A Course on Woman's Quest for Wholeness
A Course on Woman's Quest for Wholeness
A Course on Woman's Quest for Wholeness
with Maureen Murdock
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with Maureen Murdock
There comes a moment in a woman’s life when the strategies that once brought success, and even her definition of success itself, no longer bring aliveness.
There comes a moment in a woman’s life when the strategies that once brought success, and even her definition of success itself, no longer bring aliveness.
There comes a moment in a woman’s life when the strategies that once brought success, and even her definition of success itself, no longer bring aliveness.
The Heroine’s Journey begins there.
The Heroine’s Journey begins there.
For over forty years, psychotherapist and mythologist Maureen Murdock has helped to fundamentally shape the conversation around women’s psychological development through her groundbreaking work The Heroine’s Journey.
Join Maureen in a mythic journey through the feminine psyche. We will take an archetypical journey of repair: returning from masculine over-identification into embodied feminine wisdom, relational wholeness, and an integrated inner authority. A combination of self-study & live gatherings, this course is a comprehensive exploration of reclaiming feminine wholeness in contemporary Western culture.
For over forty years, psychotherapist and mythologist Maureen Murdock has helped to fundamentally shape the conversation around women’s psychological development through her groundbreaking work The Heroine’s Journey.
Join Maureen in a mythic journey through the feminine psyche. We will take an archetypical journey of repair: returning from masculine over-identification into embodied feminine wisdom, relational wholeness, and an integrated inner authority. A combination of self-study & live gatherings, this course is a comprehensive exploration of reclaiming feminine wholeness in contemporary Western culture.
Arriving at the Threshold of the Journey
Arriving at the Threshold of the Journey
Perhaps you’ve done everything you were told would make a life feel meaningful. You’ve achieved, loved, cared, endured, accomplished, and kept going even when you were running on empty. Yet beneath it all lives a quiet thirst. . . a sense that you’ve become disconnected from something deeply alive within you.
Perhaps you’ve done everything you were told would make a life feel meaningful. You’ve achieved, loved, cared, endured, accomplished, and kept going even when you were running on empty. Yet beneath it all lives a quiet thirst. . . a sense that you’ve become disconnected from something deeply alive within you.
Carrying the Journey Forward
Carrying the Journey Forward
You leave remembering that nothing essential was ever missing. The ache, the exhaustion, the longing, and the inner division are no longer signs that something is wrong with you but invitations into a deeper way of living. More rooted in your body, your intuition, your creativity, and your own inner authority, you begin to meet life from an abiding sense of wholeness rather than from striving.
You leave remembering that nothing essential was ever missing. The ache, the exhaustion, the longing, and the inner division are no longer signs that something is wrong with you but invitations into a deeper way of living. More rooted in your body, your intuition, your creativity, and your own inner authority, you begin to meet life from an abiding sense of wholeness rather than from striving.
Meet your teachers
Maureen Murdock, PhD,
Maureen Murdock, PhD,
has always been interested in mythology and memoir, so she teaches and writes books on both topics.
has always been interested in mythology and memoir, so she teaches and writes books on both topics.
has always been interested in mythology and memoir, so she teaches and writes books on both topics.
Her book The Heroine’s Journey: Woman’s Quest for Wholeness, which explores the rich territory of the feminine psyche, was translated into 24 languages, and she has led workshops on the topic for women throughout the United States and Europe. Murdock was chair and core faculty of the MA Counseling Psychology Program at Pacifica Graduate Institute and teaches memoir writing for the International Women’s Writing Guild. Her other books include Fathers’ Daughters: Breaking the Ties that Bind; Unreliable Truth: On Memoir and Memory; Mythmaking: Self-Discovery and the Timeless Art of Memoir; Spinning Inward: Using Guided Imagery with Children for Learning, Creativity & Relaxation; and The Heroine’s Journey Workbook. Maureen lives in California.
