Month: September 2024

On Day 3, creativity and teamwork merged in an immersive group activity. We were given emotions and topics, formed groups, and developed stories. Then, through dramatic performances, we brought our stories to life, testing the other groups’ ability to identify the emotions portrayed.

On Day 4:

1.An in-depth analysis of the song ‘Agar Tum Saath Ho’ from the movie Tamasha, exploring its emotional resonance.

2.A video discussion with Imtiaz Ali, shedding light on his creative vision behind the song.

3.An introduction to ancient Indian aesthetics, focusing on Rasaas (emotions) and Bhaavas (sentiments).

4.A cinematic outing to watch ‘The Buckingham Murder’, further enriching our understanding of storytelling and emotional depth.

Day three of storytelling; kicked off with Gibberish Charades, where laughter and creativity reigned. We delved into the learning of Ras and Bhaav, unlocking emotional depth in our performances. A crucial takeaway: the 45° angle position captivates the audience, maintaining eye contact seals the connection. Re-learned about breaking the fourth wall transformed our storytelling, drawing the audience in. The portrayal of expressions as per each each ras and its bhaav pushed our creative boundaries. A short skit brought emotions to the fore, as we explored the complexities of human sentiment. Projective Technique exercises helped us tap into our inner worlds. Day 4, we tried out by enacting, the ras and bhaav through the help of famour dialogue. Finally we capped off our journey with a movie time, analyzing emotional arcs and plotting. As we concluded, the power of storytelling lingered, inspiring us to weave our own narratives.

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• 7 habits & Love
• 7 Habits Class
• Art and Skills
• Art Therapy
• Bhagwat Gita
• Book Club (Big Books & Short Books)
• Books and Films
• Community Service
• Critical Thinking
• Emotional Intelligence
• Facilitators
• Feel the Fear
• Happiness
• Health and Fitness
• Integrity & EI
• Life circles
• Love Class
• Old / Archived
• Other (Mixed Bag)
• pursue your passion
• Support Staff Classes

I learned in a two-day session that storytelling is a powerful tool for expressing ideas. It relates to daily life, culture, past experiences, and beliefs. We discussed the difference between ‘bhava’ and ‘ras’, and engaged in activities and role play to express different emotions. The next day, we talked about projective interpretation. It was a fun learning experience that made us more aware of the details of theater.

“The storytelling sessions were truly captivating. They offered a refreshing perspective on films, allowing us to appreciate them in a whole new light. The creative activities provided invaluable insight into the behind-the-scenes craftsmanship of dramas and movies. Both days were exceptionally engaging and inspiring, leaving a lasting impact.”

It is a bag ith full of surprises and joy. On day 3 and 4, we had a few activities which made us to understand the technical aspects like 45 degree angle, breaking the fourth wall, and etc. In addition to that, we also learnt how to express different emotions and how expressing emotions can leave an impression on the audience. By following the structure of storytelling, we were able to achieve another milestone of storytelling journey. I also learned how non verbal communication also plays an important role in storytelling. Looking forward to many more learnings.

“Hum itne akele nahi….jitna hum sochte hai!!…”
these beautiful lines picked up from a monolog by Helly Shah; during Storytelling session taken up by Sagar Sir.
Amazing 2 enlightening days where we talked about the importance of 5 W’s in a story, elements of a story, its structure [begining, rising action, climax, falling action, conclusion] and few more things.
Knowing about breaking the 4th wall; which is an invisible wall between you and your audience was something we consciously pondered upon. Visuals are blessings!! Having said that we enacted a play which we made up by just connecting each sentence from participants and out of no where, who knew that it could lead to something magical!! Finally, watching the movie “Tamasha” gave more insights on the topic.
Those happy 2 days which kept me thinking about:
“Listen to your own voice…find a quite corner in your mind and spend some time. You will figure out so
many things..”

Critical thinking has profoundly shaped my understanding of life’s complexities, allowing me to approach each situation with a deeper level of insight. By examining issues from multiple perspectives, I’ve learned to question assumptions, analyze information critically, and identify underlying patterns. This process has  helped to look through different lenses using System 1 and 2; also  not only sharpened my decision-making but also enabled me to appreciate the different aspects of life—whether personal, professional, or societal. Viewing challenges through diverse lenses has expanded my mindset, fostering a more balanced, open, and thoughtful approach to navigating life’s uncertainties.