Thematic and Life Arc

Life Story Topics

Life Story Topics: Thematic Topics vs. Life Arc Topics

Life story topics can be thematic or chronological – what’s called “Life Arc” stories. The Times of My Life app allows you to choose both types of life story topics. 

Thematic Topics are specific events, milestones, and memories in life. These include graduations, weddings, births, rites of passage, and the many other special experiences that are part of your life story. Most people find it easier to start with a thematic story.

There are more than 100 thematic story topics in the Times of My Life app. The Virtual Biographer has been trained to interview you about each topic. To find and start a story, use the search box on the right, or tap one of the Story Categories. You can also view the entire list of thematic story topics here.

Life Arc Topics are listed chronologically, starting at childhood and progressing to the present day. It’s the traditional way of telling life a life story. If you are looking to write and publish your entire life story, this is the ideal place to start. See all Life Arc story topics here.

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