Best Kelly McMasters Podcasts (2025)

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Unlock Creative Flow with Qigong: Somatic Practices for Writers with Jay DeMaio 52:12

1d ago52:12

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Send us a text Have you ever felt like your creativity is blocked—but you know the problem isn’t your ideas, your schedule, or even your writing practice? What if your nervous system holds the key to unlocking the stories inside you? In this episode, I’m joined by Jay DeMaio, a trauma-aware Internal Martial Arts teacher based in Charlottesville, Vi…

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Dept. of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, Senator Amy Klobuchar, Rep. Tony Gonzales, National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett 54:43

5d ago54:43

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This week on Face the Nation, immigration protests in Southern California turn violent as federal authorities ramp up their nationwide effort to round up those who could be in the country illegally. President Trump's mandate to escalate detentions and potentially deportations set the scene for violent protests in Los Angeles this weekend, and he no…

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Why most agencies fail at onboarding (and how to fix it) - Taylor McMaster, Founder of DOT & Company 24:46

7d ago24:46

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Taylor McMaster (Founder of DOT & Company) joins Mikael to discuss client onboarding and account management strategies that help agency owners scale beyond the day-to-day operational bottlenecks. Over the past 6 years, Taylor has helped over 12,000 agency owners optimize their onboarding processes through her fractional account management services.…

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Why Writing Is Still Worth It: Sean Murphy on Endurance, Inspiration, and Literary Citizenship 46:06

8d ago46:06

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Send us a text In this episode, I reconnect with the brilliant and multifaceted Sean Murphy—poet, fiction writer, founder of 1455 Literary Arts, director of the Center for Story at Shenandoah University, and host of the podcast Some Things Considered. Together, we explore what it means to create during challenging times, why writing is a long game …

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How AI has changed B2B copywriting - Chris Silvestri, Founder of Conversion Alchemy 21:31

10d ago21:31

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Chris Silvestri (Founder of Conversion Alchemy) helps series A - C B2B SaaS companies increase their conversions by improving their messaging. By applying his copywriting and positioning skills, his clients have seen their conversions improve anywhere from 30 - 200%. Chris started out as a software engineer, but later on pivoted to solopreneurship.…

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Sec. Scott Bessent, Sen. Rand Paul, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, FDA Commissioner Marty Makary 54:49

12d ago54:49

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This week on Face the Nation, the turmoil over tariffs continues. The economic whiplash from the on again, off again Trump tariffs persists here at home, as does the confusion around the world. We speak exclusively with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Then, as Congress continues to move forward with its massive tax and border bill, questions rema…

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Extended Interview: Jack McCain 17:28

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CBS News has learned the State Department intends to shut down the office tasked with helping to resettle the Afghans who fought alongside U.S. servicemembers against the Taliban. Thousands of our Afghan partners are still waiting for their visas, some of whom are in hiding for fear of retribution at the hands of the Taliban. Ahead of that change, …

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Extended Interview: Cindy McCain 16:10

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Humanitarian aid trucks are entering Gaza after an 11-week blockade, but the U.N. says it's not enough to meet the need. World Food Programme Executive Director Cindy McCain joined Face the Nation on Sunday, May 25 to discuss conditions on the ground. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/priva…

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Using Human Design to Break Through Writing Blocks and Find Flow with Maha Mamish 49:59

15d ago49:59

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Send us a text Have you ever wondered what truly drives you? Are there parts of your personality that leave you puzzled, making you ask, "Why do I do that?" Have you been trying to improve an aspect of your life—especially your writing life—but it feels like no matter what you do, nothing changes? If you’re nodding along, get ready for a mind-blowi…

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Speaker Mike Johnson, Rep. Jim Himes, Cindy McCain 54:03

19d ago54:03

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This week on Face the Nation, Memorial Day marks the unofficial start to summer, we kick it off with a hat tip to the nation's military as President Trump gives this year’s commencement speech at West Point. But as these new members of the world's most powerful military go forward, are we doing enough to support them? We talked with some veterans s…

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Bringing Light to History: Amy Fish and the Journey of One in Six Million 37:26

