Award-Winning Author: The Lost Art of Writing Notes That Save Relationships & Unlock Emotional Freedom

In this episode of Mind My Age, host Neelam Brar speaks with Andrea Driessen about the concept of Grace Notes, which encourages expressing love and appreciation to others while they are still alive. Andrea shares her personal journey of writing a grace note to her father and how this practice can transform relationships, foster self-compassion, and create a lasting impact on both the giver and recipient. The conversation explores the importance of handwritten notes, the role of therapy in emotional expression, and practical tips for getting started with writing grace notes. Ultimately, the discussion emphasizes the significance of acknowledging the impact we have on others and the legacy we leave behind.

Story Notes:

• Grace notes are a way to express appreciation while people are alive.
• Writing a grace note can transform relationships.
• Self-compassion is crucial in the process of writing grace notes.
• The act of writing can be therapeutic and healing.
• Handwritten notes carry a personal touch that digital messages lack.
• Overcoming the fear of judgment is essential to expressing oneself.
• Grace notes can help rekindle estranged relationships.
• The impact of grace notes extends beyond family to colleagues and friends.
• Legacy is about the small impacts we have on others.
• Everyone has the ability to write a grace note, regardless of writing skill.

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