Stories are wonderful, they take you on adventures without having to go anywhere. They teach you valuable life lessons that may otherwise be hard to find. They help you relate to others who have been through similar experiences. They help us find creative solutions to our problems, answer difficult life questions, and give us hope.
The village’s legendary sennachie
Sat upon the hillside one afternoon
Telling tales of the Greek Gods
Villagers came from far and wide
For his storytelling was quite famous
They’d sit for hours listening ardently
In the morning sunlight his eyes twinkled
Appearing as magic to those who listened
As he spoke about the nine daughters of Zeus
The tale he told was wrought with inspiration
For these women were the muses of the world
Gifted with powers of poetry, music, and dance
Sometimes fueling the tragic stories of man
Or stories that lightened the world with laughter
For those who listened to the tales he told
Their world was filled with a sense of hope
Storytelling is powerful, whether it’s reading or listening to someone else’s personal story that you connect with on a deep and personal level or telling your own story. Many of us are afraid to share our own story out of fear of judgment. Putting ourselves out there exposed and vulnerable before the world is definitely intimidating and yet at the same time very liberating. It helps you be honest with not only the world but also with yourself. It holds you accountable and helps you find and speak your own truth.
I’m currently reading Amber Rae’s “Choose Wonder Over Worry.” I connect so well with her internal struggles and fears that she speaks about in working up the courage to write her book and speak her truth. Before starting this blog, I of course, expressed myself privately in my journal, in my artwork, through my writing, and with a few close family members and friends. However, opening up and being vulnerable and honest and sharing my art and writing so publicly was something that I found that I wanted to do, but it took me a long time to build up the courage.
Looking back at how much I’ve grown over even the last 6 months to a year is quite amazing and I’ve really become more and more confident in my own voice and less afraid of what others are going to think. I’ve learned that many times others are also facing similar struggles and can relate.
By having the power to share our own stories and experiences we are helping others in connecting with their own voice and find the strength to share their story. So if you haven’t yet found the courage to share your story, know you’re not alone and that there are many others that have been there before.
you are a beautiful inspiration and your story is powerful as it is tender with lots of hope. thank you for sharing Jenna
Thank you so much Gina for your wonderful thoughts, they mean a lot to me. ❤️ Hope I feel is an element that we always need more of in the world. 🤗❤️
Fabulous
Thank you! 😊
Very well said Jenna, thanks so much for the encouragement 💖💕
Awww thank you apple!😊 I’m glad you connected with the post. 💕💖
To bare our heart is not easy. But once we decide to follow our passion, it is not only natural but also becomes easier. Wonderfully stated Jenna. Your lovely soul shines through. 😊💖
You’re completely right Punam, once we make the choice to open up, it definitely becomes easier and more natural.❤️😊 Thank you so much for adding your insight and for your words of encouragement.🤗💕
You are welcome dear.😊💖
Indeed! Having the courage to share, helps to empower others; to tell their own story! Well said!
Absolutely!😊 Thank you so much!😁
My pleasure! 😊
A lovely read, Jenna! Thank you so much for all your encouragement and positivity. I’ve nominated you for the Sunshine Blogger Award. 🙂 Please feel free to check it out at https://slumdogsoldier.wordpress.com/2018/10/16/sunshine-blogger-award/
If you’d like to take part, I’d be ever so grateful <3 Keep writing!
Thank you so much Tom, I truly appreciate your positive words and the nomination. 😊 Of course I would be delighted to participate. ❤️
Love how uplifting your posts are and how your passion for bringing joy to people really shines through. Looking forward to it! Excited to get to know you better! 🙂
Your words speak straight to the core of my heart and bring a smile to my face. I’m truly honored and filled with gratitude as bringing joy to others is definitely my passion so I’m grateful that it shines through. I look forward to getting to know you better as well.😊 ❤️
Very powerful, I’ve always loved writing but this was very inspirational!
Awww! 😊 Thank you so much, that truly means a lot to me.🙏❤️😊
This is wonderful Jenna! Well said!❤
Thank you so much Richa!❤️ ❤️😊
Great post, Jenna! This is a great message of hope. 😊❤️🌹
Aww! Thank you Winnie! Have a wonderful day. 😊❤️🌹
You’re welcome! Have a wonderful day too! 😊❤️🌹
Thank you!😊 ❤️
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Having the courage to share is difficult for some but can be helpful to themselves and others as well. Your post is inspirational.
I couldn’t agree more! 🙂 Thank you so much! ❤
Very beautiful reflections. Keep inspiring Jenna.💕💙💕
Thank you! 😊 💖