When I first found NAMW (through Kathleen Adams and the Center for Journal Therapy) I was ecstatic. I knew that I was not alone in the drive to write down what happened to me and those around me, as well as the very real effects of lives lived – effects that reach from the distant past well as far, far into the future.

Connecting with others who are putting themselves through the annealing fire of The Journey provides comfort like no other. The value is further enhanced by Linda Joy Myers. Her insightful “hand” leads, directs, and sets the tone for the society.

Lynn

[The Power of Memoir by Linda Joy Myers] “Myers makes a compelling case for the power of words as a form of healing and growth.”

James W. Pennebaker, Ph.D., professor of psychology, The University of Texas at Austin and author, Opening Up and Writing To Heal

About Linda’s online writing workshop:

I like the concept of ‘turning points’ instead of stories. It gives a more dynamic sense of flow to the stories and helps me to know which ones to select

Ruth