The theme for the 2020 National Storytelling Conference is…Empathy: The Storyteller’s Superpower Alternative approaches to addressing our differences We live in divided times where we can easily surround ourselves with only those who think and vote like us. Storytelling is a powerful antidote that helps us slow down, listen deeply, and engage emotionally. By telling and listening to stories with respect, we activate our hearts and minds. This year, in addition to sessions related to the art, craft, business, and applications of storytelling, we seek proposals that will help: - Develop empathy and use it to resolve conflicts,
- Practice active listening,
- Connect across cultural divides,
- Communicate difficult material through story, and
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