Narrative Therapy Through Storytelling
Explore identity and emotions
This lesson encourages students to write and share personal stories, providing a safe space to explore identity and emotions. Through storytelling, students can articulate their inner worlds, fostering emotional expression and understanding. This exercise is important as it helps students develop empathy, self-awareness, and communication skills, which are crucial for their personal and social development.
Explore identity and emotions
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Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
- Welcome students and explain the purpose of the lesson: to explore identity and emotions through storytelling.
- Discuss the importance of storytelling in understanding ourselves and others.
- Set ground rules for a safe and respectful sharing environment.
Step 2
Writing Activity
15 minutes
- Ask students to think about a personal story that reflects an important aspect of their identity or an emotional experience.
- Encourage them to write freely, focusing on expressing their thoughts and feelings.
- Remind them that their stories are personal and they should only share what they are comfortable with.
Step 3
Sharing Session
15 minutes
- Invite students to share their stories with the class or in small groups, depending on their comfort level.
- Encourage active listening and respectful feedback.
- Facilitate a supportive environment where students feel safe to express themselves.
Step 4
Reflection
5 minutes
- Lead a discussion on how the storytelling process felt and what students learned about themselves and others.
- Ask students to reflect on how sharing their stories might impact their understanding of their own identity and emotions.
- Conclude with a reminder of the importance of empathy and understanding in personal growth.
