From CNN Editor to Healing Author: Writing Through Grief
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From CNN Editor to Healing Author: Writing Through Grief
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About this listen
In this profoundly moving episode of The Enlightened Life Podcast, Scott Allan sits down with John DeDakis—former CNN journalist, acclaimed author, and grief survivor—to explore how writing for healing became his lifeline through unimaginable tragedy. After coping with loss of a loved one—both his sister and son—John discovered that therapeutic writing techniques weren't just cathartic—they were essential for survival. This honest conversation about grief and loss recovery reveals the transformative power of putting pain into words.
What You'll Discover
✍️ How to process grief through writing when emotions feel overwhelming
💔 Why grief journaling benefits extend far beyond the page into lasting healing
🕊️ The healing power of storytelling and mental health in navigating bereavement
🤝 How empathy in difficult times and vulnerability transform both writer and reader
📰 The impact of media consumption on our emotional well-being during grief
🌱 Practical cathartic writing exercises to start your healing journey—even if no one ever reads it
🎯 How journalism and empathy shaped John's approach to writing through bereavement
💡 Transforming pain into purpose through creative expression
LINKS:
johndedakis.com
JOHN'S BOOKS: https://johndedakis.com/books/
About Scott
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