Comments on: Why is storytelling important?

By: Lydia Fernandes

Lydia Fernandes — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 19:50:13 +0000

Stories are incredibly powerful, I agree! From a business perspective, it does help an entrepreneur make an emotional connection with their audience, which is why personal branding is becoming increasingly popular. But what I really like about women sharing their story is the impact it can make on other women. So much of what we go through - our personal and professional challenges and "a-ha moments" - serve as incredible learning tools to other women. If you are interested in how women are already sharing their stories to serve as virtual role models, you might want to check out the Hot Mommas Project at www.hotmommasproject.org. It is the world's largest online library of professional role models for women and girls. Women sharing their story to help other women. I lead the Canadian arm of the project and am a founding case author as well.

I'll also add that the process of writing one's story is very enlightening and therapeutic. Sometimes we go through life and never really stop to think about who we are and the impact we have already made. The writing process helps to bring so much about yourself to the forefront, and you can begin to see common themes and links interwoven throughout. I certainly know it did for me!

By: Shruti Goradia

Shruti Goradia — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 01:43:28 +0000

You are so right about the power of stories, I feel connected to you inspite of the fact that I only virtually met you yesterday! I am sorry to hear about Charlie. As adults we seldom use simple ways of coping with life's complicated situations. Your simple (and imaginative) solution for your kid is helping you deal with a loss that is so profound. Say Hi to Charlie for me tonight as well – through your story I have learnt a very important lesson.
Shruti

By: Teresa_0222

Teresa_0222 — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 16:29:34 +0000

I agree, storytelling is very powerful. For me, in work or in life, stories serve as bridges to establishing relationships and connections. By telling stories in different situations about my life and everything else I could appropriately bring to the table, I’m able to share part of myself to them and likewise. This helps us become more open to each other and helps make the daily dynamics easier.

I love stories! I thrive in them which is why I always look forward to hearing or learning good ones from people, books, movies and just about anywhere.

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By: ddkays

ddkays — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 13:17:17 +0000

Your greatest hurt in your life can be your greatest testimony. Sharing how God brings us through things is powerful. Share your story! Story is powerful.

By: ddkays

ddkays — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 12:16:38 +0000

Stories allow you to tell people how it happens and what it does to you…then, it becomes more real for them as well.

By: ankurk

ankurk — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 14:30:45 +0000

cool.. your kids are lucky.. make them read the 'amar chitra katha' series.. kids usually love them if narrated properly i have loads of books on these.. you can download videos of ramayana and mahabharata (the original ones by ramanand sagar and B.R.CHOPRA respectively) from YOUTUBE.

my childhood favourite is :- the laxman vs. indrajit combat .. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PALvq2II7JM) …

enjoy.. tc.

By: thinkmaya

thinkmaya — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 15:44:50 +0000

Yeah, stories of Indian mythology was something I did not get at all growing up – just what I read when I got older. Now, I am hearing all stories from my husband – he is like a treasure chest of stories full of Indian mythology. My kids are lucky – they already know Bhima

By: thinkmaya

thinkmaya — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 15:43:05 +0000

Thanks for leaving a comment JD! Hope you are well.

Yeah, it is almost like the mind needs stories to make sense of all of life that overwhelms us right?

By: ankurk

ankurk — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 07:48:56 +0000

i have always loved reading/listening to stories on indian mythology .. they were the building blocks of my learning as a child, and i am now realising the importance and relevance of those values/lessons in my daily life.

By: J.D. Meier

J.D. Meier — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 06:44:10 +0000

I'm very sorry to hear about your dog ... pets are like family.

Stories do help us make meaning and I think it's empowering when we find stories that help us make the most of any situation.