The Moth The Moth Radio Hour: Live from New York: Give me Five - Stories of the Senses
Apr 29, 2025
Peter Aguero, a seasoned host and storyteller from Queens, shares his transformative experience in a pottery class that reignites his creativity. Tighisti Amahazion, a writer and neuro-nerd, evokes the sensory memories of her childhood in war-torn Eritrea. Bryan Kett, a former science teacher, describes his emotional journey of seeing color for the first time, highlighting the deep connection between senses, emotions, and storytelling. Together, they explore how memory and the senses shape our narratives and experiences.
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Pottery Teaches Mindfulness and Patience
- Pottery requires breath control and mindful touch, teaching patience and self-compassion through physical engagement.
- The process gently shifts focus from psychological pain to present moment sensory awareness.
Senses Shape Memories and Stories
- Sense memories like smell, sight, and sound serve as powerful triggers for recalling personal stories and emotional moments.
- Our senses are the building blocks of how we remember and narrate our life experiences.
Escape Comforted by Donkey's Scent
- Tighisti Amahazion recalls fleeing war in Eritrea with her family and finding comfort in the senses during a difficult escape.
- The companionship of a donkey and sensory memories like smell and touch helped her endure traumatic experiences.