Storybox Playlist
Storybox Playlist: Stories of Little Acts of Service

Most philosophies, religions, civic models and therapies agree that the best way for a civilization to work, is if service is at its center. When we serve others — in ways big and small — we all thrive. Here are some stories that have service as their center.

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Projects

When everyone wakes with a separate project in mind, each need help but no one feels they have space to offer any. What to do?

17 min

Lady Jovial

When the smiling, kind "pigeon lady" stops showing up at the river, the people wonder where she has gone. Then a young girl finds out her true identity and her life changes forever...

25 min

The Cool House

It's hot in the Junkyard, and the animals want to help old Mr. Flinch stay cool. Will they find a way?

22 min

Whatever Power I Have

When Johann loses a friend in battle he is understandably angry and ready for revenge, but Liesl, the town's nurse, helps him redirect his energy to help others.

31 min

The Barber King

Old Fisher, the barber of Elkhorn, is always available to offer up friendship and wisdom, but the townspeople don't give him much business. But a newcomer from the city changes all that...

22 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.