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Everything is a Story with Kaitlin Curtice
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- Radical Sacred
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- Apr 29, 2026
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- 3390
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Summary
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 Journal Everything is a Story Kaitlin’s Instagram Don’t Bother the Earth Spirit by: Joy Harjo Takeaways Stories 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. Chapters 00:00 The Power of Storytelling 04:02 Childhood Narratives and Personal Growth 12:20 Healing Through Reflection and Connection 17:46 Catalysts for Change and Presence 23:51 Collective Stories and Community Healing 27:55 Healing Through Grief and Community 31:18 The Role of Imagination in Writing 36:07 Wisdom of Midlife Transitions 41:47 Navigating Edges: Pleasure, Risk, and Pain 47:35 Fear and Failure as Invitations 50:27 Claiming Words as Medicine