Dreamy Cappuccino - Inspiring stories, musings, memoirs
Dreamy Cappuccino is where stories, musings and memoirs fill your cup with inspiration. Go on an adventure into the pipes with a mouse who makes incredible music and hear the wild stories of a bench who listens to everything. You may feel like you’re hanging upside down on a branch or on a planet you’ve never heard of before..All stories, musings and memoirs have been written and recorded by Anja Kersten, find out more about here on anjakersten.com. Her e-book ‘Inappropriate Colours, 12 story-delights for the whacky mind’ is available on all main retailers Amazon etc. The music has been especially composed for each story by Chelsea Edwardson, find out more on her website chelseaedwardson.com. And now it’s time to hit the reset button and for this hot, foamy cup of caffeine to take you on a journey into your imagination.It’s time to wake up and to go to dreamland!
Episodes
41 episodes
The Muse's Gift from Space: A Starry-Eyed Surprise
In this playful and mysterious final story of Season 3, the muse returns with a mission—from outer space, no less. Anja reflects on longing, imagination, and unexpected gifts that defy logic but spark delight. Flamenco music, invisibility cloak...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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3:14
The Art of Letting Go: Improvisation and Impermanence
A quiet musing on the fleeting nature of creation. Drawing inspiration from the ephemeral landscape art of Andy Goldsworthy, this episode explores the essence of improvisation — something that can only exist in the now. As each improvised act i...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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1:26
'The Discipline Dilemma': I Just Want to Fly
What happens when a wild soul meets the word "discipline"? In this raw and real reflection, I dive into my complicated relationship with structure, pushing, and pressure. From marathon metaphors to pressure cookers, heartbreaks, and theatre...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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5:07
Peng! Your Muse Just Gave You a Hall Pass From Being Good
What happens when your muse says, “Screw being good—go be you”?This story is an unapologetic joyride into bubblegum punk freedom. A pink Harley, obnoxious chewing, peacock takedowns, dancing in the rain, and cocktails with a side o...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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5:16
"Lost Memories of the Past" – A Story of Inherited Longing and the Ghosts of Silence
Apple strudel. Bread with chives. Gelbwurst, with or without. These small details become portals—pulling us through time, across landscapes of memory, through hallways lined with invisible fogs of unexpressed dreams.In this tender and me...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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2:28
"The Junk Drawer" – A Story About Forgotten Dreams, Pink Pipes, and the Mystery of Narnia
A junk drawer, a junk closet... or a junk garage? So many options for all the bits and pieces we tuck away and forget. In this wildly whimsical and deeply human story, we dive into the oddities of our inner clutter—the half-forgotten d...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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4:05
Lost Traces in the Sea – A Story of Impermanence, Playfulness, and Creative Freedom
Footprints in the sand—traces of existence, about to be washed away. The sea, an eternal keeper of the past, dissolves them without hesitation. What remains is an open canvas, free from expectation, justification, or the need to make sense. Thi...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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2:52
The Tongue Who Wanted to Be a Lip – A Story of Longing, Resistance, and Self-Acceptance
A tongue, tired of its fate, dreams of becoming something else—something freer, something with fewer burdens. It resents the tastes forced upon it, longing for the gentle touch of the outside world. But can we ever truly escape who we are? A ta...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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1:55
The Wild Muse – A Story of Rebellion, Trust, and Unapologetic Pink
She arrives in a whirlwind of drums, pink feather earrings, and roaring laughter. My muse—bold, untamed, and unapologetic—doesn’t ask for permission. She challenges the rules, makes noise when I don’t, and refuses to let me disappear. With wild...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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4:14
The Finger Pointers and the Scapegoat – A Story of Blame, Liberation, and the Ones Left Behind
The scapegoat is gone. The arena, once filled with blame and accusations, stands empty—but the finger pointers can’t stop pointing. What happens when there’s no one left to take the blame? This story explores the strange aftermath of scapegoati...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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4:28
"The Moon Has Fallen" – A Story of Shadows, Desperation, and the Unspoken
In this episode, I share a deeply mysterious and haunting tale of a woman standing at the edge of her own darkness. Sleepless nights, overwhelming sorrow, and a desire to escape consume her. As the moon falls and the night holds its secrets, sh...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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2:10
"The Cowboy Who Killed Joie de Vivre" – A Darkly Playful Tale of Lost Vitality
