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Family

Record a relative’s story

Invite a relative to record a story within boundaries they choose.

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Done when

A story is recorded with the storyteller’s consent.

Invite a relative to record a story within boundaries they choose.

Who this is for

Only with consent; do not press for painful memories.

Why this matters

The storyteller can choose what to share and what to keep private.

How to do it

An original activity to try, adapt or skip for your circumstances; outcomes are not guaranteed.

  1. Agree on a topic and distinguish recording permission from publication permission.
  2. Ask one open question and allow skipping or stopping.
  3. Let the storyteller review the record and choose storage and access.

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