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How thrilling that something so analog can be revolutionary How fascinating that we are learning/relearning — through the science of the brain — why journaling can clarify, collect, and complete us in ways that other forms of writing do not. How thrilling that something so analog can be revolutionary, and so timely, in our world of anxiety. How grateful I am that Kathleen Volk Miller has written this book towards the health and agency of new generations of humanity. ---Krista Tippett, host of On Being podcast, author -- Krista Tippett * Krista Tippett * A must-read for educators, therapists, parents, and anyone interested in the art of self-expression. In this insightful book, Kathleen Volk Miller explores the transformative power of journaling or expressive writing for both personal well-being and educational growth. Drawing from personal experiences, captivating stories, and cutting-edge research, Miller points to ways that journaling can reduce stress, enhance emotional awareness, and foster deep learning. While written with K-12 educators in mind, Miller's book offers valuable insights for anyone seeking to harness the power of writing for self-discovery and personal growth. --James W. Pennebaker, Professor Emeritus of Psychology, University of Texas at Austin

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The Teaching Writing series is edited by Kathleen Volk Miller, Teaching Professor at Drexel University, co-editor of Painted Bride Quarterly. Kathleen Volk Miller has written for LitHub, NYT Modern Love, O, the Oprah magazine, Salon, the NYTimes, Huffington Post, Washington Post, Family Circle, Philadelphia Magazine and other venues. “How We Want to Live,” an essay, was chosen as the penultimate piece in Oprah’s Book of Starting Over (Flat Iron Books, Hearst Publications, 2016). She is co-editor of the anthology, Humor: A Reader for Writers (Oxford University Press, 2014). She is co-host of PBQ’s podcast, Slush Pile. She has also published in literary magazines, such as Drunken Boat, Opium, and other venues. She holds “Healing through Writing” workshops, and other memoir classes. She consults on literary magazine start up, working with college students, and getting published in literary magazines.

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