Her book The Heroine’s Journey: Woman’s Quest for Wholeness, which explores the rich territory of the feminine psyche, was translated into 24 languages, and she has led workshops on the topic for women throughout the United States and Europe. Murdock was chair and core faculty of the MA Counseling Psychology Program at Pacifica Graduate Institute and teaches memoir writing for the International Women’s Writing Guild. Her other books include Fathers’ Daughters: Breaking the Ties that Bind; Unreliable Truth: On Memoir and Memory; Mythmaking: Self-Discovery and the Timeless Art of Memoir; Spinning Inward: Using Guided Imagery with Children for Learning, Creativity & Relaxation; and The Heroine’s Journey Workbook. Maureen lives in California.
Meet your teachers
Molly Curtis
Molly Curtis
is first and foremost an artist.
is first and foremost an artist.
is first and foremost an artist.
She has accompanied people through embodied awakening and transformational work, drawing from a background in yoga, contemplative practice, nervous system healing, tea ceremony, Vedic sadhana, and nature-based ritual arts. She creates spaces where healing, insight, and profound transformation can unfold with depth, presence, and care.
She has accompanied people through embodied awakening and transformational work, drawing from a background in yoga, contemplative practice, nervous system healing, tea ceremony, Vedic sadhana, and nature-based ritual arts. She creates spaces where healing, insight, and profound transformation can unfold with depth, presence, and care.
“To destroy the myth of inferiority, a woman needs to carry her own sword of truth...”
“To destroy the myth of inferiority, a woman needs to carry her own sword of truth...”
What's Included
What's Included
Video Teachings
Maureen speaks straight to you about each stage in the heroine’s journey in video teachings recorded just for this course
Live Calls with Maureen Murdock
Join two live Q&A calls in which Maureen will take your questions from the online course.
December 12 & January 9
2-3 PM EST
Live Writing Sessions
Write and share with your fellow course participants in weekly live writing practice sessions, led by our course facilitator, Molly Curtis, on Zoom.
December 8-29
Every Tuesday
2-3 PM EST
Readings
Readings from The Heroine’s Journey and The Heroine’s Journey Workbook by Maureen Murdock (available as PDFs), plus a list of other suggested readings.
Writing Prompts
Each lesson includes writing practices related to the content for that lesson and each stage of the heroine’s journey.
Downloadable Audio Files
Take these profound teachings with you wherever you are—in the car, on a walk, or in the kitchen.
Unlimited Access
Access the course again and again as new insights emerge on your own path.
bonuses
bonuses
Sensation Over Story Embodiment Audio Teaching
One of the great thresholds of the Heroine’s Journey is learning to trust the body’s wisdom over the mind’s endless narratives. In this guided somatic practice, you’ll learn a simple framework for returning from story to sensation, allowing the nervous system to settle and the deeper intelligence of your body to lead. Though the recording is just 20–30 minutes, it offers a practice you can return to for a lifetime; one that helps gently dissolve cognitive loops and anchors you in presence, safety, and embodied knowing.
One of the great thresholds of the Heroine’s Journey is learning to trust the body’s wisdom over the mind’s endless narratives. In this guided somatic practice, you’ll learn a simple framework for returning from story to sensation, allowing the nervous system to settle and the deeper intelligence of your body to lead. Though the recording is just 20–30 minutes, it offers a practice you can return to for a lifetime; one that helps gently dissolve cognitive loops and anchors you in presence, safety, and embodied knowing.
Womb Massage Practice
Self-Womb Massage is a gentle guided practice with Alexandra Durigan, founder of Origin Pelvic Care, designed to help you reconnect with your center through nourishing touch. In this restorative practice, you’ll learn a simple way to bring awareness, care, and presence to your womb tissues, cultivating a deeper relationship with the wisdom and intelligence already living within your body.
Self-Womb Massage is a gentle guided practice with Alexandra Durigan, founder of Origin Pelvic Care, designed to help you reconnect with your center through nourishing touch. In this restorative practice, you’ll learn a simple way to bring awareness, care, and presence to your womb tissues, cultivating a deeper relationship with the wisdom and intelligence already living within your body.
