Stories lie at the core of human nature. They're as important to our humanity as language and opposable thumbs. Storytelling doesn't belong to an exclusive group of novelists and screenwriters. We all tell stories, but some of them work better than others. Persuasive stories have a long history. In the 70s, soap operas emphasizing family … [Read more...] about How to tell a story
Do any of you ever look at your own tag clouds?
It's like taking stock of what's on the conveyer belt at the grocery store. Sometimes it's fresh fruits & veggies and I feel virtuous; sometimes it's a big pile of pop tarts. I really like my cloud today. … [Read more...] about Do any of you ever look at your own tag clouds?
It’s a remarkable day in the neighborhood
Maureen pointed me to Steve Pavlina, who blogged about an amazing video of Fred Rogers addressing the U.S. Senate in 1969. (Note, too, a good commentary at humorpower.com, also referenced by Pavlina.) Pavlina uses it to show the power of tremendous authenticity. And yes, it's that, but it's much more than that. Tommy Lee is authentic--an … [Read more...] about It’s a remarkable day in the neighborhood
“I am Pink Spartacus.”
An 8th-grade boy wore pink on his first day at school and was harassed by nasty bullies. Two 12th-graders responded by organizing a mass student demonstration against bullying. Nice.read more | digg story … [Read more...] about “I am Pink Spartacus.”
