an isolating experience Grief. It is an experience common to all of us. It breaks hearts across the world, like a deep crack in the earth, it moves shamelessly across borders…
the narrative behind Heavy shoulders all around us. Caving-but pushing on in spaces that do not perceive the load placed upon them. Perhaps these shoulders are on you. You are tired from the weight…
Honouring what is shared by informing organizational culture A clear purpose at the start of the storytelling journey can keep leadership on track, always acting as the anchor, reminding us of…
Setting ground rules for safety and accountability Storytellers not only need to be appreciated for sharing perspectives we may, often, otherwise not be exposed to but they also deserve to…
Recognizing systemic factors in experiences In addition to storytellers potentially being ostracized due to their storyline not adhering to the cultural narrative standard, there are other risks…
Respect for non-western cultural narratives The Hero’s Journey, marked by struggles turned into life lessons, difficult enough to make an impact but not devastating enough to not be overcome, often…
Making the Process Transparent and Voluntary Not everyone wants to share their story, at least not at the time you want them to share it. As a matter of fact, not everyone feels safe to share personal…
I have put together a guide for community and organizational leaders to emphasize the necessity of psychological safety in spaces where folks are asked to share their stories. I have been wounded by…