Storytelling Tip #7: Tell the stories that you have a passion for
I have a lot of stories on my imaginary shelf. Some have been there for a very long time. I’m sure a new one or two will pop in today. And, some disappear and then are those that pop in and out. I learn something from all of them … What about that passion we have for a tale that has nothing to do with love, the ones that provoke a passionate revulsion – a strong feeling of wanting to turn away – shut the door. The stories that produce those kind of – what some call – negative feelings can be treasures in disguise.
Storytelling Tip #6: Consider the listener within
When we tell stories we are listening too. I remember telling a personal story where every time I shared it I referenced coffee and how much I loved it. I was giving it up and had been for a while …
Storytelling Tip#5: consider the personal story
Are the stories you’re sharing and listening to personal stories? What stories do we share that are not personal?
Storytelling Tip #4: Words and fences
What words do you choose to use when sharing your story? Both tellers and listeners may have fences around the words they share and/or are will to listen to.
Storytelling Tip #3 – What is a story?
Do stories have a beginning, a middle and an end? Can a story be told without words? Or in one word? Seriously, what makes something a story?
Storytelling Tip #2: Listen
Listen to the stories around you. That is listen to the stories your friends, co-workers, acquaintances and others are sharing. You might even find it interesting to more consciously listen to your own stories – you may be in for some surprises.
Storytelling Tip #1: Share your stories
For the next thirty-one days I’m going to be sharing tips for those of you who desire to hone up your storytelling skills.
The unexpected journey
My work today moved in some unexpected ways and so it is too late to do much more than be satisfied. Satisfied with what I’ve accomplished and the projects and bits and pieces that lay not yet completed. Satisfaction can be a very joyful thing even if there is more to do.
The joy of change – an unexpected Halloween party at the grocery store
Today was the first day I ventured out to the grocery store since we’ve been told to socially isolate, stay home, and go out only for essentials. What I didn’t fully realize was that I would be attending an all-out Halloween party where all the party-goers [shoppers] would be dealing with change . . . Who wouldn’t be jazzed about attending such an event. I was so excited I was up at 3 am wondering how I might navigate this new-world experience.
