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Here’s what you might say to the critic in your head who’s holding you back:

• I can’t write - many students are first-time writers. This course provides a safe and supportive environment for writers of all skill levels. We’re here for the stories. Writing skills will follow. Many students take this class to develop and nurture a writing habit, and it works!

• I can’t remember - some of my students aren’t quite sure how to tap into their memories. We’ll share tools and techniques to help you connect to your memories.

• I don’t know where to start - Every week, you’ll receive several prompts on a topic. Start there. One story at a time. By the end of the classes, most students have reconnected with memories stored away for decades and are excited about revisiting them.

• People will criticize my writing - this is a storytelling class, not a writing critique class. The focus is on the story and your experiences. If you’re interested in a more critical look at your writing, you might want to try a more traditional writing class.

• I’m too young/ I’m too old - Students have ranged in ages from mid-twenties to their nineties. Your stories are your stories; it’s never too early, and it’s never too late! Start where you are.

• My memories are too painful - Most people have suffered some level of trauma. For trauma treatment, please seek professional psychiatric help. This class is not intended to replace psychiatric help. However, it can be therapeutic to write about a painful event, helping the mind to process it. You choose the stories you want to share, and you decide how much to share. This is your opportunity to create a narrative for the event. But if a story is too painful to tell, by all means, choose a less sensitive story. You decide where you want to take this.

• I don’t have time - This is the ‘someday’ thinking. We all think we have all the time in the world for these projects, but as we get older, there’s only so much time left. Making time for things that matter (your family stories) allows you to have conversations with friends and family about past events: good events, difficult events, you get to share your narrative. These stories are an amazing opportunity for connection. Rather than watch yet another series on Netflix, I invite you to try your hand at writing your stories in a safe and supported environment. You’ll be surprised how satisfying and worthwhile this can be!