Why do kids struggle with math facts, but quote movies perfectly?
Take away the factor of the addictiveness of screen time, and you are left with one thing that makes movies much more memorable than random facts: storytelling.
I’ve been thinking about this concept a lot. We connect to other humans through the use of stories. They imprint concepts into our heads, and give us a mental picture for what we are learning.
It’s this concept that can help change the way we teach new ideas. Instead of trying to acquaint another person with abstract ideas, give them something that paints a picture in their mind.
Reach a person’s heart first; their mind will follow.
This is what makes stories so important. They connect to a key part of us: our hearts. And it’s always worth gaining a heart, not?