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Have you ever seen or experienced something and wished you spoke up? Writer Sakinah Hofler makes the case for writing as a tool to help you process difficult memories and reclaim the power they may hold. Pick up a pen or pull up a keyboard and follow along as she walks you through how to unburden your mind and inspire reflection.
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I definitely agree with this, since it’s allowed me to deal with and process my trauma and depression
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I don’t know much about creative writing but I definitely like to write clears up your thoughts
I wish I could’ve said this:
Same
Yes…
It does but it’s not like anyone official will realise it.
You go through difficult times, your experience and courage come from the pain you feel. God bless you
Fear and ignorance cause a lot of pain for innocent people. Thanks for sharing.
Writing creative, fantasy or science fiction stories as I think of them, usually in stressful times is such a wonderful way to get through it all
I am 10k+ words into writing a fiction book that I have wanted to write for years. I started just before Christmas and write 200+ words a day.
WOW! 🙂
For sure animals are far better than racists.
You are such a great woman .. this is powerful and you deserve all respect.