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SUMMARY:Stories as Catalysts: Community Healing through Oral Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:Jim Brulé and Laura Simms explore the profound connections between storytelling\, healing\, and human resilience. Through rich dialogue and experiential examples\, we will share insights from our unique cultural and personal perspectives\, followed by an interactive Q&A where the audience can deepen their understanding of storytelling as a healing practice. The discussion will probe the central question: What truly makes a story healing? \nThis workshop is part of the Georgia 2025 National Storytelling Conference\, sponsored by the National Storytelling Network. It is being delivered in person only.
URL:https://transformationalstorytelling.org/event/stories-as-catalysts-community-healing-through-oral-storytelling/
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SUMMARY:The Mysteries of Caves
DESCRIPTION:Join Jim Brulé and Peter Blum for a special spiritual spelunking on July 23rd: “The Mysteries of Caves.” What treasures lie hidden beneath the surface of our day-to-day world? Explore with companions as we navigate the twists and turns of the paths of our less-visited spiritual worlds. \nOARS in the Water is a facilitated Zoom gathering that meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 7 pm Eastern Time. The Healing Story Alliance’s OARS in the Water offers a community listening space in which to share the experiences and stories that have emerged in turbulent times. OARS co-hosts facilitate the evening and provide participants with a warm welcome and a meaningful theme which we hope will be healing\, supportive and inspiring.  \nFormat: A typical 90-minute meeting consists of a 20-minute\, theme-based opening\, followed by 20 minutes in breakout rooms\, and then we reassemble for a whole group conversation. Admission is free\, although donations are deeply appreciated and help support our programming. Your tax-deductible donation can be made here: https://square.link/u/d9xbGN2I \nAbout our Hosts  \nJim Brulé is a transformational storyteller\, death doula\, teacher\, and mentor. He teaches spiritual storytelling for healing and growth. His workshops address multicultural wisdom and end-of-life themes. Co-authored with Rebecca Lemaire\, his book ‘Stories of the Heart’ presents 18 global tales for navigating life and death. He is one of the co-producers\, along with lead producer Peter Blum\, of the Woodstock Story Festival in October\, 2025.  \nPeter Blum has had a practice in neo-Ericksonian hypnosis and shamanic sound healing for decades. He has gathered many honors and awards in the field\, including being inducted into the Hypnosis Hall of Fame in 2021. Peter specializes in narrative trance work\, and is on the Board of Directors of The Coyote Institute. He has co-led trainings and retreats for years with psychiatrist and indigenous storyteller Dr. Lewis Mehl-Madrona.
URL:https://transformationalstorytelling.org/event/the-mysteries-of-caves/
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SUMMARY:Dive Deeply - Prince Lindworm
DESCRIPTION:In a kingdom of beauty and sorrow\, a queen’s fateful choice leads to the birth of a serpent and a quest for true love. This tale of transformation and courage invites us to explore themes of desire\, consequence\, and the power of compassion. Join us for a four-session seminar where we’ll unearth the story’s rich symbolism and its enduring wisdom. \nWe will meet for four consecutive Thursdays at 1:30 pm Eastern in a seminar format from 24 July – 14 August. Everyone will be a full participant in this deep dive into this Nordic story that carries treasures deep in its murky telling. Led by Jim Brulé\, this promises to be a transformational experience. Please join us! \nThe calendar lists a single date\, but the link provided will be good for every class.
URL:https://transformationalstorytelling.org/event/dive-deeply-prince-lindworm/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Brule":MAILTO:jimbrule@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Stories and (Im)Mortality
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, you will experience a diverse collection of tales that delve into the profound themes of dying and living\, revealing how stories can help us embrace our mortality. Discover how the timeless power of storytelling can be a vehicle for living more fully and carrying the essence of what it means to be human. \n  \nIn person\, led by Maggid (and Death Doula) Jim Brulé. \nContact the Temple Concord office for registration details.
URL:https://transformationalstorytelling.org/event/stories-and-immortality/
LOCATION:Temple Concord\, 450 Kimber Rd\, Syracuse\, NY\, 13224\, United States
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