In this Season One finale, host Talaya Dendy celebrates the milestone of completing The Healing Pen and a Mic Companion podcast. Reflecting on the live October workshop, Talaya shares why she has decided to keep her signature 5-hour "deep dive" format and how journaling serves as a vital tool for movement, not just reflection. This episode features moving testimonials from participants and a first look at the evolving future of the program for 2026 .
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💜Thank you to the St. Paul chapter of the Awesome Foundation for sponsoring this episode and the Healing Pen and a Mic workshop. Your support makes this life-changing work possible!
In this episode, we discuss:
The Power of the 5-Hour Intensive: Why meaningful conversations can’t be rushed and why this format led to major breakthroughs.
Movement as Medicine: Using journaling as a spark for action to reach your optimal, healed self.
A Safe Space for Vulnerability: How emotional and physical safety allowed participants to form lifelong bonds in just five hours.
✨Episode Highlights:
00:04:20 Journaling as a Tool for Action & Movement
00:05:41 Moving Participant Testimonials
00:06:41 The Future of the Healing Pen and a Mic
Transcript: https://bit.ly/healingpen5
Ways to Support & Connect:
Support the Mission: Donate to the Survivor Series here
Join the 2026 Priority List: Sign up for the 'On the Other Side' Newsletter
Work With Me: Visit my website for Cancer Doula Services
Hosted, Produced, Written, and Edited by: Talaya Dendy
Disclaimer: The information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only and SHOULD NOT be used as a substitute for sound professional medical advice, evaluation, or care from your physician or other qualified health care provider.
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