S2 Ep1698: MAKING MEMOIR MAGIC Kerry Kriseman: Storytelling Skills You Can Use in Life

Think storytelling is just for authors? Think again. In this episode, Kerry Kriseman, author of Accidental First Lady and memoir coach, shows how storytelling is a skill everyone can use—in your career, relationships, and everyday life. From the wisdom of our ancestors to the lessons in memoir writing, Kerry shares practical strategies and real-life examples to help you tell stories that connect, inspire, and leave a lasting impression.👉Learn why storytelling isn’t just about drama—it’s about emotion, conflict, and resolution. Kerry also shares personal stories from her book, including navigating public life, parenting while supporting a political career, and facing serious health challenges, showing how vulnerability and perspective create connection.👉Discover actionable ways to practice storytelling in your own life, from journaling and sharing small moments to using the Emotion-Conflict-Resolution framework. By the end of this episode, you’ll feel inspired—and equipped—to share your story, one story at a time.👉 Meet Kerry in person on Feb. 10 10am-noon at OLLI USF St. Petersburg Open House where she is the keynote speaker "The Wisdom We Carry In Our Stories."Key Takeaways Storytelling isn’t just for authors—it’s a life skill that builds connection, empathy, and influence. Use the Emotion-Conflict-Resolution framework to make every story memorable. Memoir is storytelling at its most intentional, teaching you how to craft moments that resonate deeply. Actionable tips to start practicing storytelling today: Start small: share one moment from your day. Use Emotion-Conflict-Resolution to structure stories. Observe which stories resonate with others. Keep a story journal for raw material. Practice consciously in work, family, or social settings. Resources & Links  Accidental First Lady: On the Front Lines (and Behind the Scenes) of Local Politics by Kerry Kriseman Free Facebook Group: Memoir Magic for Aspiring Authors Memoir Magic Write-Ins: Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. ET via Zoom (join through the Facebook group) Want to practice your storytelling and get words on the page? Join Kerry’s free Memoir Magic Write-Ins and start crafting your story today. Every life is a story worth telling, and every story is worth telling well. #makingmemoirmagic #kerrykriseman #writingcoach #editing #memoircoach #storytelling #aspiringauthors #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete