Are you more moved by hard facts or personal stories? Which might be more effective at changing your behaviour? A recent study released by the Annenberg School for Communications indicates that first person stories had greater power to motivate pro-social change than facts alone. In this particular study researchers were interested how personal stories may increase relatability to vulnerable groups.

Joining us will be Sarah Elkins, author of Your Stories Don't Define You: How You Tell Them Will. Sarah will be reflecting on her own experiences as a storytelling and communication coach, keynote speaker, and consultant. As always, there will be plenty of time to engage with her and ask questions.

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Every week on the Stillpoint community we choose a relevant topic to discuss together. It may be a recently released research paper, or a contemporary event or issue that we try to understand better through the lens of psychology. Each week is different and provides an opportunity for our community to come together and discuss our shared passion - psychology in the 21st century.

This discussion is facilitated by psychotherapist Dr. Aaron Balick who will kick off the conversation by summarising the weekly topic to be discussed.

Stillpoint Members can access this event for free via the Stillpoint Community page. Please, find here details about it and join us (we offer a two-week free trial): https://stillpoint.org/index/membership

About the facilitator

Aaron Balick, PhD, is an author, media consultant, and director of Stillpoint. As both an academic and psychotherapist with more than 20 years of clinical experience, Aaron is committed to sharing psychological ideas widely and in ways that people can directly apply to their lives.

Learn more about Aaron´ here: https://aaronbalick.com

Format

DATE: Every Thursday

TIMES: 1:30pm - 2:15pm GMT, 2:30pm - 3:15pm CET

After we hear a short presentation on the topic, we will open the floor for the discussion.

This online event is open to everyone interested in the topic. No background knowledge in psychology is required.

How to join

Stillpoint Explorer and Professional Members: free (join us at https://stillpoint.org/index/membership)

General Admission: 5 GBP (plus any ticket fees)

We reserve a limited amount of tickets at a concessional rate for those unable to meet the full cost. Please email us at hello@stillpoint.org if this applies to you.

After you sign up, you will receive an order confirmation, which is your ticket for the film and the panel.