The250 has many inspirations. One of the most important is Seth Godin’s daily. Do yourself a favor and subscribe.
I came across one of his old posts that’s been spinning around my head since I read it. Here’s the part that struck me:
“Most of all, great stories agree with our world view. The best stories don’t teach people anything new. Instead, the best stories agree with what the audience already believes and makes the members of the audience feel smart and secure when reminded how right they were in the first place.”
– Seth Godin
The base purpose of The250 is to open up new perspectives, i.e., new worldviews. Help people to think about things from a new point of view. Specifically to increase empathy for those who engage.
I think of it as helping someone walk in the shoes of another.
Storytelling is the main technique used, but how do I fuse the technique with the purpose given? They seem to be at odds.
Right, that’s usually the question.
