Tell Me Your Story

I was reading an article about storytelling in business the other day and it made me think. In life, the most effective method to get something across is storytelling. It’s how we teach lessons to children, it’s how we tell jokes, but as we get older and talk to other adults, many of us lose that instinct.

Your life is a story. Where you came from, where you are, where you’re going, all just parts of a grand story. We walk through the world each day not realizing the amazing experience that is life. People think it sets you apart, but really its what binds us together.

It’s also a great way to learn about someone. When someone tells you their story you learn not only where they came from but how they think and why they are who they are. You’ll hear more than you will ever want to know, as long as you’re smart enough to keep your mouth shut.

So the next time you are talking to someone, even if it’s someone you have known for a long time, ask them, “What’s your story?”

The answer may surprise you.

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