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Black Writer Therapy Podcast

Black Writer Therapy Podcast

著者： Ella Shawn
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 Welcome to the Black Writer Therapy Podcast, a vibrant space for Black women writers to gather, sip tea, and explore the healing power of writing. Join us for candid conversations about the unique experiences and challenges Black authors face in an industry often centered on whiteness. This podcast celebrates the voices and stories of Black women through authentic discussions that foster healing, joy, and sisterhood. Whether you're an established author, an aspiring writer, or a reader who loves books by and about Black women, you'll find inspiration and support here. Our community thrives on the wisdom and experiences of Black women writers, making it a rich resource for book bloggers, bookstagrammers, and booktokers. Tune in to connect with a dynamic literary community and discover how writing can be a powerful tool for personal growth and social change. Join the Black Writer Therapy Podcast and be part of a movement that amplifies the audacious voices of Black women in literature. For inquiries, email us at blackwritertherapy@gmail.com. Copyright © 2023 by Ella Shawn. All rights reserved. This podcast or any portion thereof may not be reproduced or used in any manner whatsoever without the express written permission of the owner except for the use of brief quotations in a podcast review. Produced in the United States of America.Ella Shawn アート 人間関係 心理学 文学史・文学批評 社会科学 衛生・健康的な生活
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  • From Fiction to Authenticity: A Soul's Healing Journey With Vonetta Rain Pt. One

    From Fiction to Authenticity: A Soul's Healing Journey With Vonetta Rain Pt. One
    2025/11/27
    Episode Description In this powerful, soul-deep episode of Black Writer Therapy, host and unlicensed doula-therapist Ella Shawn (a.k.a. Vicki) welcomes Vonetta RainEmmy awardwinning graphic designer, shamanic practitioner, and author of The Shamans Apprenticeto the proverbial couch. Together, they explore what it means to say a revolutionary yes to your sacred work, walk away from a glittering career, and devote your life to healing, ceremony, and community care. Vonetta shares how she went from designing Super Bowl and HBO title sequences to leading over 800 private and group retreats around the world, supporting people through trauma, loss, illness, and lineage repair. This conversation moves through reincarnation, soul family, divine masculine and feminine roles, ancestral cemeteries in Asheville, and the deep craft of writing a cathartic memoir that follows your consciousness from age three to now. Its tender, ancient, funny, and so Black Southern it hums. In This Episode, We Talk About Saying Yes to Dharma How Vonetta left an Emmy-winning graphic design career to follow her sacred God-purposeful work. Why simply saying yeswithout knowing the outcomeis a revolutionary act. 800 Retreats & the Practice of Service Building a word-of-mouth global practice with over 800 ceremonies and retreats. Supporting people through PTSD, depression, grief, illness, parenting, and ancestral patterns. Soul Family & Reincarnation Vonettas early introduction to reincarnation through her grandmothers past-life memories. What soul family is, how it feels, and why she prayed to find hers. The difference between the family youre born into and the soul family you keep finding across lifetimes. Ease vs. Peace Ellas distinction between peace (fleeting) and ease (embodied). How Vonetta chooses to walk with grace and ease instead of chasing success. Ancestral Land, the South & Shared History Being a happy Black Southern woman whose ancestors were enslaved on the same land she loves. Vonettas grandfather in Asheville, NC: caretaker of one of the oldest slave cemeteries in the U.S., community gardener, and quiet community builder. What it means to honor both the horror and the possibility in Southern soil. From Industry Chase to Inner Descent Why the chasing happened in the industry, not in the spiritual work. How leaving advertising became a descent into self rather than a pursuit of self. Intentions as Healing Ellas word-nerd dive into the medical definition of intention as the healing process of a wound. Reframing intentions not just as goals, but as energetic containers for healing. Writing The Shamans Apprentice The plant medicine ceremony that took Vonetta to the center of the earth in a crystal elevator and started the book. Being told to write it as fiction first, then given permission to tell the story as memoir. Writing from the consciousness of each agethree, five, twelve, college, and beyondso readers can feel her evolution. How the act of writing became not just healing, but a final release of shame, blame, and trauma. Healing vs. Healed Vonettas shift from Im always healing to I have healed so much. Where she still feels shes healing now (finances, stewardship, and business systems). Black Southern Womanhood & Long-Term Love Ella on 30 years of marriage and choosing her high school sweetheart. Divine masculine as protector/provider; divine feminine as creator/community-keeper. Black women claiming joy, land, and lineage in the South. About Our Guest Vonetta Rain Vonetta Rain is an Emmy awardwinning graphic designer turned shamanic practitioner, ceremonial guide, and author of The Shamans Apprentice. After a successful career creating high-profile campaigns and an award-winning title sequence for HBOs Carnival(e), she answered a deeper spiritual call that led her to apprenticeship with a Peruvian shaman. Over the past two decades, Vonetta has facilitated over 800 private and group retreats around the world, supporting people through trauma, ancestral patterning, illness, grief, and spiritual awakening. Her memoir, The Shamans Apprentice, traces her journey from a normal American childhood to a life devoted to healing, ceremony, and soul-family communitytold through the evolving voice of her consciousness from age three onward. Books & Works Mentioned The Shamans Apprentice by Vonetta Rain Bacchanal by Veronica G. Henry Wild Seed by Octavia Butler The concept of intentions as the healing process of a wound (medical definition) Mid-Roll Feature This episode includes a mid-roll spotlight on Southern Momentum Publishing House (SOMO), Ellas hybrid publishing home for Black and Brown women writers seeking somatic, decolonial, and sacred writing spaces. Learn more: www.somopubhouse.org Listen & Support Listen to Black Writer Therapy every Thursday on the Alive Podcast Network app or wherever you get your podcasts. Download the Tap-In app from Alive Podcast Network and ...
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    1 時間 55 分
  • Black Writer Doula Sessions: Excavation; The Heart of the Writing Process

    Black Writer Doula Sessions: Excavation; The Heart of the Writing Process
    2025/10/19
    Keywords
    Black women writers, writing process, excavation, storytelling, self-discovery, ordinary experiences, creativity, emotional journey, writing tips, Black Writer Doula

    Takeaways
    • Excavation is a crucial stage in the writing process.
    • Black women writers often face unique emotional challenges.
    • Listening to oneself is essential during the excavation process.
    • The ordinary can be a source of profound inspiration.
    • Self-discovery is intertwined with the writing journey.
    • Small details in everyday life can enrich storytelling.
    • Vulnerability in writing leads to deeper connections.
    • Naming emotions can empower writers to overcome blocks.
    • The publishing industry often overlooks ordinary Black experiences.
    • Writing into the ordinary is a revolutionary act.


    Summary
    In this episode of Black Writer Doula Sessions, Alashawn discusses the importance of excavation in the writing process, particularly for Black women writers. She emphasizes the need for self-discovery and listening to one's own experiences as a source of inspiration. The conversation explores how writing into the ordinary can reveal profound insights and the emotional challenges that often accompany this journey. Alashawn provides practical tips for navigating the excavation process and encourages writers to embrace vulnerability and the beauty of everyday life.
    Sound bites
    • "Excavation is a crucial stage in the writing process."
    • "The ordinary can be a source of profound inspiration."
    • "Writing into the ordinary is a revolutionary act."



    Chapters
    • 00:00 Introduction to Black Writer Doula Sessions
    • 01:25 The Importance of Excavation in Writing
    • 03:27 Understanding the Excavation Process
    • 13:29 Excavation as a Self-Discovery Journey
    • 20:23 Writing into the Ordinary
    • 36:08 The Complexity of Black Womanhood in Writing
    • 42:16 Affirmation and Closing Thoughts
    Let's Stay Connected
    https://www.somopubhouse.orghttps://substack.com/@vickeyellashawnbrown
    Send me an email: blackwritertherapy@gmail.com
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    43 分
  • The Sacred Luxury of the Everyday with Enia Oaks

    The Sacred Luxury of the Everyday with Enia Oaks
    2025/10/11
    Keywords
    self-expression, writing, healing, creativity, identity, community, resilience, motherhood, existence, personal growth

    Summary
    In this engaging conversation, the speakers explore themes of self-expression, healing, and the intersection of creativity and science. They discuss the journey of writing a book, the importance of journaling, and the sacredness found in ordinary life. The dialogue also touches on the challenges of motherhood, reclaiming identity, and the power of words. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, they emphasize the significance of community and connection in fostering resilience and personal growth.

    Takeaways
    Embrace the chaos of life and prioritize what matters.Writing can be a powerful tool for self-discovery and healing.Children are perceptive and need outlets for expression.The sacredness of ordinary life can be found in everyday moments.Creativity and science can coexist beautifully.Healing comes from living authentically and being true to oneself.Reclaiming one's identity is essential for personal growth.Words carry power and should be used intentionally.Community and connection are vital for resilience.Existence encompasses both living and being.

    Titles
    Juggling Life: The Art of PrioritizationFrom Burnout to Book: A Journey of Self-Discovery

    Sound bites
    "I'm healing by living.""I love good writing.""You are not broken."

    Chapters
    00:00 Juggling Life and Priorities04:12 The Journey to Writing a Book05:38 Exploring Childhood and Self-Expression10:58 The Sacredness of Ordinary Life16:46 The Intersection of Science and Creativity19:27 Creating Audio Experiences26:28 Healing Through Living29:03 Reclaiming Identity and Space32:23 The Power of Words and Intentions38:00 Existence vs. Living44:43 The Impact of Community and Connection01:25:17 BWT OUTRO.mp3
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    1 時間 39 分
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