Template Trap
- Don't rely solely on templates like "the hero's journey".
- Templates have value, but they can restrict creativity.
Process Spectrum
- Explore different storytelling processes, ranging from improvisation to detailed planning.
- Find the approach that suits your situation and story.
Field Stoning
- Gather story material through "field stoning."
- List settings, characters, and events, focusing on personal experiences.
Once upon a time, two podcasters, Stan and Marshall, sat down to discuss the complex art of storytelling, and how to do it right. The two chatted about what makes stories work, and the process, principles, and components that go into successful stories. The End.
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