This podcast episode, inspired by bestselling author Mei Mei Fox's TEDx talk "How Storytelling Can Heal Trauma and Our Divided World," delves into the transformational impact of storytelling in bridging divides at personal, organizational, and global levels.  Host Leigh Morgan and guest Mei Mei Fox discuss how both telling and listening to stories can form new neural connections and promote connection and understanding across many dimensions of difference. The conversation highlights what Fox calls the "Story Cure" and its central role in fostering empathy and bonding, which serves as a foundation for creativity and problem-solving. They also consider the dangers associated with the "Story Curse" and how fear-based social media algorithms can amplify divisiveness and polarization.They dive into the influence of technology, ethical leadership in digital spaces, and how storytelling helped Rwanda transform deep trauma from genocide into a more united national culture. These and other real-world examples underscore the transformative power of sharing personal narratives. Morgan and Fox end with specific tools listeners can use to amplify the benefits of storytelling to heal the world. These tools include asking someone "What's your story?", taking five minutes a day to journal, and as leaders, encouraging teams to share stories to unlock creative problem-solving.Connect with MeiMei Fox: Website and watch her TEDx talk Support the show

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