emotions, to inspire, or to create mind-body feats are given in Burns (2001). The question to occupy
the next chapter is, how do we communicate such healing stories effectively?
14 Effective Storytelling for Kids and Teens
EXERCISE 1.1
Reflect on the stories that you heard as a child. Recall which particular stories had a significant
impact on your life. How did they
■ inform you,
■ educate you,
■ teach you values,
■ provide discipline,
■ build experiences for you,
■ facilitate problem solving,
■ facilitate change, or
■ offer some aspect of healing?
Understanding the impact of childhood stories on you will help you understand and appreci-
ate their influence on your young clients.