Finding Me: A Memoir

Content Warning: This section of the guide contains discussion of racism, gender discrimination, and bullying.

Gather initial thoughts and broad opinions about the book.

1. What were your overall impressions of Viola Davis’s memoir? Did you find her storytelling approach engaging, and how did it shape your understanding of her journey?

2. Viola Davis shares deeply personal experiences, from childhood poverty to becoming an award-winning actress. Which aspects of her life story resonated with you the most, and why?

3. How does Finding Me compare to memoirs like Becoming by Michelle Obama or autobiography I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou, which also explore themes of resilience, racial identity, and overcoming adversity? In what ways does Viola Davis’s story offer a unique perspective on overcoming hardship and achieving success?

Encourage readers to connect the book’s themes and characters with their personal experiences. 

1. Viola Davis candidly shares her experiences with poverty, racism, and self-doubt. Was there a particular moment in her story that evoked a strong emotional response for you? Why did it resonate?

2. Throughout the

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