The glory of storytelling
Stories are entrusted to storytellers by the elders. But these storytellers are not meant to repeat the narrative verbatim; they are expected to understand these stories and, through them, reflect on what the community needs to hear at any given moment. This temporal gathering, both in and around a story, acknowledges the personal subjectivities... See more
Mindy Seu • On Gathering
The story also acts as a conduit of information, wisdom, and values around which people can unite. In this sense, a story creates coherence. It takes disparate and confusing elements and integrates them into a meaningful plot. It turns a problem into a mission and moves us through a series of events towards redemption.
Toko-pa Turner • Belonging: Remembering Ourselves home
The Future Needs Better Storytellers: Designing with Imagination in Mind
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