Storybox Playlist
Storybox Playlist: Stories for Taking Care of Yourself

It is a busy time of year — there are many expectations of ourselves and others and what we often forget is how to prioritize self care. Here are a few stories that encourage self care and then give practical ways on how to do it.

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Comfort Food

When family friend Mr. Weber has surgery, they decide to cook for him. The family delights in learning how to cook carefully, slowly and how to fill the food with love.

21 min

Strong, Warm, and Grateful

Clancy learns to be thankful after meeting some cows in Siberia who live in very harsh conditions but who are grateful nonetheless.

27 min

Good Morning Magic

Pippy and her dad spend every morning as she wakes, and every night when she goes to bed together, and the fairies in their apartment enjoy this special time too!

22 min

The Crystal Gnome

Overwhelmed by bright lights and loud sounds, the crystal gnome learns how to make a home among the sights and sounds that intrigue him.

25 min

Rocky the Donkey

A little donkey is embarrassed by his unusual and very long name, until he meets some other donkeys are find it impressive and interesting.

17 min

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About the Author

David Sewell McCann

Story Spinner

David Sewell McCann fell in love with spinning stories in first grade – the day a storyteller came to his class and captured his mind and imagination. He has been engaged in storytelling all of his adult life through painting, film-making, teaching and performing. Out of his experience as a Waldorf elementary class teacher and parent, he has developed a four step method of intuitive storytelling, which he now shares through workshops and through this website.