Onward is a collection of personal stories about life-changing moments-moments when dreams and beliefs are threatened or shattered, when we're forced to make tough choices and challenged to learn and grow. Written by Guided Autobiography Instructors, these stories share the confusion, doubt, and sometimes the despair that accompany such moments. But they also share the strength and wisdom that ultimately moves us onward. In these stories you'll find: - Hope for hard times - The opportunity that often arises in adversity - And a reminder of your own strength and wisdom during life-changing moments. Guided Autobiography Instructors facilitate small groups writing and sharing life stories. They are trained and certified through the Birren Center for Autobiographical Studies whose mission is to enrich lives through writing and sharing.