“There isn’t a stronger connection between people than storytelling.” Jimmy Neil Smith, Director of the International Storytelling Center
Have you ever been in the heart of a crisis, at a significant crossroads, or simply not sure what to do next? And then someone told you a story that opened your eyes to a new way ahead or a new course of action?
If so, you’re not alone!
Sharing stories is a powerful way to connect with others, which can facilitate the healing process for ourselves. Storytelling can help us learn about the tragedy and comedy of life and make us feel less alone, confused, or troubled.
Stories are also a bonding tool because everyone can identify with and relate to a story. They unite people in their quest to overcome turmoil or obstacles; to find a new perspective; or to change some aspect of their present circumstances.
Hearing someone else’s story can provide hope, clarity, courage, solace, comfort, and understanding. Often, the only thing that can help someone who is in the middle of great tragedy or simply tough circumstances is the account of someone else who has been through something similar and made it to the other side, wounds and all.
Therapeutic Storytelling, also called Healing Storytelling, uses creative metaphors and individualized stories to address challenging experiences; offer possible resolutions; and provide the opportunity for insight and reflection.
This form of narrative is so much more than “just” a story.
A story can move you.
A therapeutic story can move you to action.
A story can transform your perspective.
A therapeutic story can heal your perspective and transform your life.
A story can transport you to another world for awhile.
A therapeutic story can help you create another world for yourself where you can live forever.
Quite simply, Therapeutic Storytelling can be your key to healing and happiness!
“The purpose of a storyteller is not to tell you how to think, but to give you questions to think upon.” Brandon Sanderson
At the heart of my practice is a powerful and proven three-step process called Examine Envision Emerge that will show you how examine your current thought patterns and belief systems; envision what you want to have, be, do, or change in your life; and forge a new trail to emerge into the light of a brighter future.
I use Therapeutic Storytelling in all of my offerings – books, blogs, webinars, and videos – to provide a roadmap to anyone who wants to incorporate the power of the Examine Envision Emerge process into their daily lives. For each step, I include a variety of thought-provoking “questions to think upon,” which you can use to gain clarity and insight into your current situation and find solutions that you had not considered before.
Ready to get started? Feel free to wander at will through this website!
And want to read my own story about how Examine Envision Emerge literally rescued me? Check out EEE To The Rescue!
