Speak Up Storytelling Live from Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health with Kathy Binder (Part 1)
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Dec 11, 2019 Special guest Kathy Binder and the host discuss the power of storytelling in building connections and sharing personal experiences. They share humorous and touching stories, including justifying throwing a shoe at a student and finding connection through Monty Python. The podcast also explores vulnerability, growth, humor, and unique bonds between twins, ending with a parent's acceptance of their daughter's decision to get a tattoo.
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Monty Python Turned A Quiet Kid Into A Performer
- Matthew shares how shouting a Monty Python line accidentally unlocked a shy student named Annalise.
- That chance moment led her to confidence, writing, and performing, and taught him not to give up on quiet kids.
Vulnerability Trumps Bragging
- Vulnerability connects people more than success stories do and invites others to share their secrets.
- Matthew Dicks emphasizes telling failures to make audiences feel less alone and closer to you.
Tell Your Hard Stories
- Tell the hard, shameful stories because they make audiences feel safer and more connected.
- Saying shame aloud reduces others' isolation and invites genuine closeness.