# EP 272 Heartfelt Healing: Writing, Trauma, and Transformation With Catherine Brooks

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Podcast: [The Rooted DC- Reclaim Your Legitimacy](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-rooted-dc-reclaim-your-legitimacy-6399338)
Published: 2024-12-19T17:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://rootedpractice.alitu.com/episode/391180c1-cdd3-41ae-a901-555ac84b14ec
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Duration seconds: 2318

## Resource

In this episode, we welcome Catherine Brooks, a professor emeritus from the University of Fairbanks, Alaska, and author of the new book "Sirens." Dr. Alex and Catherine discuss her journey of writing the book, reflecting on how it has served as a healing process and a way to follow her heart. Catherine shares insights about the challenges of finding time to write and the importance of carving out space for creativity. This heartfelt conversation delves into the significance of living authentically and the transformative power of storytelling. Join us to explore Catherine's experiences and the inspiration behind her latest work. Timestamps [00:01:15] Following your heart in writing. [00:08:21] Writing as a healing tool. [00:12:26] Healing through writing. [00:17:08] Trauma and support systems. [00:20:19] Emotional suppression and its impact. [00:26:06] Painful past experiences and healing. [00:30:38] Diet soda addiction awareness. [00:38:37] What happened to you? [00:40:45] Following the call of sirens. [00:45:32] Trauma and alternative healing avenues. To connect with Catherine visit www.catherinebrooksalaska.com Order your copy of Sirens here . Follow Catherine on social channels: @catherinebrooksalaska To connect with Dr. Alex visit www.emergenthumans.co or email dralex@emergenthumans.co

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