This interactive working session builds on the knowledge shared in the workshop “The Neuroscience of Effective Presentations.” Participants will bring ideas for specific presentations they wish to create which integrate narrative structures and style. Each participant will work collaboratively with the workshop leader and other participants towards this goal. The workshop will include guided exercises, […]

"Journey into Dying and Living" is a four-part series of "lunch and learns" led by Jim Brulé, a death doula and spiritual storyteller who volunteers at Francis House. During the lunch and learn, Mr. Brulé will tell a story about (Im)mortality and then lead us through a discussion of the deeper questions and understandings that the story evokes in us.

Stories about roses are as tender and thorny as love itself. Join Jim Brulé as he shares stories that transport us to the world of the rose, and the challenges of love.

We explore the healing power of storytelling in the context of grief and loss, using narratives and exercises that illuminate grief as a companion that can bring unexpected insights and growth.

Join us for this in-person event as we learn about our own and other cultures’ thoughts and practices via stories and literature around grief, death and loss.

When Storytellers Write about Healing An Interview with Laura Simms hosted by Jim Brulé Join us for the first event in a new Healing Story Alliance series where authors are interviewed about their writing processes and the healing power of storytelling. Storytelling, unique among all narrative arts, engages listeners in a profound way, deepening our […]

When Storytellers Write about Healing An Interview with Jim Brulé hosted by Laura Simms Join us for the second event in a new Healing Story Alliance series where authors are interviewed about their writing processes and the healing power of storytelling. Storytelling, unique among all narrative arts, engages listeners in a profound way, deepening our […]

Explore the profound impact of storytelling as a tool for coping with grief and end-of-life issues for yourself, your families, and those you care for. Highlights: Introduction to the Power of Storytelling Creating Legacy Stories Sharing in a Safe Environment Main speaker: Jim Brulé Fee: $25

Stories are the way we carry the legacy of our family throughout time. Telling and retelling those stories with an ear and heart for the future enables everyone to actively celebrate each other’s lives - past, present, and future. Join us as we discover new ways of uncovering - and sharing - the stories of our lives that matter to us.

Join storytellers and death doulas Jim Brulé and Rebecca Lemaire for Stories of the Heart: A Transformational Journey into Dying and Living, an interactive workshop at the Chennai Storytelling Festival 2025. Through powerful stories, guided discussions, and creative activities, you’ll explore new ways to approach death and grief with understanding, reflection, and peace. Whether you’re navigating personal loss, supporting others through grief, or seeking to deepen your storytelling practice, this session offers a safe and enriching space to transform fear into meaningful connection.