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It’s no accident that the surge of interest in journaling, memoirs, and family history has accompanied a more holistic approach to life. The Western world is discovering what has long been a tenet of Eastern philosophies and practice: There are undeniable connections between the mind, body, and spirit, and that we need health in all three areas in order to be happy and fulfilled. Baby boomers, generally, are more into healthy living, self-exploration, and self-discovery than any previous generation, and there are few activities more likely to enlighten than examining and documenting your own life. Baby boomers are not known as the “me” generation for nothing.

The older generation is, generally, a humble one. Some think it’s vain to write about their lives. The boomers have no such qualms. They are more introspective; they think about their lives and what their purpose has been, whether they have made a difference, and whether they have lived the life they wanted. Why the heck did they take that job, or move there, or marry that person?

Baby boomers are more likely to admit mistakes too, and chalk them up as just another step in the journey to self discovery. The prevalence of tell-all memoirs, talk shows, and reality TV shows reflects an attitude of acceptance, openness, and candor. Baby boomers are approaching their later years and deaths with the same intense focus on themselves with which they live their lives. They’re planning their own funerals — celebrations of life — right down to the music, flowers, and what they want done with their remains. They want to be remembered — and celebrated — for who they really are.