What Previous Students Say

"The course has made me realise how valuable 'little things' are. What may appear to be trite and insignificant at the time often turns out to be quite significant and meaningful years later. This course has been about learning not to take things for granted - it has taught me to value everyday little things more."
~ Kathy Kallos (participant 2002)

"This has been about processing my life. Exploring the layers. Looking at my history with a different set of eyes - a different mind."
~ Rose Colombo (participant 2002)

"This has been about me. It's been about me acknowledging my early life rather than dismissing it with a wave of my 'I don't matter' hand. I have felt in the past that my life was of no interest to anyone and I gave it no consequence."
~ Barbara Biltoft (participant 2002)

"The space of solitude with words, wiry emotions and memories, the listening to story - others lives, that vaccuum of holding, of space within which to speak truth."
~ Karen Prout (Year 2 participant 2002)

"The circle, the haven, a place where stories can unfold and be told. A life-changing experience as I hold a mirror up to myself and see the person that I have been and the person that I may become. Listening to other's stories sparks memories of my own, hearing old tapes that I thought had been discarded but rather, or so I have found, been merely gathering dust and cobwebs in the recesses of my mind."
~ Jenny Fisher (Year 2 participant 2002)

"This is important work in the world. It feels like a time when we need to be in touch with our humanity, and story is an excellent way."
~ Peter Saul (email participant 2001)

"I had always thought that I had nothing to write about, so it has been a surprise to discover that I've barely touched the surface."
~ Leila Forde (Year 2 participant 2001)

" I have found amazing voices that have flowed freely out of me - from a girl aged six and three quarters to a person with wisdom and clarity I didn't know I had. One of the greatest gifts I have received from Storyworks this year is that I know I can write. I feel I could write anything - an essay, a poem, a letter, a job application, or maybe even a story or a film script.
My confidence has grown and I have healed my heart through this gentle loving process."
~ Gaby Mason (participant 2002)

"Storylines gave voice to the many unfinished conversations and reflections I've had about the experiences in my life. The structure of the course helped me to tap into memories and images that I barely knew were there. Sharing with and listening to others has absolutely validated my understanding of the importance of telling one's story."
~ Megan Smith (email participant 2000)

Last Modified: November 27, 2007