My Voice Will Go With You: The Teaching Tales O... May 2026

Sidney Rosen’s My Voice Will Go with You: The Teaching Tales of Milton H. Erickson is a collection of over 100 of these "teaching tales". It’s a fascinating look at how Erickson used humor, surprise, and metaphor to help people change their lives without them even realizing it was happening. Key Themes from the Tales

: Instead of telling a client to be more patient, Erickson might tell a long, vivid story about a farmer waiting for seeds to sprout in the rain. The conscious mind hears a story about farming; the unconscious mind learns a lesson about timing and growth. Why This Book Matters Today My Voice Will Go with You: The Teaching Tales o...

: Erickson believed we all have a "storehouse" of ideas and experiences within us. His stories often nudged listeners to rely on their unconscious mind for solutions rather than trying to over-analyze every problem. Sidney Rosen’s My Voice Will Go with You: