The Stories We Tell… and the Person They’re Creating

Send us Fan MailThe stories we tell ourselves and others are doing more than explaining our experiences… they are shaping who we become.In this episode of Project You 2.2, Carrie Helmer explores the subtle ways our words, reactions, and conversations reveal what is happening beneath the surface. From workplace conversations and gossip to teenage belonging and everyday frustrations, we’ll look at how the angle we choose when telling a story often reveals more than the facts themselves.Carrie shares a powerful reminder: we all need spaces to process life, but there is a difference between processing and positioning. Are we seeking understanding… or are we trying to prove our place in the story?Through personal experiences, including her Apple Pay frustration saga, Carrie challenges us to notice the moments when our environments, emotions, and conversations begin shaping our identity.This week’s “ping moment” invitation: -  Notice the stories you tell. - Pay attention to your tone and your angle. - Ask yourself: Why am I telling this story this way?Because every conversation, every reaction, and every story we repeat is quietly creating the person we are becoming.Project You 2.2 is about becoming more intentional—one small shift at a time.If you enjoy these conversations, tap Follow or Subscribe on your podcast app. It’s completely free and simply helps you stay connected so you don’t miss future episodes. (Think of it as being an A+ student in your own growth journey!)