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The Truth About Stories
Chapter One – Reflection – “You’ll Never Believe What Happened” Is Always A Great Way to
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CONTEXT:

This chapter discusses origin stories of primarily Christian and Indigenous beliefs. Having now learned a bit more about these cultural stories and their impact on morality and order in the world, we will reflect.

INSTRUCTIONS: Answer the following with at least one detailed paragraph.

1) What important stories were you told as a child to guide you morally, ethically, and culturally?

a) Think about: childhood fables, religious doctrine and stories, family heritage stories, etc.

2) What did they teach you? Do you embody them today, or do you challenge/disagree with them today?