title: Personal mythology as a paradigm for a holistic public psychology.
abstract: Viewing personal myths as cognitive structures, this paper examines the existing literature on cultural mythology, considers its relationship to personal mythology, and proposes an understanding of personal myths as a means of enhancing individuals' control over their lives. Its applicability to therapeutic counseling and its role in a holistic public psychology are discussed.
mesh_terms: D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D003071:Cognition; D003466:Cultural Characteristics; D006801:Humans; D009229:Mythology; D010553:Personality Development; D011593:Psychology, Social; D012917:Social Adjustment; D013561:Symbolism