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Writing to Heal: Using Poetry as a Path Through Suicide Loss with Sara Rian
In this week's episode, I'm welcoming Sara Rian.
Sara Rian is a poet, self-published author, mother, wife, licensed therapist, and griever living in Metro Detroit. She has been drawn to grief poetry ever since her mother's death in 2018. Her mother embraced the power of words through her own love notes and poems and had always wanted to publish a book. As a mental health professional, suicide loss survivor, and grieving human, Sara shares her work with others to let them know that they are not alone in their big love or big grief.
Sara opens up in this episode about the complexities of grief that come with such a profound loss through suicide, and how she found solace and healing through the power of words and poetry. Her experience shines a light on the struggles and emotional waves that follow, offering a compassionate perspective for others who may be grappling with a similar experience.
Towards the end of the episode (Where Sara also shares some exclusive poetry with us!) Sara explains how writing became and is a vital outlet for her to express feelings that often felt too overwhelming to speak aloud. Writing that makes and made her tremble as she put pen to paper. Poetry provided her with a space to give voice to sorrow, confusion, guilt, and hope, helping her to process and navigate this world of grief.
This episode also touches on the healing potential of writing for others facing grief. Sara encourages us to explore our own creative outlets and to remember at the core of it all, our why. Whether you’re a seasoned writer or have never tried poetry, I hope Sara’s insights will inspire you to take that first step, to embracing writing as a gentle companion on this path of grief.
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