The Art of Storytelling: The Mechanics of a Great Story

The whole world is built on stories.

Religions, political parties, companies, and various social groups are using storytelling to promote their ideas.

As Yuval Noah Harari wrote in Sapiens:

“Humans think in stories, and we try to make sense of the world by telling stories.”

I created this video because I wanted to actually find a concrete way to introduce you to the art of storytelling. For I hold the conviction that storytelling is a skill every single one of us ought to understand and eventually to cultivate.

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[metamorphosis_]

I don’t know which stories are the best, but there is one thing I know for sure: If you are not capable of writing your own story, other people will write it for you.

[AlexBlank]

"Give the audience 2 + 2 and not 4" - it reminds me of how almost every story is also a narrative of wanting, and once a sense of fulfillment is reached (or not in some cases, of course), the story ends. It's similar with life; we are never fully satisfied, we're always lifted by more longing, wonder, curiosity. In reality, the best stories seem to be the unfinished ones. Then again, we can't really define those things, since one person sees a beginning where another sees an end. It's this constant loop of catch and release, layers and hooks, that somehow bind us together, even though we interpret everything in such different ways.

[ummahculture]

There isn't anyone that you couldn't learn to love once you've heard their story

[billsmith]

Your ability to articulate yourself is almost inconceivable to this era.

[JanaiaC]

“A good story helps you to forget”

A good story helps you to remember there are times when the impossible becomes possible.

[walkabout]

In the tapestry of existence, a profound decree,
The world spins on stories, a universal key.
Religions and parties, a chorus of tales,
In the art of storytelling, humanity sails.

Metamorphosis whispers, a sage of seventy-seven,
Unveiling the secrets, a storytelling heaven.
Harari's words echo, in the heart's core,
"Humans think in stories, " an eternal lore.

A symphony of narratives, in minds we weave,
The art of storytelling, where hearts believe.
Characters dance, in the theater of the mind,
In the mechanics of stories, truths we find.

Begin with a spark, a world to create,
A protagonist's journey, a destined fate.
Conflict, the heartbeat, where tension thrives,
In the crucible of tales, where every soul strives.

Rising action unfolds, like wings unfurl,
In the crescendo of tales, emotions swirl.
A climax, a peak, where destinies entwine,
The art of storytelling, a magic divine.

Resolution beckons, a closure embraced,
In the labyrinth of stories, truths are traced.
Themes and morals, the lessons we glean,
In the art of storytelling, a timeless sheen.

Metamorphosis guides, a storyteller's hand,
Crafting narratives, like grains of sand.
A call to every soul, a skill to acquire,
The art of storytelling, a beacon of fire.

For stories mold minds, and hearts they sway,
In the grand tapestry, where ideas play.
A universal language, spoken and heard,
The art of storytelling, a lyrical word.

[anabanana]

“If you’re not capable of writing your story, other people will write it for you“😶 Thank you, Adrian!

[OFWNomad]

My toddler usually story tells. He is just 3 years old. And the way he expresses, his words are powerful, very vivid. Sometimes I capture it in video, but mostly not because he gets the camera and the story telling is interrupted. Just uploaded one.

[Chhexxy]

I was hearing a podcast and the way he was telling stories i fell in love with his storytelling and that's made me to come here and learn that amazing art too

[footlongsubzero]

I wish I knew this earlier, but I know my future self was/is glad I watched this today. I'm gonna watch this video again. My favourite part is the quote "Drama is anticipation mingled with uncertainty" and when you brought up 'make the audience work for their meal'. Thank you for this 🙏

[adrianhigh]

Very good summing up of some key elements that will shape YOUR story in a way that will KEEP your reader or listener engaged...I suggest you TRY with a short section ...and then try AGAIN...(I had to EDIT this comment!!) Repeat until you find your writers style that matches your spoken voice. Thank you for pulling these threads together ❤

[MindYourNewness]

This was super helpful. As an artist I am always looking for effective was to engage my audience and have found that telling my story is the way to go

[yuda]

This video is so well made on so many levels it's magical. Great job, man. Subscribed.

[englishloka]

Thank you ! Your video inspired me. I love telling stories. I will adopt the gems in this video to become a better storyteller.

[dlloydy]

This was a great video. I’ve spoken & told my story in public a couple of times. Some information in here is really useful & thought provoking. Thanks

[siliconalleys]

Excellent video! I am a Grant Writing professor and a Business expert. Storytelling is a critical element to long-term success.

For business there is a little known formula that dramatically increases success. It's called The Romance-Finance factor. The Romance part is to engage the audience and can include your "Why". But that is not enough. You have to show the Finance part. That is, proof that you have a viable business or business idea. Many people focus on only one part, thereby losing the trust of their audience (bankers and investors).

[UniquelyAutisticlyMe]

Storytelling is the ability to create imaginary worlds characters and plots that are relatable. It can be inspired by reality or fiction. I am a poet and writer, I also am an artist. I like to combine my writing with my artwork by using my artwork as an inspiration for my writing. Poetry is my favorite subject because it can be short stories or long pages of ideas that can be vivid or abstract even obscure. Storytelling is like painting with words. I can help people imagine what it's like to be in another world by using my vocabulary. I have been writing for longer than 30 plus years so I have had time to improve my writing skills and learn new things to add to my writing. It's important to listen to others and pay attention to the environment around you and make notes to build mockup worlds in your mind, even sketching can help you imagine things. Read lots of books and different subjects to help you build plots that are relatable. I have read thousands of books and studied different subjects to learn more about reality and fantasy. Life is full of diversity and imagination. If you can learn how to bring it to life through language you can write novels and books. It takes time and practice.

[rolandoscharalambous]

Brilliant video. Adding it to my storytelling library. Thank you!

[empfehle]

Thank you Adrian! Artists are here to disturb peace and you did it.

[nihareekashukla]

I love the way you explain very complex things so simply!! ❤️