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Name: Expressive writing
Author: James W. Pennebaker

📘 Expressive writing by James W. Pennebaker

Expressive Writing: Words that Heal guides readers through a structured process of capturing sleepless thoughts to foster psychological recovery. Drawing on nearly thirty years of research, the book explains when and how writing about traumatic and stressful experiences can lead to improved well‑being and resilience. Its step‑by‑step instructions help individuals channel serious issues into written expression, thereby facilitating personal insight and emotional catharsis.

First publish date: 2014

Genre: Psychology/General Psychology

Authors: James W. Pennebaker

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