086 - That Halloween Is Slowly Recovering

Today I noticed how Halloween in our neighborhood (which are usually Mardi Gras levels of crazy, but took a hit during Covid) is gradually returning to its former craziness. The creative lesson I took from this Noticing is the enduring strength of traditions and communal rituals in the face of adversity. In writing, we can show this in how our characters and communities respond to and recover from challenges. The return of familiar customs can symbolize hope, continuity, and the human spirit’s capacity for renewal.WANT MORE?Members get extra episodes of the podcast, extra companion blog posts (see below), and more every week … all for the price of a fancy coffee. Learn about membership here.Prefer reading?Listening to the Art of Noticing podcast is only one way to get these lessons. Every episode of the podcast also has a complete companion blog post, all of which you can find here. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit johnnybtruant.substack.com