Coupon Code for 50% off All Recommended Readings
Expand your library and deepen your study with 50% off The Heroine’s Journey and Maureen’s other books when you order at Shambhala.com.
Expand your library and deepen your study with 50% off The Heroine’s Journey and Maureen’s other books when you order at Shambhala.com.
“In the darkness we are reborn.”
“In the darkness we are reborn.”
Join the course
Limited Time Only
Single Payment
$199 USD
One-time payment
Payment Plan
$67 USD
3 monthly payments
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
If for any reason you are not completely satisfied, please email us at course-support@shambhala.com within 30 days, and we will promptly refund your purchase price.
Join the course
Limited Time Only
Single Payment
$199 USD
One-time payment
Payment Plan
$67 USD
3 monthly payments
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
If for any reason you are not completely satisfied, please email us at course-support@shambhala.com within 30 days, and we will promptly refund your purchase price.
Join the course
Limited Time Only
Single Payment
$199 USD
One-time payment
Payment Plan
$67 USD
3 monthly payments
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
If for any reason you are not completely satisfied, please email us at course-support@shambhala.com within 30 days, and we will promptly refund your purchase price.
Course
Summary:
Video Teachings
2 Live Calls with Maureen Murdock
4 Live Writing Sessions with Molly Curtis
Recommended Readings
Writing Prompts
Downloadable Audio Files
Printable Transcripts
Unlimited Access
+ Added bonuses (see above)
Words of Affirmation
Words of Affirmation
Maureen Murdock’s important book on the heroine’s journey contains a wealth of insight that is of great value to contemporary Western women. It explores a rich territory of the feminine psyche and opens an understanding of female development that relates not only to personal transformation but cultural transformation as well.
Joan Halifax
President of the Ojai Foundation
Murdock’s personal journey will surely speak to many women, but I hope also to those men willing to hear these newly awakened female voices—and of the feminine in their own souls.
Utne Reader
A great roadmap for the changing landscapes of women’s lives. It’s assuring, rich in personal stories, and leads us securely to the Goddess.
Z. Budapest
Author of The Holy Book of Women’s Mysteries and The Grandmother of Time
Combining personal experience and painstaking erudition, Maureen Murdock’s The Heroine's Journey shares with us the essence of the female journey. A fine, warm, and insightful book.
Carol Pearson
Author of The Hero Within: Six Archetypes We Live By
Maureen Murdock’s important book on the heroine’s journey contains a wealth of insight that is of great value to contemporary Western women. It explores a rich territory of the feminine psyche and opens an understanding of female development that relates not only to personal transformation but cultural transformation as well.
Joan Halifax
President of the Ojai Foundation
A great roadmap for the changing landscapes of women’s lives. It’s assuring, rich in personal stories, and leads us securely to the Goddess.
Z. Budapest
Author of The Holy Book of Women’s Mysteries and The Grandmother of Time
Murdock’s personal journey will surely speak to many women, but I hope also to those men willing to hear these newly awakened female voices—and of the feminine in their own souls.
Utne Reader
Combining personal experience and painstaking erudition, Maureen Murdock’s The Heroine's Journey shares with us the essence of the female journey. A fine, warm, and insightful book.
Carol Pearson
Author of The Hero Within: Six Archetypes We Live By
FAQs
When does the course begin?
The interactive portion begins on Tuesday, December 8, with the first live writing session with our course facilitator, but you can get started as soon as you enroll. All lessons are available, and you may go through the course materials at your own pace. The first live call with Maureen will take place on Saturday, December 12.
How long does it take to complete the course?
There are six lessons in the course and each lesson is designed to last a week. However, the course is flexible, and you can work at your own pace.
How long will I have access to the course?
Your access to the course is unlimited. It will not expire.
When are the live calls with Maureen Murdock?
