, Blau, & Zimbardo, 2011). We applaud these efforts while also agreeing with Joseph Campbell (1988) that heroism is ultimately in the eye of the beholder.
The Initiation Of Heroism Science, Scott T. Allison
The Initiation Of Heroism Science, Scott T. Allison
Scott T. Allison
In this article I describe the nascent field of heroism science, as part of a broader movement for the promotion of heroism in 21st century societies. I identify several markers of its emergence and offer reasons why the science is now coalescing into an established and autonomous field of inquiry. Moreover, I discuss the importance of maintaining a dynamic symbiotic relationship between the research and activist wings of the heroism movement. The aims and scope of heroism science are discussed, and reasons are offered for producing a science that is inclusive, transdisciplinary, and risk-taking. I examine all these issues within …
The Hero's Journey, Transformation, And Spirituality, Scott T. Allison
The Hero's Journey, Transformation, And Spirituality, Scott T. Allison
Scott T. Allison
What Is Your Purpose In Life?, Scott T. Allison
What Is Your Purpose In Life?, Scott T. Allison
Scott T. Allison
The Initiation Of Heroism Science, Scott T. Allison
The Initiation Of Heroism Science, Scott T. Allison
Scott T. Allison
The Movie Action Hero, Adrian Lam
The Movie Action Hero, Adrian Lam
Scott T. Allison
The purpose of this paper is to develop a model that details how to craft a compelling action hero movie based on empirical psychological research. The paper defines a compelling action hero movie as a movie with an action hero protagonist that maximizes narrative transportation, persuasion and enjoyment.
The Initiation Of Heroism Science, Scott T. Allison
The Initiation Of Heroism Science, Scott T. Allison
Scott T. Allison
In this article I describe the emergent field of heroism science. I identify several markers of its emergence and offer reasons why the science is now coalescing into an established and autonomous field of inquiry. Moreover, I discuss the importance of maintaining a dynamic symbiotic relationship between the scientific and activist wings of the heroism movement. The aims and scope of heroism science are discussed, and reasons are offered for producing a science that is inclusive, transdisciplinary, and risk-taking. I examine all these issues within the metaphorical framework of initiation.
Does The Villain's Journey Mirror The Hero's Journey?, Scott T. Allison, George R. Goethals
Does The Villain's Journey Mirror The Hero's Journey?, Scott T. Allison, George R. Goethals
Scott T. Allison
We propose that the villain's journey both parallels, and is the inverse of, the hero's journey.