SMART Volunteering-Storytelling Guide

For summing up: The plot of good stories often follows this three-part structure (Rich, 2013). • We start with some sort of challenge or conflict that is presented to the character. • The character addresses the conflict/challenge and takes action to combat it. • Through the character’s actions there is a transformation - the character learns and the challenge/ conflict is overcome. Storytelling tip : learning the bones of your story can be very useful to learn to tell your story to others. The storyboard can be a useful tool to help you remember the sequence without getting too bogged down in details. Visualize the journey and trust your imagination. The framework of the storyboard should allow you to weave words and images around it. Practice telling it to someone else. Telling the story brings it to life. -5- Challenge → Actions → Transformation