Storytelling Tips

Hey people! What is going on? I'm writing this super early right so I can actually get all that juicy detail squeezed out before I need to do anything; I'm very tired right now, but it's the sacrifice I take for you, so you better appreciate it...

Anyway, let's get right into it with out topic: Delicious lamb meat

DID YOU KNOW that lamb meat is best prepared by marinating the meat in olive oil, garlic, or lemon? Also, and this is super fascinating, lamb meat needs to be cooked at-

That's not our topic... Sorry, to anyone that believed it would be. Maybe in the future I'll fulfill your wants and write that lamb meat recipe. But, for now, let's talk storytelling.

Good storytelling understanding is a great tool to have for more than just writing. You can apply these techniques to social situations like at work, or a dinner party. Also, if you are speaking to a large crowd or audience. Storytelling, in it's simplest form, is nothing more telling a story. It doesn't really matter what kind of story. I hope these tips help out in any way. Here we go:

1. Tell Stories You Like
• Choose a story that you like and understand. The easiest stories to tell and write, and the ones that will be more appreciated are the ones you enjoy. Stories you like are so much easier to write because you're more familiar with them.
2. Preparation is Important
• Make sure that if you are going to tell a story that you know the story. Especially if you'll be speaking in front of a crowd. There's no point picturing the audience in their underwear if you can't even remember what to say.
3. Don't Hesitate to Cut Parts
• "Kill your darlings." as Stephen King says. It's not unusual for first-time storytellers to try and shove every little piece into a story. Detail is good, but it's important to take a step back once you're done, look everything over, and take out the parts that aren't important to the story. It'll hurt. It's not easy, but sacrifices need to be made.
4. Good Pacing
• In writing and speaking, pacing is a very important factor. Good pacing gives your story flow, and flow is so much more pleasant for the audience. Too quick, and they get left behind; too slow, and the audience begins to check out mentally.
5. What is Your Story About?
• Don't forget why you started writing this story down. It's important to take time to reflect and ask yourself, "What is this story about?" It's important to keep your stories theme alive throughout the story.
6. The Audience Has Important Times
• The audience, reader, work-buddies; they all have their time to shine when creating your story. The end. At least somewhat. The audience is something to consider when seeing if your story flows or fits together, but that's it. Don't give them too much thought until you are done and looking over that first draft. One who worries about the audience will get nothing done because he/she will waste time trying to make every sentence perfect. 
7. Every Page Drives the Story Forward
• We live 1,440 minutes in one day, and our lives can change dramatically in a single moment. As we write our personal stories, we need to make sure we are only including the most important moments: the ones that drive our story forward. 
• Yes, you might have lots of interesting stories to tell, but make sure you only tell one at a time.

There you go. I made a promise, and delivered. I'll try to make this a usual formula in my everyday life. I also promise to get a new story on here as soon as I can. 

I hope you all enjoyed these helpful tips and use them to benefit your stories. Go and tell the world about that fire of inspiration burning deep inside your heart.  I'll see you all tomorrow.

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