My brother and I are going through Dad's papers and we found journals that paint a completely different picture of who he was than the stories our family tells. We're both wrestling with whether to share these with our kids or let the gentler version of Grandpa be what they remember.
More people experience this than they realize.
Two people must decide whether newly discovered truths about a deceased parent should reshape the family narrative or remain buried to protect an easier legacy.
“Where Are You with The biography impulse — being remembered?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.