A memoir is a collection of personal memories/stories related to specific moments or experiences in someone’s life. It is worth writing your own memoir, as no one knows you better than yourself, therefore no one can impact explaining your own experiences like you. If this is not convincing enough, here are a few reasons as to why you should write your memoir.
- You want to be obedient to God
Often, the process of obeying GOD can be a struggle, but there is always a huge satisfaction that comes with knowing you did at the end of it. If GOD has called you to write now, don’t delay due to uncertainties or externalities, do it now. You are His workmanship and He desires using you to advance His Kingdom. Do you desire being used by Him? Sure, you do! So, get to planning, get to writing, get to fulfilling His Will for you in impacting others.
2. You want to help people
A psychology lecturer once gave all her students US$20.00. She told half of them to spend it on someone, while half of them were told to do whatever they want with the money. Those who spent the money they were given on others, were happier than those who spent it on themselves. In fact, how much of the $20.00 was spent on someone reflected in how happy the students were. The study showed that the more a person spent on another, the giver was happier than a giver who spent less. In short, the more we are able to maximize what we can offer those who are around us (especially when there’s something we can control – like you writing your own memoir), the more satisfied you feel. Why? You get to help someone. The satisfying feeling is not a bad thing, once you remember that you are a vessel. Additionally, more people than you will ever encounter physically will see it. You can help millions. For this reason, it’s worth writing your own memoir!
3. You want to tell a story
“Stories have to be told or they die, and when they die, we can’t remember who we are or why we’re here,” a statement made by Sue Kidd is true. Repeating something helps with retention and remembrance. It is our memories that we can look back at to remind ourselves of who we are and share them with others, so that who we are impacts who they are becoming. Unless we share our stories, they die with us.
4. You want to leave a legacy
On the point of sharing your story, it will live on in the minds of others. The attributes and aspects of your story with the deepest meaning to readers can transcend the life you live. Now that is impact!
5. You want to become a speaker or trainer
The best speakers and trainers are authentic and are willing to share their life stories to help others walk a better path in this journey called life. Writing a memoir helps you to be experienced with speaking from the heart and being genuine. Also, other people will read it, which can help with building your audience and creating opportunities for speaking and training engagements.
6. You want the world to be a better place
“Be the change you want to see in the world”, one of Gandhi’s popular sayings. Unfortunately, we all want changes to be made in the world, but many of us won’t take the step to make a change. Writing your own memoir is a great step you can take to doing so.
7. You want to fulfill your purpose
Purpose speaks to the reason why something was originally created. Don’t live your life doing every other thing you enjoy, while ignoring the fundamental reason as to why you were created. If you are sure this is what you are to do, do it. Truly, on this Earth, you only live once. Live without regrets.
8. You have a passion to empower others
Once there is a will, there is always away. A passion is a driving force to accomplishing a desire or a dream that has your passion at its core. For example, your passion is to empower people, while writing your own memoir may be a dream or desire you can focus on that will be the driving force to actually empowering others. True passions never die. Are you ready to be more committed to the cause (empowering others) than your comfort zone (fears etc.)?
Ready To Write Your Memoir? Ready To Impact Lives With Your Life Story? Ready To Become A Published Author?
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