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Writing and Healing: “The Best Therapy I’ve Had”

by Sharon Lippincott on June 26, 2011

Writing and Healing LogoPost #19 – Women’s Memoirs, Writing and Healing – Kendra Bonnett and Matilda Butler

Finding Healing through Writing

Sharon Lippincott

EstherI noticed Esther sitting quietly while the rest of the class gathered their things to leave. I took my time stowing my computer, curious about her delay. As the room cleared, she came toward me.

“I need to talk to you for a minute.” She spoke in halting, slightly slurred tones. “I experienced a brain injury several months ago, and my memory isn’t what it used to be. It’s hard to use my fingers, and …” [click to continue…]

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Writing and Healing: Writing with Feeling Feels Good

by Sharon LippincottFebruary 27, 2011
Writing and Healing: Writing with Feeling Feels Good

It will come as no surprise to most memoirists or veteran journalers to hear that writing with blazing honesty about our deepest thoughts and emotions makes us feel better. Why else would we persist? What may not be so obvious is that this same writing that soothes and satisfies souls, pulls thorns from psyches, and calms turbulent relationships may also improve our physical health.

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Journal Writing Sense: Writing From the Heart

by Amber Lea StarfireFebruary 5, 2011
Journal Writing Sense: Writing From the Heart

Journaling about feelings is one way to become aware of the sources and effects on our lives, as well as learn to write from the heart.

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