Rachel Ritlop writes for Forbes about the best ways to help cope with life’s demands.

According to Ritlop, the secret is to develop a personal mission statement. By focusing in on a single directive, and having a reassuring purpose to fall back on in times of stress, you will find yourself living much more peacefully, and efficiently.

One of the best sources of inspiration to find this mission statement? Campbell’s Hero’s Journey. Campbell’s work continues to inspire, even outside the realm of story.