TIP# 2: Choosing Your Theme
Before you build your Mosaic Memoir, you need to approach the topic of a theme. Selecting a theme is akin to choosing the melody that will play in the background as people read about your life. Let's explore the significance of a theme and various approaches to finding the perfect one.
WHY A THEME IS IMPORTANT: Your theme acts as the anchor for your memoir, providing a sense of direction and purpose. It helps in organizing your thoughts, creating a cohesive narrative, and guiding your focus. A well-chosen theme is like the backbone of your memoir, giving it structure and resonance.
USING THE 12 CHAPTER FORMAT THEME FROM MOSAIC MEMOIRS: The 12-chapter format from Mosaic Memoir offers a comprehensive approach, providing a 365-degree look at your life. Each chapter and its associated prompt questions allows you to explore various aspects of your life systematically. This format offers a balanced and thorough examination, ensuring none of the important facets of your life journey are overlooked.
USING JUST ONE MOSAIC MEMOIR CHAPTER AS YOUR THEME: For a more focused approach, consider selecting just one of the Mosaic Memoir chapters as your theme. Whether it's Family Fun & Vacations, Life Lessons, or any other chapter, this allows you to delve deeply into a specific aspect of your life. It's a way to highlight and celebrate the richness of a particular theme that holds special significance for you.
MAKING YOUR OWN THEME: Feel free to create your own theme that resonates with your unique life story. It could revolve around a passion, a pivotal moment, or a significant role in your life. This approach provides the flexibility to tailor your memoir to suit your individual life mosaic.
Themes in Mosaic Memoir extends beyond the written word. If you're scrapbooking or art journaling, visually represent your theme through color schemes, patterns, and materials. Online platforms offer an organized space for exploring and developing thematic elements. Whether on paper or online, the theme remains the heartbeat of your Mosaic Memoir, giving it a distinct identity and narrative thread.
Armed with your tools, your cozy writing space, and a chosen theme, you're now equipped to embark on writing your Mosaic Memoir.