: Re: How do I approach writing an autobiography? I have never kept a diary, and some time back I thought it would be fun to work on some sort of autobiography to note down any memorable events

@Michele605

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My advice is to find some element (with an emotional content) that changed across your life and make a list. The goal is to have an outline of major events. Then fill the gaps between those "milestones".
For me, a list of girlfriends worked pretty well (without it turning out to be a book about my sex life). Anything could be suitable for this purpose (like a list of your jobs, without it turning out to be a book about your career :D).
About your three points:

Yes, I'll suggest chronological order (it's easier if you follow my previous advice)
Just start typing it without too much thinking
It only depends by your purpose..

Hope this helps.

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