It can lead to self awareness which involves introspection and the ability to analyze feelings, thoughts, and interests. Storytelling is one creative form of self-expression. Historytelling The power of story is all around us and it is essential in helping us shape our view and deepen our understanding of the world. Storytelling allows us to be introduced to the general knowledge about a culture, its history, and its location.
History is incomplete.
Although we know a great deal, there is a great deal we do not know, especially about ordinary people, everyday life, and historical moments. History is complex and cannot be grasped completely if we do not discuss the good, bad, and the ugly. Stories are gifts that are presented form one generation to another in the hope that the cultural legacy might continue. Personal and family stories are treasures that exist in all cultures. Family folklore can be a rich learning experience.