Writer John Barth is quoted as saying "Everyone is necessarily the hero of his (or her) own life story." Our guest today, Bambi Lynn reminds us that THIS...this is because we have all survived our own stories. The events that have happened in the past have shaped who we are today and have taught us to be resilient. And Bambi didn’t just survive the chaos; she THRIVED and THEN she wrote about it — twice! And guess what? She’s just getting started.

Bambi has come through the fire...we're talking about empty nests, broken hearts, and moving across the damn country to start over… with nothing but a notebook app, a beach, and a burning need to tell her story. This mama of SIX adult kids and grandma to THIRTEEN grandbabies went from feeling like a lonely transplant in the middle of nowhere to blooming, thriving, and building a tribe of fierce, fabulous women who know what struggle tastes like — and who refuse to let it define them.

Not only does Bambi carry with her her own story, but the stories of countless others which she acquired working for the Neilson Ratings, which required her to go into the homes of strangers on a daily and regular basis and, there, she would hold space for the stories of the women and families she encountered in that role. She reminds us that everyone has a story and through the power of shared stories comes understanding and rebirth.

So grab your coffee, your wine, or whatever fuels your fire, because today we’re diving into how storytelling heals, why loneliness doesn’t get the last word, and how sometimes, the only way to find your roots is to let go of everything that’s holding you back. 

In this episode, Bambi teaches us:

1. We have survived our own stories. The things that have happened to us in the past, have shaped who we are today and have developed our ability to be resilient. So, continue to go through the muck, the trials and tribulations...but, don't stay there.
2. Choose your friends by finding people you admire and aspire to be like. Spend time with people who will elevate you. Who you spend time with is what you'll become in 5 years.
3. Find out what your name means and embrace the characteristics that can define you in a way that you value and gives you strength. It is part of who you are.
4. Keep talking. Keep going. Keep persisting. Keep pursuing. You get a voice
5. Everyone has a story. Allow your story to be heard and listen to other's stories, without judgement. It can be life changing.

For more of Bambi:

Website | Healingthroughstories.com

Facebook | bambi.lynn

Instagram | @lynn.bambi

TikTok | healingthroughstories

Thank you so much to Bambi for reminding us that we all have a story and that our stories MATTER. We want to hear your story. Because, when we share our stories, there is power in our vulnerability. There is power in shared circumstance. There is power when women come together and we want to be that catalyst...that hub for community and conversation. Find us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram. We want to hear your story. So join us on this midlife journey. Because it is so much better when we do midlife together!