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Wisdom-Keepers Workshop

held in-person or live-virtual

Unlock the Wisdom You Hold

  • You have meaningful stories to share, let’s uncover the ones that matter to you most
  • Your life holds significance, exploring it will inspire both you and others
  • Whether you’re new to storytelling or a seasoned wisdom-keeper, you will discover the depth of your personal legacy
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Craft the origin stories behind your values into engaging narratives that resonate and leave a lasting impression

Take a journey into the heart of your values through storytelling. Watch the video to see how it has inspired and transformed others!

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In the workshop you will:

  • Uncover and define your core values
  • Craft a compelling personal narrative
  • Gain confidence in sharing what matters to you most
  • Discover how to cultivate deeper connections with people in your life
  • Find the wisdom you already hold inside
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Join me in discovering the power of your story

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?

Cover of April Bell's book My Life In Paragraphs: Find and Tell Your Stories
Cover image for April Bell's companion Notebook for My Life In Paragraphs
StoryCatcher for iPhone imagery and link to its informational website

“April gives you permission to play with your story in a safe environment. She invites you into an experience that feels like you can take that little bit of risk, without being judged. She has this 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. The real gift in her process is you think you’re 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!’” —Dan Senter, spiritual leader

“I’d spent a number of times trying to [tell my story for] my book trailer and it wasn’t working. Then April showed up. I couldn’t believe how she was able to get everything out of me the way she did. It went from impossible to beautiful! That’s the miracle in the way I see April, she makes you feel good about yourself, like you have something important to say, and you feel like you’re on top of the world. That is truly priceless.” —Christina Rasmussen, best selling author of Second Firsts

“​​April holds a strong, safe, empowering container for the hard work of separating storytelling grain from chaff. Her combination of clear, concise, actionable feedback while keeping my feet ever-so-gently to the fire has allowed me to sort and process decades of experience into a coherent narrative. Whenever I get stuck in the story-crafting weeds, April is able to tap into her phenomenal toolbox for just the right implement, from story-wrangling to guiding my structure of an impactful tale.” —Dr. Ann Blake, Environmental Scientist and Changemaker

April Bell

April Bell - Co-Founder of Your Story Unleashed

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?

Cover of April Bell's book My Life In Paragraphs: Find and Tell Your Stories
Cover image for April Bell's companion Notebook for My Life In Paragraphs
StoryCatcher for iPhone imagery and link to its informational website

“April gives you permission to play with your story in a safe environment. She invites you into an experience that feels like you can take that little bit of risk, without being judged. She has this 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. The real gift in her process is you think you’re 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!’” —Dan Senter, spiritual leader

“I’d spent a number of times trying to [tell my story for] my book trailer and it wasn’t working. Then April showed up. I couldn’t believe how she was able to get everything out of me the way she did. It went from impossible to beautiful! That’s the miracle in the way I see April, she makes you feel good about yourself, like you have something important to say, and you feel like you’re on top of the world. That is truly priceless.” —Christina Rasmussen, best selling author of Second Firsts

“​​April holds a strong, safe, empowering container for the hard work of separating storytelling grain from chaff. Her combination of clear, concise, actionable feedback while keeping my feet ever-so-gently to the fire has allowed me to sort and process decades of experience into a coherent narrative. Whenever I get stuck in the story-crafting weeds, April is able to tap into her phenomenal toolbox for just the right implement, from story-wrangling to guiding my structure of an impactful tale.” —Dr. Ann Blake, Environmental Scientist and Changemaker

What’s included:

  • A clear process to uncover the origin stories behind your core values
  • Guidance to tap into your most meaningful stories while reflecting on your true self
  • A safe, supportive environment fostering personal growth and transformation
  • Expert feedback tailored to your unique story
  • Deeper understanding of what truly matters to you and why
  • One copy of My Life in Paragraphs: Find and Tell Your Stories with accompanying notebook

 

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For Reluctant Storytellers and Seasoned Wisdom-Keepers

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Watch the video to learn how my process unfolds and what to expect.

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Share Your Wisdom and Legacy Through Storytelling

Your life is a tapestry of experiences, each thread a story waiting to be told. Whether you’re seeking to deepen your self-understanding or longing to share your journey with others, this workshop is your gateway to unlocking the power of your personal narrative.

FOR THOSE BEGINNING THEIR STORYTELLING JOURNEY:

Discover the hidden gems of wisdom within your experiences. I’ll guide you step-by-step through the process of uncovering and articulating your most meaningful stories, helping you find your unique voice.

FOR SEASONED STORYTELLERS:

Refine your craft and dive deeper into the art of personal narrative. Learn advanced techniques to weave your past and present into compelling tales that resonate with others on a profound level.

FOR EVERYONE:

  • Gain clarity on the themes and insights that have shaped your life
  • Learn to articulate your hard-earned wisdom in ways that deeply connect with others
  • Develop the confidence to share your story, knowing its power to inspire and transform

This workshop isn’t just about telling stories—it’s about recognizing the extraordinary in your ordinary, finding meaning in your experiences, and leaving a legacy that transcends time.

Are you ready to embark on this transformative journey? To turn your memories into meaningful narratives that inspire, connect, and perhaps even change lives? Join me in this illuminating workshop, and let’s bring your story to life.

Your wisdom is a gift to the world. It’s time to share it.

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Join me for this illuminating workshop

Whether you’re joining as an individual, with a close-knit group of friends, or as part of a larger community, this workshop empowers you to harness the transformative power of personal storytelling. Together, we’ll explore how your unique narrative can inspire, connect, and even lead with impact. Your story matters—let’s give it the voice it deserves.

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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

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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.

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