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Between the Listening and the Telling
How Stories Can Save Us
Mark Yaconelli is well known and much beloved in rural Oregon and Siskiyou circles for his powerful community storytelling events with The Hearth, based in Southern Oregon. He distills his learnings and experiences and beautifully weaves them with story in his latest book Between the Listening and the Telling. This work explores story as a connector of hearts, people, groups and communities. Many books “tell”, some “show,” and precious few actually lead to transformation. This one does all three. Mark invites vulnerability by being vulnerable, courage by being courageous, tears by revealing heartfelt truths, and laughter by being very funny. Beautiful, inspiring, timely.
Author: Mark Yaconelli
Year of Publishing: 2022
Number of Pages: 206
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Reviews
Shug (verified owner) –
This book was made me feel that everyone story has a to tell and might have meaning and sometimes needs to be told.
kasandra lopez (verified owner) –
This book was amazing. Couldn’t put it down.
christinalynnhead (verified owner) –
This book was a great reminder that taking the time to look at things in a different point of view can help our own perspective in life. I enjoyed this book!
Time2read (verified owner) –
I enjoyed thinking about the stories we tell each other, the stories we tell ourselves, and the stories we have been told. And more importantly, that our untold stories never go away and are held within our soul. Wonderful read!
mandeeseeley (verified owner) –
I got this book in preparation for the author speaking in my community. Not only was the book fantastic, but his presentation was as well. I’m a writer, so I really appreciated the importance placed on storytelling. The most powerful story in the book is about the fawn adventure the author and his daughter go on. Storytelling is our past, present, and future; this book perfectly illustrates why.
BStiller (verified owner) –
Mark Yoconelli is a master story teller and historian. He has created a book and an organization to move us all towards honoring our stories and the stories of others. I highly recommend this book.
CoachNicole (verified owner) –
Absolutely loved this book! I have shared passages with clients and in groups I facilitate. It invites us to open ourselves and our stories as the path to connection, community, and transformation.
pauljohnsonbend (verified owner) –
Such an important read for EVERYONE!
Amanda Blakely (verified owner) –
This book is an amazing read, it was hard to tear myself away from it. A must read 💜
Eight (verified owner) –
Powerful read. Excellent writing. If you dog ear pages, this read will be full of those.
Michelle Hankes (verified owner) –
Stories are so important in communicating and understanding where we’re coming from as well as going to. I would encourage everyone to read this book.
Kristine Kjarval (verified owner) –
Enjoyed this book immensely. Shows the real value of sharing family history to children/grandkids etc. Not only do you relive those times but they will experience it again ‘with you.’. They will carry your stories as well. Not remembered in linear fashion but rather as a landscape of beautiful moments and traject ones too Excellent book
Kristine Kjarval (verified owner) –
The author reminded me that people have to talk through their life experiences. The wonderful stories but especially the tramatic ones. Also know as Talk Therapy or Dialogue Therapy etc. It helps make sense, sort out the mishmash. When talking to another person they aren’t going through their experiences alone but with someone else alongside them. I enjoyed it immensely but, the author was mainly just sharing his liberal views from “white male privalige” to issues regarding illegals overtaking our southern border, which I found extremely irritating. The author is using this book to recruit the readers into this liberal way of thinking. There’s an obvious political agenda. Didn’t like the book because of that fact
LauraHillHicks (verified owner) –
Great Book! So good to remember to actually listen and proces.
kelli.conraads (verified owner) –
Easy to read and follow. Perfect way to use powerful personal stories to get the reader to think about other opinions and the way that other people live, think, and act.
trikhoff (verified owner) –
The book was great.
Amy Wootton (verified owner) –
Working in grief and loss; storytelling is imperative and powerful. I think often we are told we overshare or other things that take away from the power of a story. This was a great read and will be highly suggested!
Ashley Christman (verified owner) –
This really opened my eyes to the power behind people telling their stories. Story telling is one of the most effect of ways to really getting to know someone. I have used the information that I learned from this book in my day to day life as an advocate.
