Journaling Memories

The Journaling Memories process is designed to assist and stimulate the thinking and written expressions of the aging including those suffering with memory weaknesses associated with dementia and Alzheimer's. Such stimulus is considered one of several areas that has been shown to help in the treatment of memory weaknesses The process of recalling and chronicling the thoughts, insights, and lessons of life has additionally been important to millions of people around the world in keeping the family history for future generations. Meanwhile, a process for recalling and articulating such thoughts and recording them in a complete, structured way has been nonexistent. From etchings on walls to shoe boxes full of letters, notes, and photos, a record of meaningful memories has only crudely persisted. Unfortunately, full accounts have been lost as years pass, and memories are blurred by the lack of an organized process in a fast-moving, modern world. Journaling Memories is a process introducing an efficient and engaging system for expressing experiences. It brings out the adventure of recalling the countless thoughts and memories accumulated throughout life. To stimulate individual reflection and recollection, this organized process offers hundreds of thought-provoking questions spanning over fifty identified life areas. The goal of the Journaling Memories process is to assist the elderly, and those who experience memory weaknesses. It is intended to stimulate thinking in an organized process for recalling and recording life memories, leaving a record of experiences, insights, and values for future generations.

The Journaling Memories process is designed to assist and stimulate the thinking and written expressions of the aging including those suffering with memory weaknesses associated with dementia and Alzheimer's. Such stimulus is considered one of several areas that has been shown to help in the treatment of memory weaknesses The process of recalling and chronicling the thoughts, insights, and lessons of life has additionally been important to millions of people around the world in keeping the family history for future generations. Meanwhile, a process for recalling and articulating such thoughts and recording them in a complete, structured way has been nonexistent. From etchings on walls to shoe boxes full of letters, notes, and photos, a record of meaningful memories has only crudely persisted. Unfortunately, full accounts have been lost as years pass, and memories are blurred by the lack of an organized process in a fast-moving, modern world. Journaling Memories is a process introducing an efficient and engaging system for expressing experiences. It brings out the adventure of recalling the countless thoughts and memories accumulated throughout life. To stimulate individual reflection and recollection, this organized process offers hundreds of thought-provoking questions spanning over fifty identified life areas. The goal of the Journaling Memories process is to assist the elderly, and those who experience memory weaknesses. It is intended to stimulate thinking in an organized process for recalling and recording life memories, leaving a record of experiences, insights, and values for future generations.

Robert Smith is an expert in banking, mergers, and management following his of his 50 plus years in banking, leadership, and consulting work. His background includes his role as the Chairman of the Board and CEO of Security Pacific Corporation and Security Pacific Bank, which in the late 80's was the 5th largest banking company in the United States. Security Pacific fell under hard times in the early 90's and under Smith's direction he orchestrated its merger with Bank of America to preserve shareholder value and the career of many fine executives and employees Smith is a graduate of the University of Southern California and earned a law degree from Van Norman University. He has authored the book Dead Bank Walking: One Gutsy Bank's Struggle for Survival as well as a supplemental Nearly Dead Bank Walking in 2023. He has also written numerous articles on banking and lectured on the risks associated with banking and the effect of mergers on employees, communities, and customers. Since his retirement he has formed both Commerce National Bank, a community bank, and a private Investment Banking firm in Southern California. He has also written and published Bye Bye Banks, The Changed Face of Banking, Successful Business Leaders as well as Journaling Memories, Confession of a Catholic Convert, and the novel, Boardroom Confidential. His level of experience has grown through service on numerous boards including six NYSE companies and as a trustee of both the University of Southern California and Santa Clara University. Marshall and Own Smith are students at Notre Dame and Vanderbilt Universities who assisted in the creation, writing and development of the book.