Adventurous, Curious & Fun After 50
Sept. 22, 2023

176. Discovering the Secrets of a Good Story: Igniting Imagination in Midlife

In this episode of Mixing Up Midlife,  Terri and Melissa delve into the power of storytelling in reigniting imagination during midlife. They explore the intricacies of storytelling, drawing inspiration from John Truby's book "The Anatomy of a...

In this episode of Mixing Up Midlife,  Terri and Melissa delve into the power of storytelling in reigniting imagination during midlife. They explore the intricacies of storytelling, drawing inspiration from John Truby's book "The Anatomy of a Story”. They also discuss the evolution of storytelling in music, with artists like Bruce Springsteen and Chrissie Hynde embracing the themes of aging and introspection. From Weekend Watches to the changing perceptions of menopause, Terri and Melissa explore diverse narratives that challenge societal norms. Join them on their storytelling journey as they discuss the importance of storytelling in writing, the fusion of fantasy and reality, and the joy of engaging with meaningful stories.

Episodes Mentioned

Pasha Marlowe episode 57

Skintesssa Episode 173.

 

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The Tunnel

 

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Chrissie Hyde and The Pretender’s new album Relentless

NYT Menopausal retreats

Wise Women Retreat at Canyon Ranch

Anatomy of a story John Truby

 

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