Bowen Dwelle
Bowen Dwelle
Salvational or "a series of compulsions"?
Salvational or "a series of compulsions"?
Salvational or "a series of compulsions"?
Wednesday 18th October 2023
Join Bowen Dwelle and Sam Kahn as they discuss writing, addiction, and the power of community in this heartfelt episode.
58 minutes
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Bowen Dwelle
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Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Body & Mind
Entrepreneurship for Personal Growth
Sobriety Toolkit
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Get the buttons here!Writing as Salvation: Bowen Dwelle and Sam Kahn's Honest Conversation
Episode Overview
- The salvational nature of writing and its transformative power
- The challenges of addiction and compulsion in the writing process
- The significance of community and communal engagement for writers' growth
- The emotional journey of writing and self-acceptance
- The power of personal experiences and reflections in the creative process
Our goal with this conversation is to introduce each other more deeply to you as writers and to speak from our own personal experience.
What happens when two writers sit down to discuss the raw truths behind their craft? In this episode, Bowen Dwelle chats with Sam Kahn about the intertwining paths of writing and addiction. They dive into the question of why they write and whether it's a hard journey. Is writing a lifeline or just another compulsion? Bowen and Sam share their personal battles with addiction and how writing has been a way to navigate those struggles.
They talk about the hurdles of editing and the relentless pursuit of truth in their work. The episode also touches on masculinity and identity, exploring how these themes shape their writing and personal lives. The conversation isn't just about the solitary act of writing; it's also about the community that supports them. Bowen and Sam reflect on how being part of a collective has been crucial for their growth as writers.
This episode offers a candid look at the emotional rollercoaster of writing, highlighting the importance of community and self-acceptance in the creative process.