I’ve heard lots of people who believe that they only have a few “good” stories. Some big moment in their lives... the big breakup... the big accident... meeting their special person... Just because a moment you’re experiencing (or have experienced) wasn’t a turning point, breakthrough, or “moment that changed” everything does not mean it’s not worth exploring. Most of our lives do not unfold in dramatic scenes. But small moments are often where some of our most powerful

Most people think storytelling is about sharing something interesting, personal, or memorable. And sometimes, it is. But there is an important difference between telling a story and using storytelling. Understanding that difference can change how you communicate at work, at home, and in the moments that matter most. Telling a story is an expression. Using a story is intention. Let me tell you a story to illustrate! A Normal Night Out Midway through a monthlong sojourn throug

Stories have always been with me—not just as moments to remember, but as tools for navigating life. For a long time, I thought of the things that happened to me as material I might someday turn into stories. Experiences were something to collect, reflect on, and maybe retell later. But over time, something shifted. I realized that every single moment—big or small—holds an opportunity to become a story that connects, teaches, or inspires. That realization became the foundatio