About
Writing HealsThis publication was created as a place for writers to share stories about writing as a healing practice. Writing has proven to help heal the mind/body and spirit. We accept submissions from writers who focus on the importance of writing in their lives.
Note from the editor
Writing has been proven to help heal the mind/body and spirit. This is a place for writers to share their stories about writing as a healing practice. We accept submissions about the therapeutic benefits of writing. Our sister publication is https://medium.com/women-writing-memoir.
Editors
Michelle Monet
Musician. Author. Poet. Seeker. Currently writing Showbiz Memoir and Broadway style Musical. My 5 books are on Amazon. Contact: 1020monet@gmail.com
Greg Prince
Bringing real feelings along with messages of inspiration and imagination to life. Awakening is the symptom of my infectious condition. Poetry is my condition.
Writers
Greg Prince
Bringing real feelings along with messages of inspiration and imagination to life. Awakening is the symptom of my infectious condition. Poetry is my condition.
Saleem Rana
I'm Saleem Rana. I'm interested in human flourishing and aspire to help readers discover how to be the best version of themselves..
Martine Weber
Published author and poet from the heart | Creative reflections on life’s mysteries | https://medium.com/@martineweber/membership
Glenna Gill
My memoir, “When I Was Lost,” is available now. Owner of Memories Mastered publication. Writing here since 2018 and love it!
Bebe Nicholson
Writer, editor, publisher, journalist, author, columnist, believer in enjoying my journey and helping other people enjoy theirs. bknicholson@att.net
Dr. Cynthia Miller
A visionary, pathbreaker, & leader in Cellular Transformation & Conscious Multidimensional Evolution; author of Unseen Connections: A Memoir drcynthiamiller.com
Kyrie Gray
For more history and humor subscribe to my newsletter Guffaw https://guffaw.substack.com/welcome or How Droll, Dear https://howdrolldear.substack.com
Dana Sanford
Poet. Philosopher. Tree climber. danasanford.substack.com, https://ko-fi.com/danasanford, -MH advocate- https://www.buymeacoffee.com/danasanford
Darcy Reeder
Empathy for the win! Published in Gen, Human Parts, Heated, Tenderly —Feminism, Sexuality, Veganism, Anti-Racism, Parenting. She/They
Mary C. Johansen
I am a poetry and prose writer and I have been published in print journals and electronic journals in the US and the UK. I have lived on islands all my life.
Patsy Fergusson
Tree hugger. Tour guide. Top Writer. Feminist. Newly-baptized Bay swimmer. Editor of Fourth Wave. https://medium.com/fourth-wave
Hawkeye Pete Egan B.
Connecting the dots. Storytelling helps me to make sense of this world, and of my life. I love writing and reading. Writing is like breathing, for me.
Rick Gibbins
a little to the left of Noam Chomsky and wondering where Germaine Greer is now that we need her!
Elle Fredine
West-Coaster, born and bred; Weekly Tales in fiction, dark/horror/fantasy, poetry, humor, feminism, writing, relationships, and love
Margie Gandy
I am a writer, musician, and humanitarian aid enthusiast from Texas who does what I can when I can with what I’ve got.
Sylvia Wohlfarth
An Irish-Nigerian soul living in Ireland after 40 years in Germany. A social anthropologist, English teacher, and more. With stories to share; and an opinion…
Leigh Huggins
Professional writing coach, copywriter, and editor. https://leighhuggins.com | LinkedIn @Leigh-Huggins
Susan Brearley
CA2016 EIC MuddyUm-Contemplate-Garden of Neuro-Summit-Connections-Entropies-Wordsmiths' Weekly, Native Voice. Co-editor Brain Labs and Ooh-Nom-Ahhh-Tuh-PEE-uh-
Danika Bloom
USA Today bestselling romance author of steamy rom-coms. Mentor @ AuthorEverAfter.com. My books on Amazon: amazon.com/author/danikabloom
Leslie Wibberley
Physiotherapist/Proud mama/happy wife Storyteller, finding magic in the everyday world. Repped by the extraordinary Naomi Davis of Bookends Literary
Gillian May
Former nurse turned alcohol & health writer/researcher. I teach people about alcohol addiction, trauma, mental health. Join my Substack: https://bit.ly/3PuVhXJ
Melanie Cossey
Writer of gothic horror, history, poetry, short fiction and web content. Professional freelance editor at www.polishedandpreciseeditingservices.com
Kathryn Dillon
Life’s a journey. Sometimes a peaceful hike in the woods, sometimes a screaming joyride down a dark highway. I’m on a quest to discover my truth by sharing it.
