How Stories Can Change The World

“Every child is born an artist. The trick is to remain an artist.” – Pablo Picasso

I read the above quote yesterday on Twitter from @PaulSchwend, and it immediately struck a chord with me: an artist must both be inspired, and inspire others. Take a moment to recall the sense of wonder you had as a child. From storybooks to cartoons to the world around you, every minute of our young lives offered adventure, and a chance to express ourselves.

Getting older usually adds a heavy dose of realism, ho...