Wisdom-Keepers Workshop for Communities
held in-person or live-virtual
Unlock the Wisdom Within Your Community
- Discover the hidden gems of wisdom woven through each elder’s unique journey, revealing the rich, vibrant experiences that shape their world
- Empower individuals to share their life stories, rekindling a sense of purpose and deepening their connection to community
- Transform personal memories into a living legacy that bridges generations, preserving invaluable insights and inspiring those who follow
Transform memories into magic—Empower elders to share their life stories and create lasting, heartfelt legacies
Take a journey into the heart of your values through storytelling. Watch the video to see how it has inspired and transformed others!
Your content goes here. Edit or remove this text inline or in the module Content settings. You can also style every aspect of this content in the module Design settings and even apply custom CSS to this text in the module Advanced settings.
Workshop participants will:
- Uncover and articulate the core values that have quietly guided their life’s most important moments
- Craft compelling personal stories that transform memories into a powerful, meaningful legacy
- Build confidence to share their most treasured experiences with authenticity and grace
- Create opportunities for deeper, more intentional connections within their circles
- Be enabled to recognize and eloquently express the profound wisdom accumulated through a lifetime of living, learning, and loving
Join me in discovering the power of their stories
your guide
April Bell
As a child, I spent my days listening to stories from which ever elder-neighbor would have me. More recently, I’ve crafted my wisdom-mining process into book form with My Life in Paragraphs: Find and Tell Your Stories. As my storytelling focus lends toward the spoken word, people daunted by writing love my approach.
I am the founder at Tree of Life Legacies, a storytelling and wisdom-keeping project based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Since 2008 I’ve been helping people find and tell the origin stories behind their values, often on video. I am co-creator of StoryCatcher® for iPhone.
What’s your story?
April Bell
I am the founder at Tree of Life Legacies, a storytelling and wisdom-keeping project based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Since 2008 I’ve been helping people find and tell the origin stories behind their values, often on video.
As a child, I spent my days listening to stories from which ever elder-neighbor would have me. More recently, I’ve crafted my story-mining process into book form with My Life in Paragraphs: Find and Tell Your Stories. As my storytelling focus lends toward the spoken word, people daunted by writing love my approach. I am co-creator of StoryCatcher® for iPhone.
What’s your story?
What’s included:
- A structured process to uncover personal origin stories and core values
- Expert guidance for reflecting on and sharing life’s most meaningful moments
- A supportive environment that encourages personal growth and connection
- Personalized feedback to refine and confidently share unique stories
- Deeper self-understanding and appreciation of life’s journey
- One copy of My Life in Paragraphs: Find and Tell Your Stories with companion notebook
For Reluctant Storytellers and Seasoned Wisdom-Keepers
Enrich Lives Through Legacy Storytelling
Imagine your community buzzing with the energy of shared wisdom and connection. This workshop isn’t just an activity—it’s a transformative experience that brings profound value to storytellers and your organization.
By participating, your members/residents will:
- Rediscover the significance of their life experiences
- Find new purpose in sharing their hard-earned wisdom
- Strengthen bonds within your community
- Create lasting legacies for their families and future generations
For your organization, this workshop offers:
- A unique, high-value offering that sets you apart from other communities
- Increased member/resident satisfaction and engagement
- Potential marketing material as members/residents share their positive experiences
- Strengthened family connections as members/residents articulate their legacies
This isn’t just storytelling—it’s a celebration of life, wisdom, and community. By offering this workshop, you’re providing a priceless opportunity for your residents/members to reflect, connect, and leave a lasting impact.
Ready to bring this enriching experience to your community? Let’s discuss how we can embark on this journey of discovery and legacy-building.
Legacy in Their Own Words: Stories That Inspire
For people who’ve lived rich, full lives and want to preserve their wisdom, this workshop is their opportunity to transform memories into meaningful narratives. Whether they’re looking to connect with family, inspire their community, or simply reflect on their journey, I’m here to help them tell their story.
Let’s explore how their lifetime of experiences can become a powerful legacy that resonates with generations to come.
Testimonials
What participants are saying…
“April’s process gives you permission to play with your story in a safe environment. She has a magical way of prompting that guides you deeper and deeper and deeper into your story until you’re face to face with the values you hold most dear.” —Dan Senter
Steve Alparone
- ★★★★★
Hearing story examples of what’s been important to other people helped me go further in my own thinking about what I want to tell.”
Dan Senter
- ★★★★★
The real gift in this process is you think you’re simply telling a story, and then suddenly you’re standing on the frontier of your own values set. That’s when you realize, “This story matters to me because these things matter to me!”
Carolyn Goto
- ★★★★★
The questions prompted me to see what I learned, what my values were and how I grew.