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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Six-Word Memoirs” is a common card of the Memes World series 74, number 21912 of the collection, and the 157th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Six-Word Memoirs” meme mean?
This format expresses the ability to condense a complex existence, tragedies, or intense joys into a punchy sentence. It highlights the elegance of implication and the emotional power of the silence left between words.
Where does the “Six-Word Memoirs” meme come from?
The concept emerged in November 2006 thanks to SMITH Magazine, founded by Larry Smith and Rachel Fershleiser. They solicited readers to tell their biography in exactly six precise words. The initiative draws inspiration from a literary legend attributing the phrase 'For sale: baby shoes, never worn' to Ernest Hemingway. Although this attribution is disputed by experts, it serves as a major cultural reference. The movement gained momentum with the publication of the book Not Quite What I Was Planning on February 5, 2008, compiling the best contributions. A viral YouTube video posted on April 3, 2008, by micahsamaniac further popularized the format with the general public.
- 2006SMITH Magazine launches the writing challenge to readers via its website.
- 2008Publication of the collection Not Quite What I Was Planning compiling participant responses.
How to use the “Six-Word Memoirs” meme
- Post your own life summary on Twitter using the hashtag #sixwords to share a memorable experience.
- Use this format as a creative exercise in class to teach students how to be concise and impactful.
- Include a six-word sentence in a YouTube video to briefly introduce your personal journey.
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The “Six-Word Memoirs” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21912 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 74 |
| Fame | 61/100 · #157 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Six-Word Memoirs” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Six-Word Memoirs comes out of the Memes World series 74 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
Six-Word Memoirs origin?
The project was initiated by SMITH Magazine in November 2006 by Larry Smith and Rachel Fershleiser.
Six-Word Memoirs Hemingway true or false?
The attribution of the famous phrase to Hemingway is widely disputed by literature specialists.
Who is Larry Smith SMITH Magazine?
Larry Smith is the founder of SMITH Magazine and co-creator of the Six-Word Memoirs challenge with Rachel Fershleiser.
How do I get the Six-Word Memoirs meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Six-Word Memoirs” is a common card of the Memes World series 74. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Six-Word Memoirs card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Six-Word Memoirs | Know Your Meme · Fall Down Six, Get Up Seven · “Six word memoir…” · checked on October 15, 2026.
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