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Words That Heal: Writing Leads to Wellness
By Sandra Lee Schubert | January 29, 2008
“. . .That writing does heal is unmistakable. It is not possible to be in the presence of those who write their way through moments of ecstasy and moments of despair, critical illness and crucial life choice, spiritual awakening and free-falls into Mystery, without acknowledgment of the truth that writing heals.” ~ Kathleen Adams, author The Write Way to Wellness
Human beings have an innate need to express themselves from handprints left on ancient cave walls to graffiti scrawled on public places. Some expressions reflect a desire to translate a high principle and others only make sense to the creator. Nonetheless, we need to express ourselves whether through the arts, work or our families.
In the beginning was the Word and the Word was good . . .
The storytellers of the bible may not have been thinking about graffiti but a far loftier ideal. . . However, words can have impact on our lives bearing witness to the life events, recalling memories and healing wounds.
At one time, diaries with tiny golden keys provided little girls an invitation into a private world, where the dark secrets and longings in a child’s heart are revealed without (hopefully) the prying eyes of parents and siblings. Especially, during the delicate pre-teen and teen years when the pressure to conform is enormous it is an important outlet to talk about the things that one dares not express to anyone else.
How Can Writing Help You?
How can writing lead you towards wellness? Writing helps. It heals. It could cut down doctor visits but how do you begin this healing practice?
Begin simply: Buy an inexpensive journal or notebook and select a favorite pen. Create a sacred time for yourself when you are not likely to be disturbed. Write what is on your mind. Are you grappling with a difficult problem or illness? Begin there.
© 2008 Sandra Lee Schubert www.writing-for-life.com
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