We All Have A Story
Every single one of us has a story. As we allow them to weave together, these stories make up who we are. Our life experiences often include others. Whether it is family, friends, co-workers, or strangers, our lives intersect in many ways. Studies have shown that telling our stories is important and telling family stories that link generations together is good for us. A November 12, 2019 article in the Wall Street Journal, written by Sue Shellenbarger states, "Intergenerational stories anchor youngsters as part of a larger group, helping them develop a sense of identity. In a 2008 study, researchers at Emory quizzed 40 youngsters ages 10 to 14 on 20 family-history questions, such as how their parents met or where their grandparents grew up. Those who answered more questions correctly showed, on separate assessments, less anxiety, and fewer behavior problems." I love this! We all have stories! All the information is in our head and ready to be shared. No props are needed. So, ...
