“I think it’s really important to be a gracious host. The more comfortable you make someone feel, the better interview you’ll ultimately get.” – Katie Couric I’ve studied some of the great interviewers and journalists of our time. I’ve read their memoirs and other instructional books, reviewed interviews they’ve done, borrowed some of their good […]
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Which Came First – The Organized Photos or the Legacy Film?
When families set out to preserve their legacies, they often feel overwhelmed and unsure of where to begin. The thought of sorting through decades of photos or capturing the stories and memories of loved ones can be daunting. Many find themselves paralyzed by the enormity of the task because they can’t decide whether to start […]
Pack Some Stories for Your Travels
Travel is a great opportunity for story-sharing. Whether staying close to home or heading somewhere far away, the awe and rest we discover on our journey can lead to self-reflection. There are also great opportunities for conversation on road trips or extended adventures. Here are my favorite ideas for bringing story-sharing into your travels and […]
ICLIP Recap
I’m a member of the International Center for Life Story Innovation and Practice (ICLIP), and, earlier this month, I attended the ICLIP virtual conference. This is my second time to attend the conference. I spoke at the 2022 conference while finishing my graduate studies at the University of Connecticut. This year’s conference was an opportunity […]
Sharing Stories with Our Children
It’s summer….and, for some, that means kids are at home or around more often. The pace of summer can be a great time to develop new skills, and studies show that storytelling can benefit a child’s language development, communication, empathy, coping, and meaning-making skills. The summer season (or any season!) is also a great time […]
Holiday Gift Guide 2.0
“You give but little when you give of your possessions. It is when you give of yourself that you truly give.” —Kahlil Gibran “What’s the best gift you’ve ever received, and why?” This is a question I often ask in our Legacy Film interviews. The answer to “why?” is almost always linked to a relationship […]