

What's your story? Life narrative and "main character" thinking
Jul 9, 2024
The podcast explores the concept of life narratives and challenges the idea of viewing life as a linear story. It discusses main character syndrome, the consequences of prescriptive story forms, and the need for diverse narrative forms. Additionally, it delves into the role of agency in life narratives, memory, identity, and narrative disruptions.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Exploring Philosophy of Fiction and Life Narratives
01:31 • 2min
Exploring Main Character Syndrome and Life Narratives
03:19 • 15min
Exploring Coincidence and Fate in Literature and Life Narratives
18:33 • 3min
Reevaluating the Role of Agency in Life Narratives
21:40 • 4min
Exploring Memory, Identity, and Narrative Disruptions
25:38 • 3min