Storytelling

/ˈstɔːriˌtɛlɪŋ/ noun

Definition

The act of narrating or sharing stories with an audience, either orally or written, often for entertainment or education.

Etymology

Compound of 'story' (from Old French 'historie,' a narrative) and 'telling' (from Old English 'tellan,' to count or recount). A very old human practice with new words.

Kelly Says

Storytelling is literally the oldest technology humans invented before writing—our brains are wired to remember narratives better than facts, which is why a well-told story stays with you for decades.

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