One of the most meaningful responses I’ve received as an author came from a woman who shared a long-buried secret from her childhood. Her words reminded me of Maya Angelou’s wisdom: “There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.”
Like her, many of us hold stories within us, stories that weigh us down. My own experiences of childhood trauma taught me how powerful — and healing — it can be to put words to those stories, even if no one else sees them. Writing gave me agency when I felt powerless, a voice when I felt silenced.
Science backs this up. Studies show that expressive writing can alleviate stress, increase resilience, and even aid in healing trauma. While writing isn’t a substitute for professional therapy, it can be a profoundly transformative tool.
And here’s the beautiful truth: you don’t need to be a writer to write. Forget grammar, forget perfection. Write for yourself, for your healing, and for the freedom of unburdening your soul.
And if you choose to shape those words into something to share? You might just make someone else feel less alone.
To my fellow storytellers, whether you write for the world or for your own heart — your story matters.
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