Speak Up Storytelling Live from Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health (Part 1)
Oct 31, 2019
Join Jeni Bonaldo, a high school English teacher and Moth storyteller, as she shares insights from a live storytelling event at the Kripalu Center. They delve into the superpower of storytelling in bridging communication gaps and maintaining connections. Hear Jeni recount humorous tales from her classroom, explore the significance of food traditions, and share a gripping personal narrative of resilience during a police interrogation. They also discuss crafting relatable narratives and the impact of dramatic irony, making for an engaging and thought-provoking discussion.
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Thanksgiving Cranberry Sauce Lesson
- Matthew Dicks shares a humorous story about teaching kids to appreciate canned cranberry sauce at Thanksgiving.
- He uses this moment to teach acceptance of different food choices and himself, connecting on universal feelings of being judged.
Find Small Universal Moments
- Look for small personal moments with universal appeal to tell compelling stories.
- Focus on moments that change your perspective or reveal something meaningful about yourself.
Eloping Before Iraq Deployment
- Jeni Bonaldo shares her story of eloping with her fiancé right before his deployment to Iraq.
- She reflects on naivety, young love, and the emotional weight of the uncertain future they faced.
