My Stories Matter 1.7.3

We all live rich lives full of meaningful moments worth reliving and wisdom worth passing down. My Stories Matter is a reminiscing app designed for personal reflection as well as sharing with family and close friends, ensuring that your memories and insights are preserved for generations to come.

Reflect on past thrilling adventures with dear friends, cherish beloved family recipes passed down from Grandma, or commemorate special moments with loved ones who are no longer with us. These are just a few examples of the priceless memories we hold dear and never wish to forget.

Developed in collaboration with psychology experts, My Stories Matter integrates the latest research on reminiscence, nostalgia, and memory recall to assist you in capturing and documenting memories that enrich your life and the lives of those you care about.

Our aim is to provide you with a safe, secure, and confidential platform for reminiscing and reflective journaling.

• Memory Cues and Prompts: Receive personalized prompts such as songs, movies, and cultural references to spark memories that may have faded with time.
• MindPops™: Capture fleeting memories as they surface in your mind, ensuring that no precious moment escapes you.
• Book Creation: Compile your memories into printed hardcover or softcover books in full color or black & white options, tailored to fit your preferences and budget.
• Granular Sharing Options: Maintain full control over the sharing of your memories, choosing who can access each individual recollection.
• Privacy Assurance: Rest assured that your data remains confidential; we do not share or sell your information to third parties.

Experts in the field have highlighted the benefits of reminiscing, emphasizing its positive impact on mental well-being, self-esteem, relationships, and emotional regulation:

• "Nostalgia helps bring your psychological state back into balance... a stronger sense of belonging." - Clay Routledge, PhD
• "The stories of the past provide affirmation, hope, and belief in preserving one's legacy." - Andrea Bjornestad, PhD
• "Children who are knowledgeable about their family background are more well-adjusted and resilient." - Marshall Duke, PhD
• "Sharing nostalgic memories brings couples closer together." - Tim Wildschut, PhD
• "Older adults value positive memories to regulate their emotional state." - Mara Mather, PhD & Laura Carstensen, PhD
• "Group-based reminiscence therapy reduces social isolation and depression." - Franck et al.
• "Without memories there is no life; our memories should be of happy times." - Lee Radziwill