Stories in Our DNA – Ep 1: The Firelight Beginning
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Why are we addicted to stories? Why do they move us, connect us, and sometimes even save us?
In this powerful season opener, Helen takes you back to where storytelling began - the firelight. From ancient myths to neuroscience, from Darwin and Harari to boardrooms and dreams, this episode reveals why storytelling is hardwired into our biology, leadership, and healing.
Helen also shares her own story, of losing her voice and finding it again through the power of narrative.
In this episode:
- The evolutionary reason behind fear of public speaking
- Why Homo sapiens survived — and storytelling’s role in it
- What your dreams teach you about narrative
- How story builds trust, empathy, and connection
- Real-world coaching stories that show the power of story in action
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