Unfolded

Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane

By: Brian Schubring, Linda Schubring

Narrated by: Linda Schubring

A provocative allegory to help individuals and leaders develop a sense of their true identity, permission to dream, and courage to transform

An allegory about an origami crane's dream of becoming a paper plane, Unfolded imparts a philosophy and strategy to help leaders meet their full potential, cultivate better relationships, and grow their leadership capacity. Through purposeful storytelling, the book encourages listeners to join a journey of transformation, self-acceptance, and expression, helping them unpack their identity and build confidence in themselves.

Listeners will learn how to look within to navigate their lives and about the importance of understanding the internal map of their life story, lived experiences, lessons learned, and shaping relationships. This book gives listeners permission to dream and shows listeners how to:

• Work with your feelings of self-doubt, fear, shame, guilt, and judgment when taking the next step forward
• See play as practice in disguise, and trying as intentional practice
• Track stories, maps, creases, folds, and dreams to look at your life and learn something important

This audiobook includes a bonus afterword not included in the print edition.

©2025 John Wiley & Sons, Inc. (P)2025 Ascent Audio

A Story For Our Times

This book is a blessing. Some books are meant to be reviewed and considered on a regular basis. This is one of those books.

I met Linda in person, and quickly purchased this book. When the student is ready, the teacher (or lesson) will appear.

A few days later I sat down to listen, and didn’t stop until the end.

The authors have beautifully crafted a timeless story of personal development, and at times I felt tears welling up, and even irritation or anger with characters who challenged OC’s dream. But I could also see who were the turtles, rabbits, and owls in my life, and where I am those characters for others.

Let the unfolding, discovery, and refolding commence.