Paul Gilmartin
Paul Gilmartin
#540 Therapeutic Writing - Diane Sherry Case
#540 Therapeutic Writing - Diane Sherry Case
#540 Therapeutic Writing - Diane Sherry Case
Friday 21st May 2021
Join Diane Sherry Case on Mental Illness Happy Hour as she discusses therapeutic writing's role in emotional healing and self-discovery.
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Get the buttons here!Unlocking Emotions: Diane Sherry Case on Therapeutic Writing
I fell in love with acting when I realized I could express things in my work that I couldn't express in my home life, like anger.
Ever wondered how putting pen to paper can help heal emotional wounds? In this engaging episode of Mental Illness Happy Hour, host Paul Gilmartin chats with Diane Sherry Case, an author and creative writing instructor who specializes in therapeutic writing. Diane passionately explains how writing can be a powerful tool for processing emotions and shares practical writing prompts that anyone can try.
She encourages listeners to write quickly and freely, bypassing their inner critic to tap into deeper thoughts and feelings. One of her unique exercises involves writing as if you're jotting down a grocery list—no punctuation, no grammar rules, just raw expression. Diane also emphasizes the importance of capturing happy moments, even on tough days, to remind ourselves of life's beauty.
Throughout their conversation, Paul and Diane touch on how childhood experiences shape our emotional landscape and the role writing can play in navigating those memories. Diane opens up about her own past, including feelings of neglect from her parents, and how writing helped her process these emotions. The episode also covers broader topics like the challenges of being a stay-at-home dad and student, dealing with parental criticism, and the quest for emotional intimacy despite personal struggles.
Diane's insights into finding the right healthcare providers who truly listen and respect you add another layer of depth to the discussion. If you're curious about how therapeutic writing can aid in emotional healing and self-discovery, this episode is a treasure trove of wisdom and practical advice.