EP191 The Magic of Everyday Storytelling with Sara Lohse

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Have you ever stopped yourself from telling a story because you thought, “Well, that’s not important enough” or “That’s too small, nobody cares about that”? Or maybe you’ve worried that if you share your story, people will think you’re being too vulnerable, too much, or (worst of all) a little bit “woe is me.”

That’s exactly why Sami and Angela were so excited to sit down with Sara Lohse on this episode of Be Freaking Awesome. They first met Sara at PodFest and instantly knew she needed to be on the show. Sara is a storyteller, podcast producer, and author who can take something as simple as a pen and turn it into a powerful connection moment that sticks with you. (And yes, she shares a pen story in this episode!)

What makes Sara stand out is how approachable she makes storytelling feel. You don’t have to have some giant, traumatic, dramatic event in your past to be a storyteller. You don’t need to sound like a polished keynote speaker. You just need to notice the everyday moments and share them in ways that make people say, “Oh my gosh, me too.”

In this conversation, listeners will discover:

• Why the everyday, ordinary stories connect better than the “headline” ones.
• How to strike the right balance between too many details and not enough.
• The mindset shift that takes the pressure off: your story isn’t really about you.
• Practical tips for practicing storytelling without feeling like you’re “performing.”
• And plenty of laughs about exaggerating stories just a little for effect.

If you’re a business owner, a coach, a speaker, or just someone who wants to connect more authentically, Sara’s wisdom and humor will help you see your stories in a whole new light.

So grab your coffee, pull up your notes app (or your favorite pen 😉), and press play right now. By the end of this episode, you’ll feel inspired to stop waiting for the “perfect” story and start sharing the ones you already have, because your stories are freaking awesome.

You can find Sara Lohse and grab her book Open This Book at openthisbook.com. You’ll also find her socials and more resources there.

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