Linda Horton
Born a photographer, but prone to writing haiku on public transportation, or baking things. Death Doula in training. info@lindahortonphotography.com
Victoria Ponte
Writing to share wonder, gratitude and a sense of humor. Poetry, life lessons, survivor. https://youtube.com/@victoriaponteagain?si=KnAt8YLlTziU6IUc
Lynne Nardizzi
writing, traveling, living my life after healing from an incurable disease with medicinal plants of the Amazon jungle// psychotherapist at www.lynnenardizzi.com
Phyllis Romero
Freelance Writer, Armchair Psychologist, Philosopher, Upcoming Author, Nature Lover, People Lover.
Zita Fontaine
Writer. Dreamer. Hopeless romantic. Newsletter: zita.substack.com Email me: zitafontaine (at) gmail
Ree Jackson
Helping people through career trauma. Sharing thoughts on kindness, health, parenting, and politics too. Author of the ebook Reject Revolution. Be well.
Caroline de Braganza
Wise Older Woman (WOW). Poetry, essays, humor. Passion for mental health, social justice, politics, diverse cultures, the world and environment.
Kristi Keller
Write like no one is reading, because it might be true. Never let the truth stand in the way of a good story. https://wildhoodwanted.substack.com/
Christina M. Ward
✨WEBSITE: https://fiddleheadsnfloss.com/ ➡️ Bylines: LA Weekly | OK! Mag | Village Voice | Men's Journal | Vegamour | THS 📖Books available on Amazon
Mary Wise (she/her)
Poetry and personal stories of past lives and paths forward. Writer, editor, teacher, photographer, behavioral health expert. I live in PA with my two children.
MicheletheTrainer
Author, Project Manager, Speaker, Wellness Expert, Artist, Singer/Songwriter & Ocean LOVER Coaching@MicheleTheTrainer.com https://linktr.ee/michelethetrainer
Farida Haque
Multimedia artist, writer, poet. “I could not have painted myself happy without painting myself sad first…” faridahaque@gmail.com
Tanya Bryan
Builder of worlds with words. Encouraging creativity, humanity, and humour through true and imagined stories and poetry. https://linktr.ee/tanyabryan
Claire J. Harris
Global wanderer. Expert thumb-twiddler. Screenwriter, travel writer, and copy writer. Find me at www.clairejharris.com.
Anna Craig
Writer and blogger, venting about her life and struggles as a single mum and a mental health warrior in an attempt to stay sane!
Anna Rozwadowska
Owner, Editor of Storymaker, Hallow Literary, Literally Literary. Top Writer in Poetry. Writer, photographer, psychic, medium, and spiritual guide. M.A., Ph.D.
Gretchen Lee Bourquin
I’m a MN writer battling my demons & learning to celebrate angels. facebook.com/gretchenleewritermn/ twitter.com/gretchenlee instagram.com/gretchenleebourquin
Madeline Dyer
I write about mental health, chronic illness, books, and writing. I also write YA novels.
Lynda Dietz
Copyeditor. Grammar thug in the nicest, kindest way. I’m not scary, even for an editor. Find me at easyreaderediting.com
Jade Eby
Creative Empowerment Advocate • Novelist and Certified Trauma Recovery Coach • Professional cat-herder
Charmd Baker
Hello — I’m an L.A. based writer and self-published author. I enjoy sharing stories, articles, and personal experiences, many of them writing-related.
Jessica Archuleta
"There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you." --Maya Angelou
Estacious(Charles White)
I am a southern writer and teacher living in the midwest. I focus on education, poetry, and fiction. I am an award-winning playwright. estaciousw1914@yahoo.com
Mimi Toya
Hobby Writer | Mental Health Advocate | Mother | Podcaster | Music Lover | Superhero | Supervillain | All of the Above & Counting | Doing the Best I Can
KM Bernard
Kathleen is a Nure Practitioner, lover of the cadence of words, and her rescue dog. She/her.
Carolyn Bertolino
I write about personal well-being and national issues. Read more from me and others at https://medium.com/@carolynbertolino/membership
Matilda Fairholm
Writing to rescue others from the devastation of domestic abuse, and learning to live better. https://matildafairholm.medium.com/membership
Lisa Bolin
Writer | Poet | Educator | Book-lover | Multilingual | Travel Enthusiast | Garden of Neuro Institute sister | A curious soul | A little fearless
Marilyn Flower
Writer, sacred fool, improviser, avid reader, novel forthcoming, soul collage facilitator, prayer warrior and did I say writer? https://linktr.ee/marilynflower
Marco Brambilla
Data science, social and media analysis. Data, software, ML, AI, and models all around.