Is it Easier to Write a Book of Your Life Story or Create a Legacy Video?
When it comes to preserving your "life story," you may be wrestling with the choice between writing a book or creating a video. Both are good options because they offer a lasting "legacy," but they each come with distinct challenges and benefits. So, which is easier and more effective for sharing your life story and creating a legacy? Let's dive in.
The Overwhelming Task of Writing a Book to Preserve Your Life Story
Writing a book about your life story can be overwhelming! It requires a massive amount of time, dedication, and emotional investment. Every word and chapter needs to be carefully chosen to ensure that your story is represented as authentically as possible. The process can take years to complete, from the initial brainstorming to the final editing and publishing stages. With a book, you depend only on words to carry your heart, values, and personality.
The Complexity of Creating a Video to Document Your Life Story
Creating a video about your life story is far from simple. So much goes into it behind the scenes - planning, scripting, filming, and editing can be complex and time-consuming tasks. But unlike a written book, a well-crafted video can bring your legacy to life. Video can capture your expressions, voice, and personality in a way that text on a page simply can't. Plus, filming yourself telling stories is often much quicker than the written word, because you’re usually not as worried about every single word, as you can get into a flow of speaking much easier when your hands don’t also have to work to type it out.
Both Are Worthwhile Legacy Projects, But Which Is Better?
If you get overwhelmed at the idea of staring for hours at a blank screen trying to come up with the right words to capture your story…
If you would like the telling of your story verbally, like a conversation, in just a day or two…
If you wish you could just see and hear your grandmother or grandfather’s voice again talking to you…
A legacy video is for you!
Simplify Your Legacy Project by Working With Us
The reason we started Sherwood Media was to help capture legacies through storytelling. It’s what we’ve done for the past decade. We love helping people tell their stories, and we’re pretty good at it. By working with us, you’ll experience a streamlined process, just a few days of your time, and unlimited potential for your video.
When your legacy video is complete, you’ll receive a digital version of your video. That means, you can copy it and share it freely, allowing your life story to be easily accessible to friends, family, and future generations.
So, while both writing a book and creating a video have their merits, the video route is generally quicker and less labor-intensive. Plus, with professional assistance, it becomes even more straightforward. Ultimately, the best medium for you will depend on how you wish to share your life story and create a lasting legacy for the world to see.
