In this solo episode, host Shelbi Jones reflects on her transformative experience at the Generation Women writing retreat in the Catskills. She shares the highs and lows of the retreat, including the sense of community it fostered and the challenges she faced around her identity as a writer.

The episode also delves into her struggles with defining herself as a writer and what it means to embrace that identity fully. The host discusses the value of connecting with fellow writers and the power of storytelling as a means of self-discovery.

To wrap up, she shares exciting news about performing at the Generation Women show on 2/2 at Joe’s Pub, giving listeners a sneak peek into the story she’ll be sharing.

Generation Women is a multigenerational storytelling series that amplifies underheard voices by inviting performers across generations to share original true stories on themes that foster intergenerational connection and community.

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