writing about the past

[farawayfairy]

I'm not sure whether this is the right place to post this or not so sorry Katie if you have to move it!

I was just wondering how people go about writing about their bad memories? I think I would find it very useful to write about them - either factually or creatively, preferably I'd like to write a story. However, I don't seem to ever get started because something gets blocked in my head. How do you manage to get your past on paper?

Thanks,

Love Laura x

[Katie]

Here's fine.
But if at any point you'd prefer it in the members only forums let me know and I'll move it.

I'll answer your question when I've thought some more....

[farawayfairy]

Thanks Katie For now I don't mind anyone seeing it but maybe if it comes round to either me or other people mentioning specific examples it might be best being moved there. I don't know. It's ok for now though

[gracefulsong]

i started by writing like it had happened to someone else. like iwas just telling a story and that let me get started. its still pretty hard to write about specifics though. hope you are able to do it if its helpful.