Story Telling
Writing and Public Speaking

Story telling is one of our oldest forms of communication and despite the evolution of modalities, from rock paintings to social media, remains one of our most important tools to create learning, connection, identity, belonging and sense of community.

I started telling aspects of my story informally, through conversations with friends and family. Over time, I became more confident integrating my experiences and anecdotes, where relevant, into professional conversations in research, coaching and workshops. I noticed a range of benefits:

• 1. Helping me make sense of my own experience and create meaning-making


• 2. Develop my own self-awareness and reflection skills


• 3. Strengthen trust and relationship building with others


• 4. Create learning for others through shared experience

• 5. Reduces isolation and develops a sense of belonging with others who resonate


• 6. Establishes a sense of community and support


• 7. Increases self-esteem by feeling heard and valued


• 8. Preserves memories and cultures

Listen to my own story of self-discovery, “Blowing In Wind” here.