I’m just a person. One little person in a world of billions of people. But I think about this question a lot:
How can I (just one of over eight billion people) make an actual, positive impact on the world around me?
The easiest way is to start locally. Like, SUPER locally. If I can make someone smile, make them laugh, or make their day feel a little lighter, I’ve helped. If I can help them feel loved, wanted, or understood, I’ve also helped.
We are all limited by the skills and tools available to us. That’s all we possess to make the world better. I feel very fortunate that my skills are improv and storytelling. I’ve been teaching storytelling skills to folks of all experience levels for more than a decade. I’ve been teaching people of all ages how to use the improvisation skills of listening, responding, collaborating, and adapting for nearly three decades.
Both improv and storytelling connect people and build community. There are simply too many folks out there who feel isolated or disconnected. There are lots of wonderful ways to connect with others–and sure, maybe I’m biased–but I feel that improv and storytelling are two of the best ways.
Improv is just so darn fun. It infuses joy and confidence into everyone who tries it. And ever since there were human beings on this planet, they’ve connected through story.
The more people who meet up to play improv together or to share their personal stories with one another, the better this world will be.
I’m working on bringing my classes and workshops to more places in the community: art centers, libraries, recreation centers, and more. If you would like for me to bring my training to your organization or company, please let me know!
