David Satterlee - Documentaries - Transformative event from mens' support group - Emotional, Empathetic, Storyteller, Understanding

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David Satterlee

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An Australian Aborigine asks for help to re-identify with his dying sense of cultural connection. First-person relating of facilitating a critical transformative moment in a man's life. Read with gentle empathy while reflecting the powerful emotional changes being experienced.

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Vocal Characteristics

Language

English

Voice Age

Middle Aged (35-54)

Accents

North American (General) North American (US General American - GenAM) North American (US Mid-Atlantic)

Transcript

Note: Transcripts are generated using speech recognition software and may contain errors.
I asked John, did you find a man whom you believe can help you reclaim your culture? He nodded that I said, Now comes the hard part. You need to ask this man for help. This is a courageous and vulnerable thing to do, John, because he may say no. I watched John as he began to tremble. It was clear to all of us how vital this question was to John and his people. Then, resolutely, he stood before Adam, a dignified, white haired Aboriginal elder and staff man. He looked at him in the eyes and said, and after some hesitation, asked his question. Will you help me reclaim my culture? I am dying. My family is dying. My people are dying. I need your help. I am desperate. Please, will you help me?