A few days ago, the Jason Mraz episode of VH1's StoryTellers
premiered. StoryTellers was a
groundbreaking concept when it debuted, and it’s potential impact remains
solid. Why? Because its focus is an
intimate-unplugged-small-venue-show, wherein the artist is invited to speak
directly about the meaning behind a song, right before actually playing
it. The best stories are much
longer than the songs themselves.
The power of story (not to mention in this case, IN ADDITION to the
mind-blowing experience of music) creates emotional connections.
Conviction becomes evident, purpose arises, and soul is found... all within the art of the story.
So, what’s your story?
It’s a common question I ask.
You’ll be surprised at all the different ways people answer. The greatest responses are always contemplative and
authentic.
I have a story, as we all do… but I’m working on truly finding it. Digging it up, dusting it off. Eventually polishing it. Your passions are birthed through your story. As I construct my dream, I am aiming to
discover how who I am, and what I’ve experienced can best be put forth into
something bigger than myself.
Isn’t that the point of story- to piece it into the larger narrative of
all existence? I have to believe
so.
-js
