The Power of Storytelling with Christine Matheson-Green - PERSPECTIVES S3 E3

From Ballerina to Startup Founder: The Power of Storytelling with Christine Matheson-Green

In this deeply engaging episode of Active Kreative Perspectives, Valerie sits down with the inspiring Christine Matheson-Green, founder of Remember Press, a publishing platform that helps people turn their stories into lasting legacies.

At 73 years young, Christine defies expectations by launching a tech startup, proving that creativity, resilience, and the courage to evolve know no age limits. With a life journey that spans being a ballet dancer, actress, teacher, entrepreneur, journalist, and now a book-writing coach, Christine shares how each chapter of her life led her to the next, driven by her mantra: Why not?

✨ “We began with stories around the campfire to keep us safe. Our stories are our legacy.” – Christine Matheson-Green

⏳ [00:00] – Introduction & Christine’s Journey – From Brisbane to Japan, Tasmania, and beyond, Christine’s adventurous life unfolds.

💡 [00:05] – Overcoming Ageism & Entrepreneurship at 73 – How she tackled tech startup challenges as a non-tech founder.

📖 [00:13] – The Power of Storytelling – Why writing and publishing your story can be a transformative and healing process.

🧘‍♀️ [00:16] – Writing as Therapy – How memoirs can cleanse trauma and create a new sense of purpose.

🌍 [00:24] – Digital Evolution & The Future of Publishing – Embracing AI while preserving the human essence of storytelling.

📚 [00:32] – How to Start Your Own Book – Breaking down the process into four simple questions: Why, What, How, and Who.

🎭 [00:40] – The Legacy of Stories – Why our stories matter, and how leaving behind our narratives shapes history.