Everything is a Story with Kaitlin Curtice

We were so honored to speak with the author of Everything is a Story Kaitlin Curtice! Kaitlin is a an award-winning author, poet-storyteller, public speaker, and enrolled citizen of the Potawatomi nation. Today she walks us through the importance of the stories we tell ourselves, rewriting the stories we’ve been told that we’ve outgrown, and telling new stories about community and connection to ourselves, to the land, and to one another. Join us as we dive deep this week into stories, imagination, and hope amidst collapse. Show Notes:Substack - Liminality JournalEverything is a StoryKaitlin’s InstagramDon’t Bother the Earth Spirit by: Joy HarjoTakeawaysStories are time capsules that evolve with us, reflecting our growth.Grief is a sacred space that, when embraced, can lead to profound healing.Imagination is a vital tool for envisioning a better world and living beyond our limitations.Connecting with ancestors and the earth provides guidance and strength.Healing stories require patience, presence, and a willingness to face discomfort.Chapters00:00 The Power of Storytelling04:02 Childhood Narratives and Personal Growth12:20 Healing Through Reflection and Connection17:46 Catalysts for Change and Presence23:51 Collective Stories and Community Healing27:55 Healing Through Grief and Community31:18 The Role of Imagination in Writing36:07 Wisdom of Midlife Transitions41:47 Navigating Edges: Pleasure, Risk, and Pain47:35 Fear and Failure as Invitations50:27 Claiming Words as Medicine