Quotes from Matt Morris

Smile. Be happy with yourself–wherever you are. Think of something that makes you smile or something funny that will put you into a happy state of mind.

Stories are used in every setting, all around the world. They are the backbone to all new relationships, spreading the word about great ideas and keeping listeners entertained.

If you were stranded on an island, what 3 things would you bring with you?

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go?

worked at hundreds of networking events where I've met some of the most amazing individuals and people from all over the world.

Non-verbal listening, in which the listener displays what they're thinking based on their expressions and gestures, is important for feedback and can give you information on which direction to take the story. If the

We get nervous or anxious when talking to new people. It is because people are generally uncomfortable with the unknown. You

is getting bored, shift the topic of the story or change the tone of your voice to make it sound more exciting.

You have no idea how they will respond to you.

Probing Probing is the art of asking the right question at the right time. Throughout the story, you can ask your audience some questions. After relating or telling your story, you can ask your audience about their perceptions and opinions to learn if anything needs to be changed for the next time you tell the story. Do

What is going on now?" What is your body saying? Then

Relationship Questions

When Jesus was roaming the earth, he used powerful stories to inspire disciples to follow him and, in turn, impacted millions of lives for centuries. How

Then accept it and think of something that would make you curious. For example

1. A buddy of mine has been dating this girl for a few weeks and wants to ask her to be his girlfriend already. Is it too soon? 2. Who do you think is more sexual–men or women? 3. Would you be mad if a guy you were dating was also dating 2 other women? 4. If a guy were to pick-up on you, would you rather have it be in a bar, coffee shop, or online? 5. My friend recently got divorced. How long do you think he should wait before he starts dating again?

I am grateful for things from the beauty of being able to feel oxygen entering my mouth, flowing through my throat, and spreading through my lungs. I am grateful for my ability to feel emotions. I'm grateful for my ability to connect with other humans by exchanging words and feeling what the other person is really saying in the present moment.

Test it out and see what happens. Most importantly, have fun with it!     Chapter 5: What Our Bodies Are Really Saying Talk is cheap. Actions

Chapter 5: What Our Bodies Are Really Saying Talk is cheap. Actions speak louder than words. If you're going to talk the talk, you better walk the walk. Do you see a pattern here?

When a storyteller can relate a story to the audience, it causes listeners' ears to perk up. The

What you decide to do in every moment determines what will happen the rest of your life.

That also goes to being honest with yourself and your emotions.

You can say one thing and do something completely different. People can talk all they want but if their actions are not congruent with their words, then their social value will crash into the ground and often they will not get a second chance because they will be perceived as a liar. That

If this happens, then the listeners' ears will shut off and they might start daydreaming about

what they want for dinner or spot another person in the