Storytelling
Acknowledging the healing power of storytelling for mental health
The first time I was encouraged to review my life story, I was sceptical. The idea struck me as an exercise in self-indulgent navel-gazing, even futility. What good could it do to review a past that couldn’t be changed? But I agreed to try, and what an impact it had.
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What it means to create safe spaces in the workplace
We hear a lot about creating “safe spaces” in the workplace, but what do these safe spaces look like? And most importantly, how do we do it?
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We need our elders' stories
When elders share their stories, it bridges generational gaps, fosters understanding, and creates a sense of continuity between the past, present and future.
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A story of resilience and love, above all else
Aspiring film producer Lyndall Stephenson on her What's Your Story? experience in SA.
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Healing the legacy of apartheid in Lenasia
Russel Abrahams, a pastor in Lenasia, is using stories to help bridge divides in his community and a neighbouring area.
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Story-sharing can change a young person’s life
Nathan Carolissen shares about overcoming issues of identity as a young person, and he reflects on how the storytelling process has impacted the lives of the young people in his youth group.