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Welcome to another episode of The Taoist Corner Podcast. Today, rather than continue our work through 365 Tao by Ding Ming-Dao, I’ll interview writer Heidi Pyper, who recently won The Taoist Online’s holiday writing contest!

Heidi Pyper's storytelling not only paints vivid pictures with words, but it also knits the very fabric of her being into each narrative. As this episode unfolds, she takes us on a deeply personal voyage, exploring the memories of her late father and the indelible impact of his surprise theatrical foray. Winner of the Taoist Online holiday writing contest, Heidi's voice is a mix of nostalgia and wonder as she reflects on the complexities of her writing journey. We navigate writers' often surprising decision-making process, examining how Medium has shaped her as a storyteller and the importance of choosing which memories to embrace and which to let flutter away like leaves in the wind.

You can read her touching and heart-warming winning story below.

When Christmas Brought Me The Gift Of Discovering My Father’s Light

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1. Introduction (00:00:00)

2. Why did you write this particular story about your dad? (00:00:00)

3. Was there anything you left out? (00:00:00)

4. Guest Introduction (00:00:15)

5. Tell us about yourself (00:01:39)

6. Tell me more info about your dad (00:09:10)

7. How did your dad become involved in theater? (00:12:13)

8. Why were you surprised to see him on stage? (00:13:31)

9. Rasing money for the British Heart Foundation (00:16:18)

10. Winding down (00:21:19)

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The Taoist Online Interviews Writer Heidi Pyper

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Welcome to another episode of The Taoist Corner Podcast. Today, rather than continue our work through 365 Tao by Ding Ming-Dao, I’ll interview writer Heidi Pyper, who recently won The Taoist Online’s holiday writing contest!

Heidi Pyper's storytelling not only paints vivid pictures with words, but it also knits the very fabric of her being into each narrative. As this episode unfolds, she takes us on a deeply personal voyage, exploring the memories of her late father and the indelible impact of his surprise theatrical foray. Winner of the Taoist Online holiday writing contest, Heidi's voice is a mix of nostalgia and wonder as she reflects on the complexities of her writing journey. We navigate writers' often surprising decision-making process, examining how Medium has shaped her as a storyteller and the importance of choosing which memories to embrace and which to let flutter away like leaves in the wind.

You can read her touching and heart-warming winning story below.

When Christmas Brought Me The Gift Of Discovering My Father’s Light

Do you want to encourage more learners to follow the Tao? I’d absolutely love your support at any level that’s comfortable for you.

$1 per month ($10/year)
$2 per month ($20/year)
$3 per month ($30/year)
$4 per month ($40/year)
$5 per month ($50/year)
Or feel free to contact me anytime by joining my Discord.

… continue reading

Chapters

1. Introduction (00:00:00)

2. Why did you write this particular story about your dad? (00:00:00)

3. Was there anything you left out? (00:00:00)

4. Guest Introduction (00:00:15)

5. Tell us about yourself (00:01:39)

6. Tell me more info about your dad (00:09:10)

7. How did your dad become involved in theater? (00:12:13)

8. Why were you surprised to see him on stage? (00:13:31)

9. Rasing money for the British Heart Foundation (00:16:18)

10. Winding down (00:21:19)

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#Society #Religion #Philosophy #Patrick Stewart #Taoism #Tao #Daoism #Faith #Memoir #Journey #Personal #Parenting #Spiritual Beings #DAO

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