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How to banish your Black Parrot’s black heart

How to banish your Black Parrot’s black heart

by Shannon Leahy | Apr 11, 2020 | Posts, Storytelling

Let’s play a game.  Look at your left shoulder. Go on. I’m not looking at you. See it? Sitting on your shoulder is a giant Black Parrot. And this nasty bird does not negotiate. Chocolate bribes, pyjama pants and rose bouquets? Nope. The Black Parrot is like...
How to build a lighthouse (not a wall) when sharing tough stories

How to build a lighthouse (not a wall) when sharing tough stories

by Shannon Leahy | Jul 11, 2019 | Posts, Story

I bet you could tell me a dark, deadly story on demand. A TRUE story too. But what if that nasty true tale inspired you to share with the world? Oh my. Dark stories are dazzling and seductive. They’re easy to tell because they’re fueled by active emotions like anger,...
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