22. Year One Reflections: Life Story Methods and Meaningful Living

from Capturing Essence for Care: Life Stories, Creativity and Meaningful Living · host Lisa Joworski, Life Story Resource, Therapeutic Recreation and Digital Storytelling Facilitator

Send us Fan MailLife Story Methods and Meaningful Living: Year One ReflectionsWhat if capturing your stories today could transform how others care for you tomorrow? After nearly a year and 22 episodes, I'm reflecting on what I've learned about capturing essence—and why this podcast is evolving to focus on meaningful living right now, not just future care.In this episode, you'll discover:Why capturing your essence nurtures well-being in the present moment, not just preservation for laterThe many ways to capture life stories: digital storytelling, guided autobiography, photography, music, and videoHow podcasting became my creative outlet and community connectorKey themes from year one: lived experiences, storytelling tools, visual stories, and person-centred careWhy I'm changing the subtitle to reflect proactive approaches to life story workWhat's coming in year two: returning guests and new conversations about creativity and identityThis podcast serves:Anyone wanting to preserve what makes them uniquely themselvesPeople curious about life story work and creative expressionDIYers learning to capture stories themselvesProfessionals interested in person-centred approachesComing in Year Two:Kristy Wolfe on my storytelling journey (February)Sean Cisterna on Silver Screamers and lifelong learningDr. Cheryl Svensson and Sarah White on the "Second Chances" anthologyDr. Angela Roberts on super agingConnect with Capturing Essence for Care:Text the show using the link in your podcast playerEmail: [email protected]: facebook.com/AWEStruckAspirationsWebsite: capturingessenceforcare.buzzsprout.comEnjoying the show? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share with someone exploring their life story journey!Thank you for listening!Do you have a question or a topic related to "capturing essence for care" that you would like discussed on the podcast? Email: [email protected] use the "Send us Fan Mail" link at the top of the Episode Description to text the show!Interested in learning more? Check out my Etsy ShopVisit my YouTube channel or websiteIntro and outro music with thanks: Upbeat and Sweet No Strings by Musictown Lisa brings over 25 years of experience working in healthcare settings with older adults. The perspectives shared on this podcast are her own and do not represent the views of any past or current employer. Patient/resident stories are shared only with explicit permission or as anonymized composites for educational purposes.

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