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This is why storytelling is good for your health
We all tell stories on a daily basis
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Storytelling is an ancient art form in many cultures. Storytellers played an important role in society before telephones and mail existed, traveling from village to village to spread important news and share old tales. Their arrival was welcomed, and the residents would gather together to hear them speak. Of course, we now have the news of the world at our fingertips and countless ways to entertain ourselves. Storytelling is no longer essential for such practical reasons, but it’s still a valuable art and a skill that we could all benefit from.
When we relay a mishap at work to our partner or update a friend on last night’s date, we are also stortytelling. But when we truly recognize the importance of telling our stories and listening to the stories of others, we can unlock incredible benefits for our relationships, our creativity, and our mental health.
Curious? Click through the following gallery to find out why storytelling is such a good idea.
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