
Therapeutic writing offers us a meaningful way to connect with ourselves. It allows us to delve into our thoughts and emotions, explore our relationships, recount our life stories, and articulate our dreams and aspirations. Through this process, we can begin to make sense of our experiences, heal from trauma, and embrace the changes we wish to see in our lives. It also helps us find our voice and fosters a deeper understanding of who we are. For many, sharing emotions can be challenging, and that’s completely understandable. Whether it’s difficulties in identifying feelings, struggling with the right words to express them, navigating cultural norms that inhibit open expression, facing social anxiety about vulnerability, or living with alexithymia—a condition that makes it hard to recognise and articulate emotions—therapeutic writing can be a comforting and supportive outlet. Remember, you are not alone in this journey, and writing can be a gentle companion as you work to understand and express your feelings.