TSF Short: Female Surgeons and The Heroine's Journey and Anna's in a British Tabloid
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Welcome to mini-episode between episodes where we take a break from shadow work to discuss current events and special interests. Today, we discuss the recent studies highlighting the superior outcomes of female surgeons as well as the concept of Madeline Murdock's heroine's journey. Also, Anna’s TSF TikTok ended up in a British Tabloid.
First, we discuss two recent, groundbreaking, studies revealing that on average, female surgeons achieve better short-term and long-term patient outcomes compared to their male counterparts. The results revealed that patients treated by female surgeons were more likely to experience lower mortality rates and fewer complications (like infection or stroke) compared to patients treated by male surgeons.
Then, we explore Madeline Murdock's Heroine's Journey, a concept inspired by Joseph Campbell's monomyth. The concept was developed by renowned author and mythologist, Maureen Murdock, as a response to the predominantly male-focused hero's journey. The heroine's journey focuses on the unique challenges and transformative experiences faced by female protagonists.
The stages of the heroine’s journey include:
- Separation from the Feminine: the heroine embarks on a quest for self-discovery, breaking away from societal expectations and limitations.
- Initiation and Descent: She faces trials, confronts her fears, and undergoes a transformative experience that leads to personal growth.
- Return and Integration: the heroine integrates her newfound wisdom and strength into her life, creating positive change in herself and her community.
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