"The universe is made of stories, not of atoms." - Muriel Rukeyser
In the realm of both atoms and stories, the core elements define the structure and outcomes.
Consider the nucleus of an atom as the main desire in a story. This is not just any part—it's the central, driving force of our story, the primary goal or aspiration that propels all action. It's dense, significant, and fundamentally shapes the story's trajectory.
Protons, with their positive charge, symbolize our protagonists—individuals or ideas charged with the energy to pursue this main desire. They are the active forces working tirelessly to achieve the central goals, facing obstacles and overcoming challenges.
Neutrons, neutral yet vital, can be seen as the context or environment that supports the narrative. They add stability and depth, influencing how the protagonists move and interact, shaping the story without directly driving it.
Electrons, circling the nucleus with their dynamic energy, represent the obstacles and antagonistic forces. Their interactions with the protons create the drama and tension in our story, providing the resistance that makes the pursuit of the main desire compelling and meaningful.
Our strategies, projects, and initiatives are more than just plans and data—they are narratives with desires, characters, and conflicts that engage and inspire.
Atoms are the building blocks of our universe. But so are stories. See what happens when you start thinking of our structures in terms of stories. What outcomes will you achieve?