Life Lessence Blog
the value of our elders
As we grow older, we begin to realise the importance of family and the value of the knowledge and experiences of our elders. In particular, the life lessons that our grandparents can share with us can be a source of great joy and inspiration. Here are some reasons why...
What advice would you give to the next generation?
One of the questions we explore in our enquiry during the Legacy Book Workshop is "What advice would I leave future generations?" or, to say it differently: "What has life taught me so far?"To illustrate this, I am going to tell a true story of an elder who made a...
How to write an autobiography – A step-by-step guide.
So, you want to know how to write an autobiography. Is it easy to learn or do you hire a freelance biography writer?Have you lived a pretty extraordinary life? One full of engaging stories and valuable lessons? Maybe someone’s told you that you should write an...
Interview Questions for Your Parents: Writing their story
I’m often asked about interview questions for your parents beyond the usual ‘where did they grow up’ and ‘where did they go to school’ variety.People can have a lot of trouble coming up with good questions – but they’re really not as hard as they first seem. If you’ve...