Welcome to the fourth episode of Storybounders! Join hosts Jayme and Steve as they dive into the timeless tale of Goldilocks and the Three Bears, using it as a springboard to explore the concept of the “Goldilocks Zone” in our lives.
In this episode, they discuss how this seemingly simple story can teach us about living a balanced, principled life, navigating the tension between “contraries,” or principles that sometimes oppose each other. They reflect on literary examples, such as Jean Valjean from Les Misérables, to illustrate the profound impact of finding balance in conflicting principles.
Tune in to discover how embracing the Goldilocks Zone might be an antidote to the anxiety of our age.
Highlights:
- Analysis of the Goldilocks and the Three Bears story.
- Insights into balancing principles that can often be , like justice and mercy.
- Lessons from Les Misérables and the character of Jean Valjean.
- Practical applications for achieving balance in personal and societal contexts.
Join us as we uncover the stories that inspire and move us, light up our imaginations, and fill us with hope. Find your story and change the world with Storybounders!
Sources and Further Reading:
Hugo, Victor. Les Misérables. A. Lacroix, Verboeckhoven & Cie, 1862.
Halverson, Jared. “Finding Faith in an Age of Doubt.” YouTube, 9 Jan. 2022, www.youtube.com/watch?v=hY9_bN7EFOc.