Anne Bernard (verified owner) –
I enjoyed this book tremendously. I work with children and museums. This book underscores the value of storytelling, of memory and history. I hope that as we emerge from the pandemic we can change museums so that they foster more storytelling, more community and a better world.
Carol Lauritzen (verified owner) –
The interaction between how stories can change a life and the way to achieve this effect makes for compelling reading.
Jessica Evans (verified owner) –
This book was very helpful for learning and for career development
Crystal sisson (verified owner) –
Finished over half of the book the first time opening it ! A very eye opening piece ,definitely recommend .
SLacer (verified owner) –
Raised the importance of storytelling in connecting our communities, and the value of being vulnerable. Inspired me to ask for stories from others, and be willing to share my own.
kmills (verified owner) –
This book is a must read for anyone working as a Traditional Healthworker that utilizes their lived experience in their work. Being able to wield your story as a healing tool is so therapeutic and vice versa! Between the Listening and the Telling felt like someone finally put into words how peer support works and why it works! This will definitely go on my reread list!
julieethompson (verified owner) –
great book! I really liked it. Engaging
kalika (verified owner) –
Fantastic book! It was easy to read with the stories woven throughout. There was a balance of humor and depth. I found it hopeful and inspiring.
Hannah Ker (verified owner) –
Amazing book
Dawjamb (verified owner) –
The power of stories and importance of remembering everyone has a story to tell
kathyanng (verified owner) –
Excellent book. Written very compassionately, you could hear the voices of the stories.
Mary Edwards (verified owner) –
Is an age of constant distraction, this beautiful and powerful book invites us slow down and listen to the story of our own lives and those around us, in the service of a more just, generous, and loving world. Sharing tender story after story of budding self-awareness and transformation, Yaconelli reveals how stories – shared and received – have the power to tether us together, heal our relationships with self and others, and save our world. Reading this book is a sacred act, reminding you of the sacredness of all of life. When you finish the final page and put the book down with a grateful exhale, you’ll realize you too have been changed for the better by the power of stories.
Stephanie Taylor (verified owner) –
I really enjoyed this book. It gave the words I need.
Toya Pinedo (verified owner) –
Truly enjoyed this book.
Sydney Burrell (verified owner) –
This book wasn’t quite what I expected. I thought it was going to be a collection of stories from people the author had met, but it was more of a self-help sort of book explaining how important stories are to people. I’m sure if that is what you’re expecting, you will be pleased.
cdorrah (verified owner) –
What a lovely read. I love the ways stories remind us of our shared humanity.
Marsha H (verified owner) –
Fabulous book. Stories make the world go round. We all have a story to tell. And more importantly, we need to intentionally listen to others’ stories.
Pthought (verified owner) –
If you’ve ever hesitated to share something about yourself or struggled to understand someone in your community, this is a good book for you. This book emphasizes the power of storytelling and of listening to stories. It shows what can come from the willingness to connect in this way rather than argue, which we seem to do so much of these days. Reading it feels much like peering into the lives of fellow Oregonians, in addition to gaining the author’s insights.
eduardoleon48 (verified owner) –
Great read! Easy to follow and I learned a whole new insight of story telling and the impact it has
TayM (verified owner) –
Great book!
jmczech14 (verified owner) –
The best non-fiction book I’ve read from Select Books!
Lori Waller (verified owner) –
Step outside yourself and look around! A beautiful sentiment the author tries to share.
Lori Waller (verified owner) –
Step outside yourself and look around! A beautiful sentiment. The authors intent is well heard.
Lori Waller (verified owner) –
Look and most importantly, listen! A beautiful sentiment. The authors intent is well heard.
Wrayyth (verified owner) –
I tell stories. I’ve been doing it my whole life from connecting people to collaborative role-playing and improvisation. This read was valuable to me with plenty of experience.
remarcr (verified owner) –
Makes you think about the importance of our stories as well as learning others stories.
Faith (verified owner) –
Very beautiful book. Love reading stories that are local as well
Maxwell Arnold (verified owner) –
This book talks about storytelling in a very different way. I really enjoyed the stories and the writing style. I wasn’t expecting to like this book as much as I did.