22d ago37:26

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Send us a text Six years ago, Amy Fish and I sat at a table in a hotel ballroom during the HippoCamp Writing Conference when she told me about her latest book idea. As soon as I heard about it, I said, go write that book. In this episode, we celebrate both the journey and the final version of her latest nonfiction book, One in Six Million. Join us …

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Extended Interview: Former Defense Secretary Robert Gates 51:13

25d ago51:13

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Face the Nation Moderator Margaret Brennan went to Williamsburg, Virginia to interview former Secretary of Defense Robert Gates on how today's threats compare with those of the past. Before retiring from public service, Gates served under eight different presidents from both political parties. He's now the chancellor of William & Mary. The former s…

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Secretary Marco Rubio, Senator Chris Van Hollen, Former Defense Secretary Robert Gates 54:25

26d ago54:25

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This week on Face the Nation, President Trump is back from the Middle East and facing new headwinds on the domestic front, especially on the economy and working with Congress to fund the president’s agenda. While the president's whirlwind deal-seeking trip to some of the monied parts of the region may be over, his efforts pushing for cease-fire dea…

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Building a Writing Career Without Social Media: Amelia Hruby on Creative Independence 53:11

29d ago53:11

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Send us a text When was the last time you examined your relationship to social media? During this week’s episode, I speak with Amelia Hruby, host of the Off the Grid podcast, a show that helps business owners and creatives leave social media without losing customers or readers. Discover what led her to leave Instagram, how her post-Instagram life h…

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Bonus POD: Cardinal Blase Cupich 19:12

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Newly-elected Pope Leo XIV became the first American to lead the world’s Catholic faithful. This is an extended version of Ed O’Keefe’s full interview with U.S. Cardinal Blase Cupich on the future of the Catholic Church, a portion of which aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 11, 2025. To learn more about listener data and our pr…

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Bonus POD: Scott Kirby, United CEO 23:18

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After another air traffic control blackout at Newark airport, are our skies safe? This is an extended version of Ed O’Keefe’s full interview with Scott Kirby, United Airlines CEO, a portion of which aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 11, 2025. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacy…

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United CEO Scott Kirby, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, Rep. Mike McCaul 54:21

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This week on Face the Nation, the papal conclave comes to a surprise ending. After recent air traffic control blackouts at Newark airport, are our skies safe? Will travelers see more airline delays or higher ticket prices this summer? We talk to United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby. Plus, surprise and jubilation here in the U.S. and at the Vatican on th…

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Deep Memoir Writing: 3 Stages of Transformation Every Writer Should Know with Jennifer Selig 43:34

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Send us a text In today’s episode, join me and Jennifer Selig as we explore how memoir writing can be a powerful tool for healing and self-discovery. Learn how Jennifer’s unique blend of depth psychology and storytelling offers a fresh perspective on the writing process, and find out how her alchemical stages of change and equations for transformat…

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Rep. Mike Turner, Sen. Tammy Duckworth, Ambassador Oksana Markarova 54:25

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This week on Face the Nation, President Trump begins the next phase of his agenda with a key staff shakeup. Mike Waltz is out as National Security Adviser, and Secretary Marco Rubio is in, adding another job to his growing list of responsibilities. With Trump's push for a nuclear deal with Iran and an end to Russia's war in Ukraine, we'll ask Repub…

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Finding Your Form: Kelly McMasters on Writing Memoir in Essays and Emotional Truth 46:00

1M ago46:00

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Send us a text What happens when a story won’t stay linear—when your life fractures in ways that defy neat beginnings, middles, and ends? In this episode of Writing Your Resilience, I sit down with essayist, professor, and former bookshop owner Kelly McMasters, author of The Leaving Season: A Memoir-in-Essays. From leaving marriages to landscapes, …

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BONUS POD: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov 52:23

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President Trump said last week that the Kremlin occupation of Crimea is not being discussed right now, and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the occupation is a "done deal." Russia does not "negotiate its own territory," Lavrov said. Russian President Vladimir Putin forcibly took the territory…

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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, Gary Cohn, Sen. Jeanne Shaheen 54:50

