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Tell Love Stories is an invitation for us to remember that our lives are a collection of stories. In that understanding, we find ourselves in the vibration of love. Not all love stories are the same, and that's the beauty of it. We are creating a TLS movement to host more meals, hear more stories, and bring more people together through the power of love.
Why over a meal?
When invited to a meal, guests often ask,
“What can I bring?”
People want to contribute, and we’ve crafted a meaningful way for them to do just that. This time, we invite you to bring a love story to share stories of people, places, pets, or life events, large and small.
We believe that they are ALL love stories.
And we have a way to make them easy to share.
Some love stories are bold and strong, while others may be quite subtle. Perhaps some have ended 'too soon'. Some involve friends and family members, while others may involve a stranger, a teacher, or a lover.
There are stories that teach us something uplifting and others that impart difficult lessons. Perhaps it's an ongoing love story with yourself – with some parts already well-loved and others yet to embrace the love that's waiting. There are so many stories to share.
What happens at a Tell Love Stories gathering?
We eat, we share, we laugh, we make connections. Eventually, those who feel comfortable are invited to share their story with the group.
How to Tell a Love Story?
There is no wrong way to tell a love story. Your story is uniquely yours and can be about any topic, person, moment, experience or otherwise, that ended in you understanding that it was a love story - your love story. Any love story that matters to you will be perfect. Any emotion accompanying the story is very welcomed and seen as a strength, held in trust by our community.
Your story can be funny, moving, sad, short, or long. You can tell it in your own way, or use the prompts attached – whatever makes you most comfortable. You can write it down or speak on the fly. Take 3 min or 5 min or a bit longer if needed. There are no rules or obligations. The only key piece is that it ends with: “What I Learned About Love in that Chapter is…”
A Helpful Framework:
These prompts, while not required to tell your story, were developed to help those that may need a little help to start. You can choose to use these prompts, or freestyle your own love story in a way that is unique to you.
Once Upon A Time…
Each Day…
Until One Day…
After That…
And Because Of That…
What I Learned About Love In This Chapter Is…
Love, in its many forms, connects all our human experiences and love is not limited to romantic relationships. Love is present in the bonds between friends, the care within families, the kindness towards strangers, and the compassion for oneself and others, in growth, expansion, and learning. We are looking forward to hearing them all and sharing ours with you. All will be held in confidence.
A Sample Love Story
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