Liminal Writing: On Upheavals

In this episode of Liminal Writing, Ces and Lee explore the theme of “upheaval”. Drawing on their experiences growing up in the Philippines and navigating identity in a changing world, they reflect on the emotional and societal turbulence that shapes our lives.Key takeaways:Upheaval can be both external (natural disasters, political shifts) and internal (emotional turmoil, identity struggles).Personal experiences and cultural backgrounds deeply influence how we process and express upheaval.Finding community, resilience, and authenticity is essential in times of uncertainty.Open dialogue and creative expression can help us navigate and make sense of challenging times.0:00 – Welcome and brief intro into the writing process0:42 – Ces’ piece on personal emotional turmoil.1:55 – Lee’s piece on being swept into the unknown.2:52 – Ces and Lee discuss how their imagery is influenced by growing up in the Philippines, a country prone to natural disasters, and how these experiences shape their understanding of upheaval.4:32 – The conversation shifts to global and societal upheaval, including political polarization, the rise of conservatism, and the erosion of civil rights.6:26 – Lee shares personal experiences as a trans man in North America, discussing vulnerability, the search for safe spaces, and the challenges of living authentically in a polarized world.9:44 – The Importance of Community and Resilience. Despite challenges, Lee and Ces emphasize the importance of holding onto community, family, and self-acceptance.13:14 – Closing Thoughts and Sign offThank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and join us next time for more creative exploration.—Hosts: Ces Millado & Lee Moran#liminalwriting, #creativewriting, #writingwithfriends, #wildmindwriting, #cesmillado, #leemoran, #poetry, #prose, #upheavals, #transrights, #transgender, #earthquakes, #naturaldisasters, #upheaval