Struggling to write your memoir

from start to finish? 

Or maybe you haven’t even started.

Give your family the greatest gift:

Your Life Story

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These 10 tips take about 10 minutes to watch. They show you how to overcome fears and get your stories down…like you’re talking to a friend.

I’m Barbara Field

I help people, mostly over 50, leave their life story as a legacy to their loved ones.

My proven method (backed by scientific research) uses a step-by-step system... that's fun and easy!

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“The class was wonderful. I’m no longer intimidated by writing because the class broke up whatever inhibitions I had. If I learned nothing else, it was that by writing, you can change the way you look at your story and be kinder to yourself. The beauty of Barbara’s class is it gets you over feeling you have to turn yourself into a professional writer. It takes writing off its pedestal so you can do this.” 

- Emily, student

Does writing about your whole life seem overwhelming?

Do you finally want to transform your story

into a powerful memoir?

Sign up for my exclusive classes, workshops and courses!

(Limited spots!)

No writing experience needed.

“I have taken a total of 8 classes with Barbara and I can say unconditionally that, in many respects, all of these classes have been exceptional. Barbara brings materials that help us go deeper and think harder about our personal stories. The energy is positive. Since we read our stories out loud, we all have the respect of one another as we find our “voice.”

I highly recommend working with Barbara on writing your life story. It’s a game-changer."

-Susan Klieman, student, marketing and business development consultant, former Credit Card Manager, Citigroup and Advertising Manager, American Express

Why Write Your Life Stories?

Scary Thoughts:

  • What happens to your stories when you're gone? 

  • Will your grandchildren even know who you were? 

    Maybe it's time to leave a legacy to your family...before it's too late?

You've talked about gathering your stories and memories, but you haven't yet. Maybe now is the time and I can show you how...🙂 

I have taught hundreds of students and worked one-on-one with private clients. And I have presented at wonderful museums, universities, religious institutions and private organizations in California, New York and Florida.

How does Writing Life Stories work?

1. At home

Every week, you are emailed my exclusive educational module—articles, video clips, poems, exercises—that you complete at home whenever convenient. (About 30 minutes)

2. What you write

Every week, you’ll also complete your writing assignment based on themes and deep questions. (About 1 hour) 

3. We work together

We meet weekly in person or over Zoom. You share your stories with a small, intimate group. (usually 4-6 people). Receive invaluable and caring feedback from your peers and expert guidance from me! (About 1 hour)

 Your Questions Answered

  • Barbara focuses on storytelling, not writing technique or craft. So you write quickly and easily.

    She will slip in secret tips and tricks in an informal way...and you will get to edit your memoir later on.

  • Yes. After you do the module and assignment on your own, you'll share your stories aloud in a safe space with a supportive group...And you get expert advice from Barbara in these weekly Group Coaching meetings. 

  • Using a guided storytelling process, the writing comes quickly and easily. In traditional memoir writing classes, students get mired in rewriting and never finish. 

    With Barbara's proven system, writing your life story is enjoyable, doable and achievable.

What others say about Writing Life Stories

  • “The class is so well thought out and Barbara gives great care to affirming and validating everyone. I highly recommend Barbara's Writing Life Stories classes."

    Jessica Chapin Geipal,

    Operations and Program Coordinator, UC San Diego Women's Center

  • “Writing in general but particularly in Barbara's class has helped me to find my voice in a way that spoken word has eluded me."

    Anna Schuchmann

    Sudent, Former CEO, Zolio Banking Executive at McKinsey and Credit Suisse

  • “Barbara is thoughtful, reliable, personable and very professional. She is truly a pleasure to work with.”

    Jessica Leitner

    Assistant Vice President, College Advancement at Baruch College

Upcoming Classes, Workshops & Retreats

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