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The Metamorphosis of the Hero: Principles, Processes, and Purpose
Scott T Allison1, George R Goethals1, Allyson R Marrinan1
1Department of Psychology, University of Richmond, Richmond, VA, United States.
Frontiers in Psychology
|April 6, 2019
Summary
Heroic metamorphosis involves six types of transformation, fostering growth, healing, and societal advancement. Mentorship and specific activities are crucial for navigating these developmental changes.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Human Development
Background:
- Heroic metamorphosis is a complex process of profound personal change.
- Understanding its dynamics is key to human growth and societal progress.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define and categorize heroic metamorphosis.
- To explore its functions, sources, and developmental arcs.
- To identify factors that promote or hinder this transformation.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual analysis of heroic transformation.
- Identification of six types of metamorphosis (mental, moral, emotional, spiritual, physical, motivational).
- Examination of five key functions and three developmental arcs.
Main Results:
- Heroic metamorphosis encompasses diverse transformations serving critical functions like growth, healing, and societal advancement.
- Mentorship is highlighted as a significant external factor.
- Three distinct developmental arcs (egocentricity to sociocentricity, dependence to autonomy, stagnation to growth) are identified.
Conclusions:
- Heroic metamorphosis is a vital process for individual and collective development.
- Further research into human growth and development can benefit from understanding these metamorphic processes.
- Activities promoting and hindering metamorphosis require further investigation.
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