The Heroic Journey (the Monomyth)
 
The Hero’s Journey stories offer us a map for how humans develop into mature, emotionally healthy people, for self actualization, for enlightenment. They help us believe that we too can overcome the obstacles in our lives to find a rich, happy life.
 
The Journey
1. Departure
2. Initiation / overcoming / embracing the shadow
3. Return and reintegration / renewal of wisdom and strength 
 
Carl G. Jung: "the essential function of the heroic myth is the development of the individual’s ego-consciousness — his awareness — in a manner that will equip him for the arduous tasks with which life confronts him."
 
This art work symbolizes that true wealth is not measured by what we possess, but by who we become through life's challenges. The road may be uncertain, but courage, faith, and perseverance transform ordinary individuals into heroes.
A reminder that every obstacle is part of the path, every challenge carries a lesson, and even the smallest person can change the course of the world.
 
Hand-painted acrylic paint and gold lustre on authentic, uncirculated currency. 
Signed and comes with acrylic money frame.