#Narrative Power

Tell the Story That Bends the World

Therefore, start where the longing burns hottest. Write one scene that could exist nowhere else; revise until a single sentence carries its heartbeat. Craft a one-line invitation—a promise—and share it with a small circle, listening for where attention brightens. Build rituals (daily quotas, start dates) that convert desire into momentum. Then, publish steadily—newsletters, readings, threads—so listeners can find the signal, return, and bring others. Tell it true, and watch the world lean closer. [...]

Who Tells History Shapes What It Honors

Ultimately, Achebe’s proverb is a method as much as a warning: seek the lion’s historian. By diversifying archives, honoring oral testimony, and interrogating platforms that amplify some voices while muting others, we move from celebratory myth to accountable memory. In that wider chorus, the hunt no longer guarantees glory; it yields understanding—and with it, the possibility of justice. [...]

The Power of Storytelling in Shaping Societies

Finally, with such power comes great responsibility. Storytellers shape not only the worldviews of listeners but also future paths for societies. Modern journalists, filmmakers, and influencers must recognize the weight their stories carry. Misleading or divisive narratives can sow discord, while truthful and compassionate storytelling can foster understanding and unity—reminding us why, as the proverb suggests, those who tell stories truly rule the world. [...]