ReThinking

Dolly Parton is burning up, not burning out

Dec 20, 2022

Beloved musician and humanitarian Dolly Parton opens up about her innovative creative process. She shares insights into balancing ambition with authenticity, revealing how her love for music drives her work. Discussing her latest venture, a novel paired with a companion album, she highlights themes of empowerment and independence. Dolly reflects on resilience, emotional authenticity, and the joy of continued creation, proving that she’s not just burning out but burning bright in her remarkable journey.

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Dolly Parton

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Intro

3min

Songs and Stories: A Creative Partnership

4min

Navigating Ambition and Authenticity

7min

Empowering Employees Through Education and Embracing Identity

2min

Embracing Creative Freedom

10min

As we get ready for 2023, we’re excited to bring you a conversation Adam had earlier this year with beloved musician Dolly Parton. Adam talks with Dolly about her creative process, how she balances getting things right with getting things done, and how she manages the hefty cup of ambition she pours herself each morning. Her latest project, “Run, Rose, Run” is both a novel coauthored with James Patterson and a full-length companion album. For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/T4G26

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