Courtney McHill (verified owner) –
This was a wonderful read. I gained so much from Yaconelli’s own stories and could imagine being in those situations. The quotes were right on and the content enjoyable.
Amanda Littke-Kellam (verified owner) –
An absolute balm for the soul, reminding us that in times where we feel division, we can always find community and home in one another.
adriennepdx (verified owner) –
The power of a story to help us understand ourselves and those around us can’t be underestimated. Thanks to Yaconelli for reminding us that we all have a story to tell.
Lindsay (verified owner) –
Great book.
Chels (verified owner) –
Great!
jan (verified owner) –
Such a great book. I think we can all benefit from being curious about each other.
kelkelkelw (verified owner) –
This book is fantastic. The author does an excellent job of weaving stories into his book about the importance of stories. Though I am a professional data nerd I have always recognized the value of the unquantifiable in understanding a person or a group of people, and this book reinforced that sentiment in countless ways. Now it’s a matter of ensuring stories can be told and finding receptive ears/eyes/hearts. In that way, as the author’s words illustrate, we can form more and closer relationships and indeed, save ourselves.
tristahudson (verified owner) –
This book serves as a great reminder of so many things.
Koyama (verified owner) –
Storytelling is a wonderful way to connect and bring people This book reminded me of that. Thank you.
Sarah Cobb (verified owner) –
Loved it! Really interesting stories. Made me more curious about others.
[email protected] (verified owner) –
As an instructor who is new to Oregon, having this book to add as a resource has been valuable and much appreciated.
hamblinkris (verified owner) –
I loved the emphasis on stories. The stories we tell ourselves and others inform our lives!
Lisa Stringer (verified owner) –
Between the Listening and the Telling was a magical piece that I didn’t know I needed. My seniors are writing college app essays and I have shared with them many excerpts from this book to help them in the storytelling process. It’s been greatly helpful! I thoroughly enjoyed reading this local author’s work, and have been inspired to read more of his work!
Sandy Moyer (verified owner) –
I gave this book as a gift. I didn’t read it.
brooke_hunter (verified owner) –
Through a blend of personal reflection and academic theory, Eng examines the complexities of how stories of suffering are both told and heard, particularly in the context of Asian American experiences. The book delves into the emotional and political stakes of storytelling, highlighting the gaps and silences in trauma narratives. Eng challenges readers to consider the power dynamics of listening and speaking, offering a compelling reflection on the role of narrative in shaping identity, history, and collective memory.
stormiautumn (verified owner) –
We all have a story to tell and this is a great example of the importance of honoring and sharing each individuals story.
Milo Greenberg (verified owner) –
My peers and I had the opportunity to work with Mark when I was in college. He was an excellent teacher; warm, funny, and humble, helping us learn from mistakes that he had made in the past.
DonnaASmith (verified owner) –
We all have a story to tell! This book is an amazing reminder that the art of storytelling should never be lost. Great read!
Tracie Unterwegner (verified owner) –
I loved this book. It’s well written and well researched. I have recommended it to many of my friends. It taught me to take the time to listen to the stories.
TaraOlson (verified owner) –
The author weaves together his expertise and best practices with personal anecdotes that highlight the importance of listening for community building. Well-written and easy to read.
Kate Puckett (verified owner) –
So powerful it’s still on my bedside table!
goducks (verified owner) –
Easy read that was very inspiring. Promotes the importance of telling one’s own story, and creating the space for others to tell their own story and actively listening to it. Great reminder of the importance of human connection in an increasingly digital world.
Wendy Simmons (verified owner) –
This book is a beautiful reminder of how stories bring us together. His honest, funny, and heartfelt storytelling makes you feel seen and inspires you to connect with others in a deeper way. It’s one of those rare books that doesn’t just teach—it transforms.
Lynda Grounds (verified owner) –
I look forward to reading this
Trish D (verified owner) –
Short story format was quick and easy to read!
CV (verified owner) –
A great read! Good reminder that active listening with intention is important.
SADSAE (verified owner) –
This book was insightful.
[email protected] (verified owner) –
Fantastic book which helps us remember our story has meaning and we might help others with their journey when we share our stories.
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