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This week on Face the Nation, as Trump 2.0 nears the 100 day mark, what do Americans think of the job he's doing? As the impact of those changes are now being felt from coast to coast, what kind of progress report is America giving President Trump on the issues that got him elected, like the economy and border security? We'll check in with the firs…

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Embracing Your Weirdness: Allison Landa on Self-Acceptance and Social Stigma 50:58

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Send us a text What makes you weird? Is it something that fills you with pride or something you try to hide, a secret you’re constantly working to cover up? In today’s episode, I’m beyond excited to sit down with the brilliant author, Allison Landa, whose memoir Bearded Lady takes us on a raw and transformative journey of self-acceptance, societal …

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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, Gov. Maura Healey 54:39

2M ago54:39

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This week on Face the Nation, the Trump's administration's showdown with the courts over deportations, and a closer look at Trump's agenda on education, environmental policy and more. In a rare overnight ruling, Supreme Court justices blocked the Trump administration's plans to deport a group of Venezuelans held at a detention facility in Texas. Tr…

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Writing Through Collapse: Eiren Caffall on Illness, Climate, and Finding Your Memoir's Form 49:34

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Send us a text How do you tell a story of resistance that invites others in? Through the power of your metaphors—something today’s guest, Eiren Caffall has truly mastered. During today’s conversation, we explore how chronic illness and a love for nature shaped Eiren’s memoir The Mourner’s Bestiary, what it means two books in tandem (and release the…

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BONUS POD: Dr. Peter Marks 35:17

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An extended version of Margaret Brennan's full interview with Dr. Peter Marks, the former head of FDA's Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research, a portion of which aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 13, 2025. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn…

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6.8 Hotel Policy 47:54

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The End...?* CW: Emetophobia, Themes of horror and death. Visit TheHotelpodcast.com for transcripts, art, and more! Created by Veronica California & Mark Whitten Produced by Veronica California and Jay & Ibis Written by Veronica California The Manager................................Kelly Nienaltowski The Lobby Boy.............................Mark W…

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Ambassador Jamieson Greer, Neel Kashkari, Rep. Ro Khanna 54:28

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This week on Face the Nation, President Trump's multi-front trade war whipsaws markets, and China fires back. What’s next as the world’s two biggest economic powers clash? Despite backing off of what he called "reciprocal tariffs" against dozens of countries, and announcing new exemptions on some key consumer products, the president is digging in o…

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How to Protect Your Writing Time, Energy, and Creative Worth with Carolyn Fallert 32:07

2M ago32:07

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Send us a text Have you ever felt like your creativity isn’t enough or that your artistic endeavors are secondary to everything on your to-do list? Have you tried all the strategies only to find yourself struggling with this yet again? Join me and my client, Carolyn Fallert, as we explore the impact of familial and cultural socializations and how s…

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BONUS POD: NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte 19:30

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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte joins Face the Nation to discuss the Trump administration's new tariff policy, the threat of Russia and China's military growth, and the future of the NATO alliance. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ht…

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Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, Sen. John Barrasso, Sen. Maria Cantwell, Rep. Don Bacon 54:47

2M ago54:47

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This week on Face the Nation, President Trump’s tariffs upend the global economy, sending stock markets reeling and allies fuming. How long will they last and what should the markets be bracing for? We get the latest from Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. We check in with Wyoming Senator and Republican Whip John Barrasso on how Congressional Repub…

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How to Navigate the Business of Writing and Publishing: Expert Advice from Jane Friedman 37:39

2M ago37:39

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Send us a text Writers, if you've ever wondered how to navigate the ever-changing world of writing and publishing, then you are in for a treat. Jane Friedman, who has spent nearly 25 years in the book publishing industry is here today to talk about the second edition of her groundbreaking book, “The Business of Being a Writer.” Join us as we explor…

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BONUS POD: Shawn Fain, President of the United Automobile Workers Union 20:00

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Shawn Fain, the President of the United Automobile Workers Union, joins Face the Nation to discuss the Trump administration’s new auto tariffs and the challenges facing organized labor. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastc…

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Sen. Mark Warner, UAW President Shawn Fain, Rep. Jodey Arrington 54:36

