How to Interview Your Parents Before They’re Gone, with Kyle Thiermann | Ep 9
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In this Thanksgiving special, Tommy Sobel has a vulnerable convo with award-winning journalist & author Kyle Thiermann on what inspired his new book, One Last Question Before You Go, about how to interview your parents to uncover hidden generational wisdom, heal family wounds, and enhance personal growth.
This new episode of Becoming Superconscious also touches on the emotional & spiritual impact of writing, offering tips for overcoming the hurdles of publishing a book.
If you’re interested in preserving your family's wisdom, this episode is a call to action that makes it easy for you to become the historian of your own family and preserve important life lessons for generations to come.
Episode Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and First Impressions
00:27 Podcast Beginnings and Spirituality
01:32 Welcoming the Guest: Kyle Thiermann
04:21 The Importance of Interviewing Your Parents
10:23 Personal Stories and Reflections
15:10 The Value of Deep Questions
25:47 Challenges in Parent-Child Relationships
36:22 Navigating Interview Awkwardness
36:44 Handling Awkward Moments in Interviews
37:14 Using Body Language and Techniques from Experts
38:07 Using Photos to Prompt Stories
39:21 Scheduling Interviews with Busy Parents
41:01 The Evolution of the Book Project
42:37 Exploring the Shifting Concept of Parenthood
44:54 The Writing Process and Overcoming Blocks
45:29 Writing as a Spiritual Practice
46:51 The Importance of Consistency in Writing
55:04 The Role of Accountability in Completing Projects
01:08:59 The Journey of Authenticity in Writing
01:11:45 Concluding Thoughts and High Fives
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