We all have our areas of challenge. I recognize some of mine in each of the personal narratives posted in response to the theme of the topic. Personally, I force myself to listen to NPR, especially at times my usual I-heart has something of non-interest. You have to overlook NPR's constant jumping through hoops to avoid conflicts with their "woke" patrons; but, it can be done. What NPR does, from time to time, is to present personal narratives by people selected for having a gift of introspection. Basically, interesting people looking back on their lives and talking about it. It is only recently I have become aware of the hidden value of this kind of program. In spite of the common beliefs, I don't think people who practice self expression -- artists and musicians - are naturally gifted in introspection. Maybe the music becomes the outlet; I really don't know. Whatever, NPR has discovered that these programs draw listeners. With respect to the creative process, I find observation to be every it as valuable as introspection. Simple point of view, really, not some earth-shaking breakthrough.

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