Leading Through Stories: The Power of Pediatric Cancer Narratives in Healthcare
In the realm of pediatric oncology, there is an unspoken narrative, one that is rich with the experiences and voices of its youngest fighters. It is a narrative woven from the threads of resilience, struggle, and profound humanity, as children battling cancer and their families navigate the complex landscape of illness and recovery. The power…
Leading Through Stories: A Catalyst for Healing and Community
In an age where digital technology continues to revolutionize the way we live, work, and communicate, one of the most profound applications of this evolution is in the field of healthcare. Digital storytelling, a practice that blends the ancient art of narrative with modern digital tools, is emerging as a powerful mechanism for healing, connection,…
Leading Through Stories: Crafting a Movement with Uganda’s Digital Storytellers
The transformative power of digital storytelling is beautifully showcased in the latest podcast episode titled “Crafting a Movement with Uganda’s Digital Storytellers.” In this captivating episode, we step into the vibrant world of East Africa, where they are harnessing the art of digital narratives to advocate for gender equality. The episode features conversation following the…
Leading Through Stories: Connection and Care in Cancer Support
In a world where the healthcare industry can often seem impersonal and detached, digital storytelling emerges as a beacon of hope and empathy. The latest episode of the “Leading Through Stories” podcast brings to light the profound influence of digital narratives in the realm of cancer care. With Lacey Horta and Jenni Haggie from the…
Leading Through Stories: Donuts and Digital Narratives in Mental Health
In a world that is increasingly connected yet paradoxically isolating, the need for genuine stories and voices of hope has never been greater. Our latest podcast episode delves into the life of Makaylah Rogers, a non-binary social entrepreneur and mental health advocate who has found solace and strength in digital storytelling. This narrative isn’t just…
Leading Through Stories: Children’s Healthcare Canada Conference
In the latest episode of our podcast, we had the pleasure of hosting a discussion that sits at the intersection of storytelling, technology, and healthcare. Pam Kai, Krystle Schofield, and Kristina McGuire, each with their own intimate connection to healthcare as parents and caregivers, joined us to unpack the layers of digital storytelling. These seasoned…
Leading Through Stories: Transforming Healthcare Narratives
In a recent episode of a thought-provoking podcast, the profound impact of digital storytelling in healthcare was explored through a captivating conversation with Pip Hardy and Tony Sumner, co-founders of Patient Voices UK, and Laura Mazzoli Smith from the University of Durham. As industry pioneers, they delved into the evolution of digital narratives and their…
Leading Through Stories: Therapeutic Intent
The act of storytelling is as old as humanity itself, serving as a crucial component of our collective human experience. It’s through stories that we understand ourselves, our world, and our place within it. With the advent of technology, the art of storytelling has been transformed, and digital storytelling has emerged as a powerful medium…
Leading Through Stories: Unveiling the Impact of a Story Screening
The latest episode of our podcast, “Unveiling the Power of Personal Narratives: A Deep Dive into Digital Storytelling,” delves into the fascinating realm of digital narratives. Esteemed guests Cindy McDonald, Kristie Oswald, and Kathleen Shearer share their unique experiences and perspectives, highlighting the profound moments that inspired their stories and the art of crafting these…
Leading Through Stories: LIVE from Kids Brain Health Network
In a world where healthcare is a complex maze to navigate, particularly for parents of children with unique health conditions like Rett Syndrome, the power of digital storytelling comes into sharp focus. This form of communication has emerged as an incredibly powerful tool, enabling empathy, understanding, and shared experiences within the healthcare community. Melanie Birch,…
Leading Through Stories: Empowering Rare Disease Families
In the world of healthcare, storytelling has become an integral tool for communication, advocacy, and education. This becomes even more crucial in the realm of rare diseases, where each family’s journey is unique and laden with profound insights and experiences. Our recent podcast episode features Krystle Schofield, a Common Language Digital Storytelling facilitator, who offers…
Leading Through Stories: When Your World Stops
Digital storytelling is a powerful tool in the realm of health and wellness. It allows individuals to capture and share their experiences in a deeply emotional and engaging way. This was the focus of our recent podcast episode where we sat down with Jennifer, a congenital heart parent and advocate. Jennifer shared her journey with…
Leading Through Stories: Enhancing Storyteller Wellbeing
In the first podcast episode of Season 3 of Leading Through Stories, we dive deep into the world of digital storytelling with Mike Lang, the founder of Common Language Digital Storytelling. Mike discusses the importance of storyteller wellbeing, an aspect that is often overlooked but plays a critical role in the process of creating and…
How Heart Beats Used Digital Storytelling to Increase Impact with Kristy Wolfe Stories
Kristina McGuire is a healthcare provider, Congenital Heart Disease parent, and digital story creator. She has volunteered with Heart Beats Children’s Society of Calgary for more than eight years since receiving support from the organization shortly after her son’s birth. She currently serves as the non-profit’s board secretary. “Heart Beats was a lifeline for my…
Voluntography – February 2018
Earlier this week someone asked me how I got involved in storytelling and photography. I explained how photographing my son, Kane, in the NICU and throughout the early part of our lives as a family was a way for me to process what was going on. It was also what led me to volunteer as…
Family Centred Care
Way back in December, I shared a little about my experience as a parent representative at the Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Society’s Annual Meeting in Miami. As anyone who has been a patient advocate at a medical conference knows there were many great experiences, (see my quick recap below) and there were frustrating experiences. That’s…
A Digital Storytelling Case Study with Rocky Mountain Adaptive
Removing Barriers Transforms Lives & Creates Lasting Legacy Before creating their digital stories, Rocky Mountain Adaptive was seeking a powerful tool in stakeholder communications and advocacy. Creating digital stories added dimension to their marketing and communications strategies and allowed them to connect with their stakeholders in a deeper, more meaningful way. When founder, Jamie McCulloch,…
The Big Reveal – The Journey of a First-Time Storyteller (Part 3)
Since posting Part 1 and Part 2 of The Journey of a First-Time Storyteller on my blog, I’ve had several conversations with people who want to learn more about digital storytelling. Much like Tina Antrobus, who was featured in those earlier blogs and whose digital story was screened recently at artsPlace, they’re curious to learn…
Back in San Antonio
The first time I was in San Antonio, Texas was in October 2015. It was my first time at a photography conference. And my first trip away from my littles. This week I have been back in San Antonio, Texas.I am at my first non profit conference.And it’s just as exciting to have a few…
A Story Comes to Light: The Journey of a First-Time Storyteller (Part 2)
“One day I saw it, a coyote on my path. We stared at each other for a time. I felt a connection, such beauty and life in its eyes. I whispered, “Where do I go from here?” Image and words by Tina Antrobus
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