Posts Tagged ‘family history’
5 Minute Storytelling: Remembering A Day Off
Days off hold a special place in our collective memory. Whether it’s a snow day from school, a long holiday weekend, or an unexpected Monday off work, these breaks in routine often become the backdrop for some of our most treasured memories. Unlike planned vacations where every moment is anticipated and scheduled, spontaneous days off…
Read MoreStorytelling in Care Plans
Why is Storytelling Important From the outset, I will tell you there are a litany of reasons. I could go on and on about how important storytelling is, but I won’t. I discuss some of it here. The gist is that human dignity can be restored through engaging conversations and storytelling. Yes, this is a…
Read MoreKeep the Conversation Going
Think about your day-to-day conversations with those closest to you. What do they look like? Usually, we ask simple questions that evoke simple responses. Surface questions are important building blocks of conversation, but they can be slightly stalling when it comes to keeping the conversation going. This is where we can incorporate everyday storytelling into…
Read MoreHow to Preserve Holiday Traditions Using Storytelling
This holiday season, I wanted to help all of us have more significant conversations as we sit around at grandma’s house or wherever you spend your warm, fuzzy moments. Making holiday traditions last far beyond the dinners and the presents. That’s where Legacy Hunt comes into the picture. One of my main purposes behind creating…
Read MoreHow to Process Death and Dying: Boxing Up Our Loved Ones
Before you come for me, this is a bit tongue-in-cheek. My approach to grief, death, and dying is humor first. In addition to some humor, this article will walk you through a few ways you can process death and dying and the need to box up your loved ones. I cover our human loved ones…
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