In this course, we will examine the “foundations of your story,” the first of a two-part examination. It will guide you through four essential themes that form the backbone of every life: the meaning of money, self-image and wellbeing, the male-female equation, and the end of life. A follow-up course, “Enriching Your Life Story,” scheduled for Winter 2027, will take you deeper into your own story.

Faculty Bio

Sara Orem, PhD has taught at OLLI for more than a decade, bringing both academic expertise and practical wisdom to her popular workshops. As a founder of OLLI's Vital Aging program, she has helped countless adults discover the power of personal storytelling. Her academic study is in positive psychology and the ways in which we can enhance our emotions to live a more satisfying and fulfilling life.

This is an In Person Workshop

• Classes meet in person at the Golden Bear Center, Suite 300, at 1995 University Ave., Berkeley
• Classes will not be livestreamed nor recorded
• You must be a current OLLI @Berkeley member to register. Learn about membership, including our fee assistance program.

Schedule Highlights

• Course starts on Thursday, Oct.15, and ends on Thursday, Nov. 5
• Classes meet for 4 weeks, 2.5 hours per session (9:30 AM–noon)
• All course materials will be available in Member Dashboards through Dec  31

 Member Praise for Sara Orem 

"Sara is a marvelous instructor! So happy I took this class!"

"Sara gave me the tools to capture the important things in my life and to express them to the important people in my life. A treasured gift indeed. Thank you, Sara!"

I found this course to bring many emotions to the surface in my 83-year old body. Tears flowed liberally. Life is so short."