There is something empowering about writing your memoir.

 

Medically, telling the story of your life can have physical as well as psychological benefits.

 

Your manuscript becomes a container for your grief, a place that holds the tender memories and the harsh realities of your journey through the most devastating of times. Remembering the good times, embracing the hard times, and comforting yourself with the memories become a meaningful journey of self-discovery and healing.

Marilee Zdenek is the author of seven books, including BETWEEN FIRES, a memoir about recovering from devastating losses and creating a life that is meaningful and deeply satisfying. She is a pioneer in the use of "right brain" techniques and has lectured internationally on the constructive use of imagination since 1980.