#Discover Session | October 12

The Middle East is full of stories. Yet, so many human-centric stories in this region are left in the shadow of a more common narrative of war and conflict. Learn how media entrepreneur Hebah Fisher is using podcasting to shine the light on the brighter narratives from this region that are waiting to be told. Mrs. Fisher is the co-founder of Kerning Cultures, the first ever podcast to receive VC funding in the Middle East.

#Connect Session | October 2

In our first session this month, we will connect with Unsettled members from around the world through (1) personal stories of who we are, (2) where our journies have taken us, (3) how the stories we tell shape our lives, and (4) how we have the power to shape them! Come prepared with paper, pen, and be ready for new, global connections!

#Growth Session | October 7

The average person has over 12,000 thoughts per day, the majority of which are repeated, day after day, in meta patterns that are based in many things, from our early childhood development to our success and struggles later in life. Overall, these patterns form powerful stories that we tell ourselves. In this Community Contribution, you will discuss how your perspective on yourself powerfully impacts your emotions and ultimately your actions and attitudes in life.

#Discover Session | October 8

Zach Bell and Monica Bagley are legends in the making when it comes to using stories to create movements.  In this Discovery Session, you will use foundational structures from the Hero’s Journey, Pixar, and Burning Man to create your story. Warning: Only participate if you are prepared to use your story to create lasting social change for good. 

#Discover Session | October 11

Creative Response Therapy is a progressive, artistic technqiue that engages your self-expression to integrate therapeutic tools into your art supplies for life. You will need color pencils (or markers or crayons) and will receive a print out ahead of time.

#Grow Session | October 14

This is a story about transforming tragedy and trauma into meaning and purpose. Come prepared to hear a powerful story from Argentinian playwright, Pablo Gershanik, and learn how to turn your struggles into triumph.

#Connect Session | October 16

We all have a story to tell. But it’s not always easy to know which story to tell first, or how to tell it. Join this community contribution to learn how to turn your hero’s journey and your traumas and struggles into unique, compelling narratives. You will learn the fundamentals of memoir writing, whether you’re writing your life’s story or looking to understand it.

#Discover Session | October 18

Black Lives Matter vs. old narratives holding onto power. Conservation vs. consumption. The impact of 2020 will shape us for years, even generations, but how much can we understand the enormity of this year through competing narratives in society? Come engage with master storyteller, producer, and nationally acclaimed communications coach, Dawn J. Fraser. She was featured as a speaker amongst some of the nation’s top innovators and change makers at TED@NYC and currently teaches storytelling to students through The Moth’s Community Program. She is also the creator/host of ‘Barbershop Stories’, which features storytellers performing true tales in barbershops and salons around NYC.  

#Discover Session | October 20

Have you ever wondered why each place you’ve lived can feel so different? Why do some places feel ripe with opportunity, and others seem to challenge, stress, or drive you a bit crazy? Have you wondered where on earth your beloved may be, or a place that may enhance your professional life?

In this workshop, we will use “starrytelling” to realize that you can change your life story, by where you live… by connecting with people from your Power Places.

#Connect Session | October 21

We’re coming together for one of our classic Unsettled Connect sessions. We will bring the thoughtful prompts and engaging questions for you to discuss 1:1 and in small groups, with participants from around the world.

#GROW Session | October 22

Our session this week is an invitation for you to connect to your personal story and experiences through the act of putting pen to paper. Join us for a hands on journaling workshop to see how you can use some simple writing techniques to benefit your creativity, mental health, and more.

#GROW Session | October 27

We all know that our narratives impact our experience, but what does that mean for imagining our futures? Join us for human-focused workshop to look at how we can live the stories we want to tell.

#GROW Session | October 28

In this community contribution, brand & marketing strategist and Global Passport member Tekisha Harvey will be presenting on the art of building your TRIBE for business GROWTH. It all starts with the consumer. Understanding them allows you to better connect with them to build the most relevant products and experiences. After all, without customers, there is no business! Come and learn some proven tips and techniques for identifying your target audience and connecting with them.

#Discover Session | October 29

Open mic storytelling. Bring a story or your story, a poem or your poem, and any other oral or visual storytelling styles to share in this end of the month live session for members to share any and everything they’ve learned this month, on the virtual stage.