Why You Remember Certain Moments Forever

Why do some moments stay with us for decades while entire seasons of life fade into blur?In this episode, memoir mentor and author Kerry Kriseman explores the fascinating connection between memory, emotion, and storytelling — and why the moments you remember most vividly are often the key to uncovering your memoir.You’ll learn:* why emotional memories stay etched in our minds* how defining moments shape compelling memoir* why memoir is not about documenting your entire life* how transformation creates powerful storytelling* and why your strongest memories may hold the deeper thread of your storyIf you’ve ever wondered whether your life experiences matter enough to become memoir, this episode is your reminder that meaningful stories are often hiding inside the moments you can’t forget.✨ Mentioned in this episode:Find the Story That MattersA live memoir workshop designed to help you uncover the defining moments, emotional themes, and hidden story inside your life experiences.📅 Wednesday, June 24⏰ 2 p.m. ETREGISTER HERE This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kerrykriseman.substack.com/subscribe