How can a creative act like writing move us through a healing process?

“Creativity is a basic human response to trauma and a natural emergency defense system,” Louise DeSalvo 

Welcome to today’s show!

 

I spend some time talking about what writing can do for us and why writing works. I talk about how writing in community can be beneficial and how I will structure my upcoming writing groups based on the literature and personal experience.

 

WHAT WE’LL LEARN

1. Why writing? What writing can do for us?
2. Writing in community - what is the additional benefit?
3. What should we be aware of regarding safety/boundaries with writing
4. I will explain my creative process with writing.

RESOURCES MENTIONED                                                                     

• Writing Bravely home page. Write with me!
• 3 Ways to Build Your Resilience in The Face of Pivotal Events

 

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