Episode description

In this episode, we dive into the timeless story of "Stone Soup," uncovering the profound lessons it holds about the power of collaboration and generosity. Discover how embracing collective effort can turn scarcity into abundance and why your unique contribution can transform a community.

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Acknowledgements

• Expresses gratitude to attendees for their time and commitment.
• Thanks all presenters and speakers:
• Tempest S. Smith
• Deanna M. Mitchell
• Mr. Phil Sorrentino
• Serena Brown-Travis
• Vastine East
• Antonio T. Smith Jr.
• Encourages attendees to thank those who invited them and to provide feedback on how they can be helped on their journey.
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Story of the Stone Soup

• Setting:
• A village experiencing a famine, with villagers hiding their food in fear.
• The Soldier’s Arrival:
• Soldier asks for food but is told there’s none available.
• Soldier offers to make "stone soup" to share with the village.
• The Cooking Process:
• Soldier uses a plain gray stone and water to begin cooking.
• Villagers become curious and start contributing:
• Cabbage from one villager.
• Beef scraps from the butcher.
• Various vegetables like potatoes, onions, carrots, celery from others.
• Outcome:
• The soup becomes a communal meal enjoyed by everyone.
• Villagers offer the soldier money and treasures for the stone, but he refuses.
• Moral:
• The story emphasizes the power of collaboration and working together to achieve more than what can be done alone.
• Encourages everyone to "take their stone out of the bag" and contribute to collective efforts.

Closing Remarks

• Conference Conclusion:
• Marks the end of Day 1 of the 2020 DOMINATE Conference.
• Thanks all attendees for making the event possible.
• Announcement:
• The next session will begin the following morning at 8 a.m. Central Time, hosted by Law Holt.