Some people believe storytelling is a talent—something you’re born with. Others believe it’s a skill—something you build.
Here’s the truth: it’s both. But more than anything? It’s trainable.
In this article, we’ll bust the storytelling myth and explore how a simple metaphor (involving a king, a magician, and two piglets) shows exactly what it takes to become a compelling communicator.
🧠 The Storytelling Myth
You’ve heard it before:
“Some people just have the gift.”
The implication? If you don’t feel charismatic or quick with words, storytelling isn’t for you.
But here’s the truth:
Storytelling is not magic. It’s not a god-given gift. It’s a learnable skill—the result of dedication, determination, and discipline.
And no story demonstrates this better than the one I tell about...
🐷 The King, the Magician, and the Piglets
A magician performs. The crowd erupts. The king shouts: “What a gift this woman has! A god-given talent!”
But the wise councillor responds:
“No, my lord. It’s a learnable skill. The result of dedication, determination, and discipline.”
Insulted, the king throws him in the dungeon—along with two piglets.
The councillor hatches a plan. Every day, he picks up the piglets and climbs the steps. As the piglets grow, so does his strength.
Months later, he’s summoned before the king—carrying two massive pigs.
Legs like steel. Arms like cannons.
The king is shocked.
“What a gift this man has!”
The councillor smiles:
“No, my lord. It’s a learnable skill.”
And the phrase that follows is now a StoryVault mantra:
Dedication. Determination. Discipline.
🎯 Why This Matters for You
If you want to:
- Be more engaging
- Speak with more presence
- Hold attention when it matters
...then storytelling is your most powerful tool.
And it’s one you can train.
You don’t need to be “gifted.” You just need a plan. You just need repetition. You just need the right vault of stories and structure to draw from.
🛠️ Final Thought:
Every masterful communicator was once awkward. Every compelling story was once a mess in a notebook.
And every story told well… is a skill earned.
Want storytelling scripts, structure, and delivery tips you can use today? 👉 Explore The StoryVault
