Ancient stories for modern life

Every story begins at a crossroads.

A career change, a loss, a decision you can’t put off. Ancient stories have been here before you. Find out which of the five paths you’re standing on.

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WHAT THE OLD STORIES KNOW

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The tortoise who didn't mind being slow
The tortoise who didn't mind being slow

If you're starting over later than everyone around you, Aesop's best-known race has a quiet reminder about who actually finishes.

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Demeter and the empty house
Demeter and the empty house

When your children leave home and the quiet feels like loss, the Greek goddess of the harvest shows how a new season begins.

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Loki, the stolen hair and the apology you keep putting off
Loki, the stolen hair and the apology you keep putting off

When you've hurt someone and keep waiting for the right moment to fix it, a Norse trickster shows what repair takes and how quickly it can go wrong.

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You’re at a crossroads. Find out which one.

Ten honest questions. No right answers. You’ll leave with the name of your Crossroad and one small step you can take this week.

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