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READ MOREWriting an autobiography isn't rocket science anymore
If you're thinking about writing an autobiography or writing a biography for a loved one or using a memory book to capture your life story, look no further than Harold Benson's life story for inspiration.
READ MOREEveryone has a story to tell
Why do people do it? Why are thousands of people capturing their life stories right now? What’s really going on here in the personal history trend that is exploding across America and around the world? What are people hoping to accomplish as they create an autobiography?
READ MOREWhat You Might Learn from Your Parents and Grandparents
Back in 1993, I interviewed my grandma. I had the advantage of actually having a degree in English and journalism so I felt compelled to use what I learned to capture the life story of this very special lady. I grew up with her living across the street--so I really thought I already knew her well so the interview was just a good way to get it all recorded.
READ MORE5 Reasons Life Stories are Lost + 10 Sample LifeBio Questions
1. You may not think anyone wants to know your life story. You might think, “Who wants to hear about me?” Family and friends really do want this type of information recorded, but they may not have the time to help you do it. To your family and close friends, YOU are who they care about—more so than movie stars, sports heroes, or politicians. They would like to read your book. Too few people actually decide to move forward with their autobiographies. Only an estimated 6% of Americans capture their life stories. So many life stories are lost.
READ MOREWhat my paper route taught me about building community
Back when I was a kid, I delivered the Erie Morning News to about 35 customers in Erie, Pennsylvania each day. I walked or rode my bike around the block every morning through all kinds of weather. It was dark and stormy many mornings. The streets were sometimes covered with worms. Mom or dad would drive me in the winter time thankfully--especially with the big Sunday papers. In the summer, the weather was great but the ink would come off on my hands as the temperature rose.
READ MOREFamily Gatherings are a Great Time for Capturing Life Stories
When you gather this Spring with family and friends, treasure those stories shared around the dinner table.
READ MOREFind meaning in memories: Learn how to capture your own life story
I was recently in Tallahassee, Florida for a special event at Westcott Lakes. Great fun! Here is the link to the article...
READ MORE5 Tips for Interviewing Grandma and Grandpa
1. Don't delay and don't talk yourself out of it. It's time to capture grandma and grandpa in print, on video, via audio, or writing via the web. Grandma's life story or grandpa's life story is far more interesting than you can ever imagine. Really and truly, your own grandparents can tell you things that no one else can share.
READ MORELifeBio 101 Autobiography Classes are Forming Now
LifeBio classes are forming across the United States and recently Canada too. We're excited to see these classes start in local retirement communities, schools, libraries, and community centers. Typically, LifeBio 101 classes are eight weeks in length, with the last week being a time for celebration.
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