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Tales for Life

Do you love listening to stories that transport you to different worlds and times? Do you want to be entertained while you learn from the wisdom and experience of the characters and storytellers? If so, then Tales for Life is the podcast for you. In each episode, we will explore a folk or fairy tale from a different culture and region, and discover the life lessons, values, and morals that they offer. Whether it is about achieving success, love, being your best self, or other themes that help us on

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10:47

Air Castles

Tales for Life ·

2024/09/16

Dreaming, visualizing, and setting goals are necessary for achieving success. The danger comes when our dreams turn into daydreams and lose ourselves in inaction because we're too busy living our lives in our heads. This tale from the Middle East is a powerful reminder to us to make sure we dream...and do.

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11:23

Let's Laugh Again

Tales for Life ·

2024/09/09

Not only did our forefathers leave wisdom in the tales from long ago, they also left us laughter. This episode features a collection of short, funny tales from Europe and Asia filled with folk funnies!

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13:30

The Yellow Brick Road is Long, Full of Work, And...

Tales for Life ·

2024/09/02

Whatever our "Emerald City" or goal is, there's a yellow brick road to walk in order to get there. Getting down that road can sometimes be a long, lonely journey, but it's always worth it. A fun story from Mary Mapes Dodge illustrates this perfectly, and shows us that the end of the journey is so satisfying.

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11:39

The Cream Rises to the Top

Tales for Life ·

2024/08/26

When life hands you milk, make cream. Attaining an ambitious goal or overcoming adversity is when those who shine will shine brightest. A fun tale from Germany involving rabbits, a magic flute, and a poor kitchen guy remind us of this bit of wisdom in a most amusing way.

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11:34

Your Character Always Shines Through

Tales for Life ·

2024/08/19

Regardless of how we look or how we dress, what's on the inside shines through brighter than anything on the outside. Character counts. This short tale from the Brothers Grimm reminds us that, sooner or later, what's on the inside will show itself on the outside.

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18:49

There Are No Shortcuts

Tales for Life ·

2024/08/12

We live in a world where we want everything to be quick. If it’s not now or immediately after, it takes too long. Except that’s not how life works. Life is a process, and any shortcuts taken in that process will break it. You can’t do something by not doing it. This tale from Norway, more than 150 years old, is a great reminder that accomplishments take time, effort, and dedication. In the end, it's more than worth it.

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26:03

Don't Ruin Your Future by Pining for Your Past

Tales for Life ·

2024/08/05

Progress in life is a continuous journey -- a path that unfolds from our present moment. This episode features a timeless, cautionary tale from Japan that underscores this truth with unwavering clarity.

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8:50

The Grass Is Not Always Greener

Tales for Life ·

2024/07/29

Spilled beer, pigs climbing trees, and the question of what to name children who aren't yet born all combine in this episode in a funny French tale with a dose of wisdom for today and generations to come. The green grass is probably right under your own feet.

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17:42

Want to Be Loved? Love Yourself

Tales for Life ·

2024/07/22

A soldier out of work, a deal with the devil, and a promise made by a man down on his luck combine to teach a valuable lesson that has stood for over three centuries. Even before words like "self-esteem" and "self-respect" were common terms, the "folk" were telling tales about it.

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11:09

Invest in People Too

Tales for Life ·

2024/07/15

An old man and woman, a pet sparrow, a horrible deed, and a just reward. This traditional tale from Japan shows us that the best investment to make is one in people, because that's the only way you can buy happiness.

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18:03

It's Your Choices, Not Your Circumstances

Tales for Life ·

2024/07/08

A chambermaid, a princess-turned-goose girl, a king, and a tale more than 200 years old combine to remind us that it's the choices we make that create our circumstances.

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10:27

Fortune Favors the Diligent

Tales for Life ·

2024/07/01

The "Theory of Luck" tells us that luck does indeed exist. But how do we get lucky? With a little help from the Brothers Grimm, we see that luck will find us...if we just keep going.

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27:40

Know Your Why

Tales for Life ·

2024/06/24

Setting a goal is great, but it's the why behind the goal that is really important. In this version of "Jack and the Beanstalk," based closely on the original, we see how important it is to keep our why in mind as we strive for whatever goal we seek. And when we do, nothing can stop us.

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24:49

Life's Not Fair -- Adapt to It

Tales for Life ·

2024/06/17

Jam, giants, a unicorn, and a tailor with loads of self-belief show us that the greatest ability we have is adaptability. With proper application, we can adapt and get to places we never thought possible!

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14:29

Hold Tight to Your Principles

Tales for Life ·

2024/06/10

What do a king (Russian czar), shepherd, and the refusal to say "To your good health" have to do with you? Maybe a lot more than you know! Tune in and find out how principles can take you everywhere!

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9:04

All the Fun of Fame

Tales for Life ·

2024/06/03

Fame, infamy, fun. In this episode, with a little help from a tale from The Thousand and One Nights, we take a funny look at one of the pitfalls of notoriety.

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17:30

Look Like What You Want or You’ll Be Stuck with What...

Tales for Life ·

2024/05/27

We may say that you can't judge a book by its cover, but we do anyway. Appearances matter. A fun tale from Spain, and a funny tale from Turkey, help illustrate the point that you're only going to get to the ball if you dress for it.

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15:22

A Little Kindness Goes A Long Way

Tales for Life ·

2024/05/20

A poor old man and woman, a bird trapped by a snare, and a classic and unforgettable tale combine to remind us that it doesn't take much to be kind and to make the world a better place by doing so.

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12:16

It's the Little Things

Tales for Life ·

2024/05/13

The best things in life might not be free, but they're far from the most expensive. Many have a value far exceeding their price tag. This tale from France, first published over 130 years ago, helps to remind us of just that.

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15:00

Don't Forget to Laugh

Tales for Life ·

2024/05/06

Laughter has been called the best medicine. Even if you don't need a doctor, a little humor can still be a great perk-me-up. Enjoy this episode of four stories bound to bring at least a smile -- and probably more -- to your face.

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