The most common storytelling mistake (and why it makes people tune out)

What Actually Works on Stage ( Simple, realistic, and doable when you’re nervous)

What actually helps you become a stronger speaker when you still feel nervous, unsure, or afraid people will judge you? In this episode, I break down a simple, realistic approach that works far better than waiting to “feel confident” first. I’m sharing an easy 3-part structure you can use to speak more clearly about your message, your story, and what you stand for without sounding rehearsed, rambling, or overly polished. We talk about why confidence is a result, not a prerequisite… why practicing out loud matters more than perfecting your message in private… and how small, honest repetition can help you become more grounded on video, in interviews, and on stage. If you’ve been wondering how to talk about your work in a way that feels natural, human, and memorable, this episode will help you start. If this was helpful, I share more inside my community SOUL Story Lounge here: http://soulstorylounge.com

The most common storytelling mistake (and why it makes people tune out)

Ever get on a mic and suddenly feel the urge to “prove” you’re worth listening to? In this episode, I’m naming one of the most common mistakes authors make when sharing their story on podcasts, Zooms, and stages: turning the story into a credibility pitch. Not because you’re arrogant, but because fear of judgment makes you reach for safety, and “safety” often sounds like extra context, qualifications, and explaining. You’ll learn why people tune out when your story becomes a resume, what “human specificity” actually means (and why it makes people lean in), and a simple shift you can make immediately: stop trying to make your story acceptable and start making it specific. If you’ve ever rushed past the emotional moment, skipped the scene, or jumped straight to the lesson so you wouldn’t feel exposed, this episode will help you tell the truth with more clarity and less self-protection, without oversharing. If this was helpful, I share more inside my community SOUL Story Lounge here: http://soulstorylounge.com

4 Step Storytelling Framework

Brenda Adelman shares her 4 step SOUL Story Method to help you Find Your Story, Heal from your Story, Express Your Story Creatively and Make a Big Impact. She also shares the 3 different stages of storytelling and more. This was part of the Poduty Festival 2023https://poduty.com Comment below for her FREE gift.

SOUL Speak Edition

The Story Show with Brenda Adelman SOUL Speak.Once a month I invite people on to share their stories because I believe by owning our stories, healing from them and sharing them powerfully changes lives, gives us influence and helps us to make a better world.We help others to know they are NOT alone and there is a feeling we get when we are self-expressed that is undeniable and the only way to feel it is to go for it.Thank you to my incredible guest storytellers Mariam Safla and Laya Nicole for coming on and daring to share.they inspired me to share a short piece I have not shared before.

From Memoir to One‑Woman Show - Telling the Stories That Heal

In this powerful conversation, Brenda sits down with storyteller and author Kirstyn Lazur to explore the transformation of deeply held experiences into cathartic art. Kirstyn shares her journey from writing her memoir to working through fear, shame, and family response — and now bringing that same story to life as a one‑person show. Together, they discuss: * Why stories aren’t truly finished after publication * How embracing vulnerability leads to healing * What it takes to move a story from the page to the stage * The difference between living smaller because of our secrets vs thriving by sharing them * The power of community and witness in storytelling * How the process of embodiment (acting, character work) unlocks emotional expression Kirstyn opens up about writing a memoir filled with spiritual mystery and personal challenge, the intense process of crafting the manuscript, and her release into community and performance. She and Brenda dig into the heart of storytelling as a force for collective healing and personal transformation. ✨ Kirstyn one-woman show was developed and directed for the stage by Brenda Adelman. Guest Links * KirstynLazur.com— Kirstyn's official site — Find her book and more about her work there * Kirstyn's Book on Amazon — Available through the link on her site Get Brenda Adelman's Stage-Ready Story Checklist here for FREE and never be unprepared before:https://brendaadelman.lpages.co/stage-ready-story-checklist/For a Limited Time you can also schedule a free Storytelling Activation session with Brenda ($147 value) Go here: https://tidycal.com/brendaadelman/storytelling-activation-30