Wired for Story: The Hero's Journey and Why Stories Shape Us | Epilogues & Epiphanies with Neil Greathouse

Humans are wired for story — not just for entertainment, but for survival. From cave walls to cinema screens, our brains are built to recognize patterns, feel connection, and find meaning through narrative.Lyndsey and Neil Greathouse unpack the invisible scaffolding that holds great stories together — and why we feel so disoriented when that structure breaks down. They dive into the Hero's Journey, the difference between being the guide and the hero, and what it really means when you keep finding yourself stuck in the same "season" of life.If you've ever wondered why certain stories stick — and how to live your own arc with more self-awareness — this conversation is for you.—Epilogues & Epiphanies is a pop culture podcast hosted by Lyndsey McPherson (MA Counseling) that digs into movies, TV, and storytelling to uncover what they reveal about being human. New episodes drop regularly. Subscribe wherever you listen.Website: https://www.lyndsey-mcpherson.com/