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It Could Be Worse with Dara Levan
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In this episode of My Simplified Life, host Michelle Glogovac sits down with author Dara Levan to discuss her debut novel, It Could Be Worse. The two delve deep into the themes of resilience and authenticity throughout Dara’s work and her unique journey from a speech therapist to a published author. They also touch on the importance of maintaining long-lasting friendships and the value of self-discovery.
What we’re talking about
The Power of Resilience
The Importance of Authenticity
The Value of Long-Lasting Friendships
The Power of Resilience
Dara’s novel, It Could Be Worse, explores the theme of resilience. She believes that radiance emerges from our breaking points and that life's challenges don't have to break us. This theme also resonated with Michelle, who agrees that while people may have their 'bad' moments, it doesn't make them entirely bad.
The Importance of Authenticity
Dara emphasizes the importance of being authentic in relationships. She believes every relationship might not turn out as we want them to, but that's okay. This theme is embodied in the relationships between the characters in Dara’s novel, who are seen as being their authentic selves and calling each other out when needed.
The Value of Long-Lasting Friendships
Michelle and Dara discuss the importance of maintaining long-lasting friendships. They believe such friendships offer a unique perspective as they allow us to see and know a person through various stages of life. Dara’s novel also explores this theme through the friendship between the protagonist Allegra and Ruby, who have known each other since their summer camp days.
LINKS MENTIONED
It Could Be Worse by Dara Levan
https://instagram.com/dara.levan
https://facebook.com/daralevanwriter
Every Soul Has A Story Podcast
https://open.spotify.com/show/5wx1bGK5Rc96uhTQgL7D43?si=af25f0b783f94725
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