I want to write a book about bad things that have happened in my life how do i start?

Question

well basically I'm thinking of writing a book about my life and what ive been threw growing up going from falling out with my first love causing anorexia,eating disorder to finding out my brother was schizophrenia to him nearly dieing.. and then so on...i feel writing a book will help me deal with my past what do you think?

Answer 1

That sounds like an amazing thing to do! I write poetry about everything that has gone on in my life. I suggest maybe creating it with a character with a different name And doing everything from her point of view. Writing about experiences is a way to get them out and it can be a form of therapy. I think it will help you and it sounds like a good idea. Good Luck!

Answer 2

dear, the best thing to do is get over it first. otherwise, writing a book will be stressfull.

Answer 3

That's a good idea! But why is it in Beauty and Style? Take it to the Books section and you'll get better answers

Sorry about all that stuff- but hey- your brother ALMOST died right?

Answer 4

I say go for it.  Sorry to hear all that happened though.

Answer 5

You start by posting this in the right section.

Answer 6

I was hatched.then go on from there.

Answer 7

Well, it's a win/win ... whether or not you get published. Writing can be very cathartic. Plenty of therapists suggest that their clients keep a journal. It's also pretty cool to put all that stuff down on paper, then reread it months or years later. It helps to get it out of your head and put things into perspective.

However, it can also be dangerous.... depending on the memories that will get stirred up. So it's best to approach it along with therapy and/or meds. If you've been through all that, you probably need therapy anyway.

Answer 8

I think it's a good idea. I just started a blog and it really helps me to think a lot about what's going on in my life. I say definitely write a book. Or, if you can start by blogging!