The dates and times for the live calls are below: Saturday, December 12, 2026, 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. (EST) Saturday, January 9, 2027, 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. (EST) Recordings of the calls will be made available in the course for those who are unable to attend the calls or who would like to listen to them again.
When are the live writing sessions?
The dates and times for the weekly writing sessions with our course facilitator are below: Tuesday, December 8, 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. (EST) Tuesday, December 15, 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. (EST) Tuesday, December 22, 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. (EST) Tuesday, December 29, 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. (EST) Recordings will be made available in the course for those who are unable to attend live.
Can I still take this training without a desktop/laptop computer (for example, if I only have an iPad)?
Yes, you can access this course using the browser on your device. The live sessions will be held through Zoom.
What if I have technical difficulties with the course?
We have a dedicated course support person who can help you with any issues you may encounter in navigating or accessing the course. Please email course-support@shambhala.com if you have any questions.
FAQs
When does the course begin?
The interactive portion begins on Tuesday, December 8, with the first live writing session with our course facilitator, but you can get started as soon as you enroll. All lessons are available, and you may go through the course materials at your own pace. The first live call with Maureen will take place on Saturday, December 12.
How long does it take to complete the course?
There are six lessons in the course and each lesson is designed to last a week. However, the course is flexible, and you can work at your own pace.
How long will I have access to the course?
Your access to the course is unlimited. It will not expire.
When are the live calls with Maureen Murdock?
The dates and times for the live calls are below: Saturday, December 12, 2026, 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. (EST) Saturday, January 9, 2027, 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. (EST) Recordings of the calls will be made available in the course for those who are unable to attend the calls or who would like to listen to them again.
When are the live writing sessions?
The dates and times for the weekly writing sessions with our course facilitator are below: Tuesday, December 8, 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. (EST) Tuesday, December 15, 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. (EST) Tuesday, December 22, 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. (EST) Tuesday, December 29, 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. (EST) Recordings will be made available in the course for those who are unable to attend live.
Can I still take this training without a desktop/laptop computer (for example, if I only have an iPad)?
Yes, you can access this course using the browser on your device. The live sessions will be held through Zoom.
What if I have technical difficulties with the course?
We have a dedicated course support person who can help you with any issues you may encounter in navigating or accessing the course. Please email course-support@shambhala.com if you have any questions.
FAQs
When does the course begin?
The interactive portion begins on Tuesday, December 8, with the first live writing session with our course facilitator, but you can get started as soon as you enroll. All lessons are available, and you may go through the course materials at your own pace. The first live call with Maureen will take place on Saturday, December 12.
How long does it take to complete the course?
There are six lessons in the course and each lesson is designed to last a week. However, the course is flexible, and you can work at your own pace.
How long will I have access to the course?
Your access to the course is unlimited. It will not expire.
When are the live calls with Maureen Murdock?
The dates and times for the live calls are below: Saturday, December 12, 2026, 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. (EST) Saturday, January 9, 2027, 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. (EST) Recordings of the calls will be made available in the course for those who are unable to attend the calls or who would like to listen to them again.
When are the live writing sessions?
The dates and times for the weekly writing sessions with our course facilitator are below: Tuesday, December 8, 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. (EST) Tuesday, December 15, 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. (EST) Tuesday, December 22, 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. (EST) Tuesday, December 29, 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. (EST) Recordings will be made available in the course for those who are unable to attend live.
Can I still take this training without a desktop/laptop computer (for example, if I only have an iPad)?
Yes, you can access this course using the browser on your device. The live sessions will be held through Zoom.
What if I have technical difficulties with the course?
We have a dedicated course support person who can help you with any issues you may encounter in navigating or accessing the course. Please email course-support@shambhala.com if you have any questions.
“Her task is to take the sword of her truth, find the sound of her voice, and choose the path of her destiny. Thus she will find the treasure of her seeking.”
“Her task is to take the sword of her truth, find the sound of her voice, and choose the path of her destiny. Thus she will find the treasure of her seeking.”
