Restorative Storytelling Book #1: Authentic Presence

Presence is the ground floor of the Restorative Storytelling training

It is the foundation on which all the other tools can be expressed. We read a person’s vibe first. And we can read a person’s vibe before they even walk in the room. We get this strange “sense” of how the interaction, or lesson, or experience is going to go before it begins. This sense or vibe is presence, and how we adjust to it is called comportment. 

What you'll get:

• A collection of essays on Presence
• A series of worksheet to help you practice Presence
• A series of graphics which position Presence with the other Restorative Storytelling tools.

“As a writer who speaks a lot at schools, I found that I was instinctively using some of the storytelling techniques David teaches. But what he does so well is break down the process, explaining each step with examples and exercises. I suddenly saw so many ways to improve my presentations - and it really did feel like tapping into a power I didn't realize I had.”

Steve Shienkin, Best selling and award winning author. Newberry and National Book award finalist

“This work is transformative! I was surprised by the action plan recommendations; turns out they were in total alignment with what I was seeking and needing. Thank you!.”

Rebecca Taylor, therapist, educator, and researcher

“David is an incredibly gifted storyteller and guide, with the power to impart that capacity to others. As a national keynote and trainer, David’s advice has been invaluable as I speak to, connect with and guide different audiences on a journey. If you’re looking to weave a better narrative, connect with the audience in a genuine way, and find your golden thread, David can help you get there!“

Nick Kittle, Award-winning civic innovator and best-selling author