In this episode, I bring you a story from the Wild West—where cowboys don’t just fight duels; they fight something far more elusive: joie de vivre. When one cowboy decides to capture it, things don’t go as planned. Smoke clouds his min...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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3:01
I Feel Like a Caged Tiger" – A Story of Fury, Loss, and Defiance
In this episode, I share a raw and powerful story—one that speaks to the feeling of being trapped, of performing for a world that demands your presence but rejects your truth. A tiger, once wild and majestic, now caged and broken, questions its...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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3:41
Breaking Free: A Journey of Creative Rebellion and Reflection
In this episode, I explore what it truly means to create freely, sharing my philosophy around the creative process and how embracing freedom in creation allows us to express our most authentic selves. After the musing, I dive into a personal re...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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7:12
Cup of Inspiration: Mirat and Tschibidad, A Peculiar Friendship (Part 3)
Journey into the heart of "Mirat and Tschibidad, A Peculiar Friendship" as the tale reaches its climactic conclusion. Follow Tschibidad, the Mozart bird with a lion's roar, as he embarks on a mission to reunite Mirat with his father for one fin...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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8:31
Cup of Inspiration: Mirat and Tschibidad, A Peculiar Friendship (Part 2)
Continue the captivating journey of "Mirat and Tschibidad, A Peculiar Friendship" as the story delves deeper into the lives of our extraordinary characters. Follow Mirat, the chirruping lion, and his mother as they venture away from their clan,...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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12:52
Cup of Inspiration: Mirat and Tschibidad, A Peculiar Friendship (Part 1)
Embark on an enchanting journey with "Mirat and Tschibidad, A Peculiar Friendship," a tale that celebrates uniqueness, friendship, and self-discovery. Meet Mirat, a trumpet lion who defies the norms of his clan with his bird-like chirrups, and ...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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11:51
Cup of Inspiration: Eddy Knows He Has a Right to Live, Like Everyone Else
Step into the world of Eddy, a devoted companion whose days are numbered due to his declining functionality. Despite his uncertain future, Eddy remains steadfast in his affection for Paula, wondering if she shares the same deep connection.<...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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6:18
Cup of Inspiration: Where is the Beginning?
Welcome the arrival of spring on March 21st, and dive into the contemplative musings of "Where is the Beginning?" This thought-provoking piece invites us to question the nature of beginnings, endings, and the cyclical patterns that define our l...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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7:43
Cup of Inspiration: Fish Come from Heaven, Right?
Dive into the charming and thought-provoking world of "Fish Come from Heaven, Right?" – a tale that mirrors the rapid changes we face in our own lives. Meet Robin the seal, who lives a blissful existence at a seal sanctuary where fish seemingly...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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13:29
Cup of Inspiration: The Cushion of Love
Immerse yourself in the gentle embrace of "The Cushion of Love," a poetic exploration of the transformative power of vulnerability and self-love. This moving piece invites us to face our fears head-on and discover the unexpected reservoir of lo...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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5:06
Cup of Inspiration: The Mole Who Thought to Be a Mole But Wasn't
Discover the heartwarming tale of "The Mole Who Thought to Be a Mole But Wasn't," a story that explores themes of self-discovery, divine intervention, and embracing one's true identity. Follow the journey of a mole who tirelessly digs tunnels d...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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10:27
Cup of Inspiration: I Love Ruins
Embark on a journey through time and memory with "I Love Ruins," a poignant blend of memoir and reflection. Discover the enchanting beauty of Ireland's Dunboy Castle on the Beara Peninsula, as it once was – a stunning ruin surrounded by a meado...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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7:45
Cup of Inspiration: The Rainbow Dragon Who Looked Like a Dragonfly
Venture into a world of hope and renewal with "The Rainbow Dragon Who Looked Like a Dragonfly," a captivating tale about finding light in the darkest of places. Discover the barren landscape, devoid of life, until the narrator stumbles upon a d...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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10:21
Cup of Inspiration: The Star Which Turned into a Starfish
Embark on a transformative journey with "The Star Which Turned into a Starfish," a captivating tale that explores the limitless potential of imagination and the power of surrender. Follow the story of a star longing to escape the confines of th...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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7:09