Mentoring Through the Ages: Lessons from The Odyssey

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey has renewed interest in one of history's most enduring stories of guidance and growth. In this insightful blog post, leading mentoring researcher Jean Rhodes explores the surprising origins of the word mentor, what Homer's epic actually tells us about mentoring, and how modern research sheds light on the unique role mentors play in our lives. Rather than replacing parents or solving every challenge, mentors provide a trusted relationship that offers perspective, encouragement, and support during important moments of growth.

Read Jean Rhodes' blog post here: https://www.evidencebasedmentoring.org/what-the-odyssey-gets-right-about-mentoring/

At interVivos, we believe meaningful mentoring expands perspectives, builds confidence, and creates lasting connections. If you are interested in becoming a mentor in one of our future mentorship programs, we would love to hear from you. Email us at connect@intervivos.ca to learn more. Interested in becoming a protégé? Join our mailing list to be the first to hear when applications for our next mentorship program open: http://eepurl.com/dta_Kz