Important Questions to Ask Yourself Before Beginning Your Memoir

While telling your life story is a rewarding and exciting process, it can also be overwhelming. Sometimes it can be hard to know where to start, which is why it's important to sit back and take some time to reflect on what you want to say.

What Story Do I Want to Tell?

Summarizing a lifetime of moments can feel like a gargantuan task. While not every story needs to be in the memoir, they may contribute to central themes that you want to highlight. Is there a specific chapter of your life that was particularly defining? Do you want to focus on specific milestones such as earning your degree, becoming a parent, or starting a new career? Narrowing down your specific focus will help make your story concise and engaging.

What Is the Purpose of My Memoir?

Do you want to share specific moments with loved ones? Are you hoping to document family traditions to share with future generations? Once you've decided on the purpose of documenting your life story, it will make choosing which memories to share much easier.

What Lessons Do I Want to Share?

There's no doubt that your story has valuable lessons and insights. Whether you want to share mistakes you made and what you learned from them, or identify specific moments that shaped who you are, all of these things are highly impactful when they are put to paper.

Am I Ready to Relive My Memories?

Sharing memories is often therapeutic. While many find it enjoyable, it may mean talking about things that are difficult to discuss. Making sure that you are emotionally prepared to reflect upon these memories will make the process much more cathartic for everyone involved.

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