In this episode of We Love Everyone, Marcy Barbaro and Alex Morin explore the powerful connection between editing, perspective, and identity.

They dive into the idea that editing, whether it’s self-editing or working with an editor, is more than just refining words on a page. It’s a process of revisiting, reinterpreting, and ultimately reshaping the way we see ourselves. Through writing, we are given the opportunity to examine the stories we’ve carried, question the assumptions we’ve made, and consciously choose what those experiences mean.

Marcy and Alex discuss how perspective can soften our interpretation of past events, allowing space for compassion, clarity, and growth. They explore how reframing the past doesn’t change what happened, but it can fundamentally change how we relate to it, and how we move forward.

The conversation also touches on the relationship between past and present, and how our stories continuously inform who we are becoming. At its core, this episode is about doing the hard, meaningful work of writing your story, and why that process is one of the most fulfilling and transformative things a person can do.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• How editing becomes a tool for rewriting identity
• The role of perspective in reshaping past experiences
• Why reframing your story can change how you see yourself
• How the past informs the present (and future)
• The emotional and personal value of writing your story
• Why doing the hard work of reflection and writing matters