What is Applied Mythology?

    ​​​​​​​Applied Mythology is the practice of realizing the wisdom of myth in everyday life. 

It begins with a simple recognition: We live by stories. The stories we inherit, the personal myths we tell ourselves and the narratives we collectively agree upon—all shape who we are, what is possible and how we belong.

Applied Mythology celebrates the treasury—soul stories, symbols, archetypes—that live beneath the surface of our lives. It asks: What mythology is shaping us now?

At the intersection of depth psychology, contemplative practice, and cultural inquiry, Applied Mythology helps unearth what is unconscious, cultivate greater self-awareness and participate more consciously in the creative endeavor of soul-making.

Applied Mythology is not just a study. It is a way of seeing the world. It is living in creation-ship with life itself. 

Applied Mythology Matters Now. 

We are living in a time of profound cultural transition.

Old stories are breaking down. Institutions that once provided identity and meaning are under scrutiny. Technology is reshaping how we relate to ourselves, one another and the planet. Many people find themselves overwhelmed by information yet hungry for wisdom, connected by networks yet longing for belonging.

In a world divided, there are no answers. But there are stories. 

Applied Mythology offers tools for navigating uncertainty, understanding cultural narratives, engaging life’s transitions and cultivating meaning without requiring certainty. It helps us recognize the stories that limit us, reclaim the stories that sustain us, and imagine new possibilities for ourselves and our communities.

At its heart, Applied Mythology is a practice of conscious and creative participation in the human story.