2M ago54:36

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6.7 Owen J.F. Smith VI - Room 2 14:20

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The Purple Door Trilogy concludes. ***************************************************************** Transcript Created by Veronica California & Mark Whitten Produced by Veronica California and Jay & Ibis Written by Veronica California The Manager................................Kelly Nienaltowski The Lobby Boy.............................Mark Whitt…

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The Art of Intimacy: Crafting Connection in Memoir and Essay with Lilly Dancyger 43:51

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Send us a text Join me and editor extraordinaire Lilly Dancyger as we discuss her latest book, First Love, an intimate, electric collection of essays on friendship, identity, and what it means to grow into yourself in community. During our conversation, Lilly shares her sharp insights on the craft of memoir, why she bristles at the idea of writing …

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How to Charge What You’re Worth - Jake Hundley, CEO of Evergrow Marketing 24:07

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Jake Hundley (CEO of Evergrow Marketing, Host of The Agency Growth Podcast) operates in the landscaping & lawn care industry. To date, 100% of their business has come inbound - which is a dream state for most agency owners. Jake and his co-founder Cody both worked at agencies prior to founding their own, and they recommend doing the same to anyone …

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NSA Mike Waltz, Sen. Rand Paul, Rep. Jim Himes 54:56

3M ago54:56

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This week on Face the Nation, as the backlash over the Trump administration's deportation of alleged Venezuelan gang members grows, we talk to White House National Security Adviser Mike Waltz, the head of the Senate Homeland Security Committee Kentucky Republican Rand Paul, and the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee Connecticut's Jim …

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How to Use Text Messaging in Marketing - Bianca Blake, Co-Founder of Klickrr 23:38

3M ago23:38

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Bianca Blake (Co-Founder of Klickrr) is an expert in leveraging text-messaging as a marketing channel. Texting is a heavily underrated marketing channel. Before founding Klickrr, Bianca ran marketing for various corporations. After getting fed up with the corporate life, she found a few contractor opportunities that ultimately grew into a consultan…

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Writing with Purpose: How to Understand Your Audience and Create Compelling Content with Krystal Proffitt 43:24

3M ago43:24

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Send us a text Whether we like it or not, writers are content creators. And one of the biggest struggles I watch writers face is understanding their audience—what they want, what they need, and how to authentically engage with them. In this episode, podcast coach, content strategist, and host of the award-winning The Proffitt Podcast, Krystal Proff…

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Master the Marketing Mindset - Patrick Ward, VP of Marketing at Media.Monks 25:10

3M ago25:10

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Patrick Ward (VP of Marketing, Formula.Monks at Media.Monks) joins Mikael to help marketers figure out what it takes to become a truly legendary marketer. He’s constructed world-class campaigns with such global multi-billion dollar clients & partners as Google, Nike, Walmart, Sony, Allianz, Fiji Airways, Oracle, and The U.S. Space Force. What many …

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BOFU Matters Most in B2B SaaS - Chris Roche, CEO of Catalyst Consulting 22:02

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Chris Roche (CEO of Catalyst Consulting) joins Mikael to discuss the bottom of the funnel (BOFU) for B2B tech. Chris is an ex-CRO who founded his agency 3 years ago, which has now grown to over 7 figures in ARR. One hugely impressive stat about Catalyst Consulting is that Chris has been able to scale the agency to 7 figures with only around $10k sp…

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Governor Wes Moore, Rep. Debbie Dingell, Steve Witkoff 54:45

3M ago54:45

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This week on Face the Nation, the U.S. launches a major military strike in the Middle East, as U.S. bombs rained down on dozens of Iran-backed Houthi militant targets in Yemen in a massive air and naval attack ordered by President Trump. How long will this military campaign last, and what kind of a response should we expect from Tehran? We get the …

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Are Trauma Triggers Ruining Your Writing Life? Here's What to Do 24:53

3M ago24:53

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Send us a text If you’ve ever sat down to write about a tough experience, only to find yourself avoiding the page, feeling emotionally wrecked, or questioning whether you should even be writing this story—you are not alone. Writing about trauma can be healing, but it can also trigger us in ways we don’t expect. Today, we’re going to unpack this. We…

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