Episode 252 - Writing for Holistic Wellbeing with Dr. Gabrielle Pelicci

January 31, 2025The Jōrni PodcastEpisode 252 - Writing for Holistic Wellbeing with Dr. Gabrielle PelicciThis episode contains adult subject matter and some listeners may be triggered by this content. Listener discretion is advised.In this episode, we explore how writing can be a powerful tool for healing and self-discovery. Through the lens of storytelling, we look at how putting our thoughts and experiences into words can help us process emotions, find meaning in difficult moments, and reclaim our sense of purpose.The conversation also uncovers how sharing our stories can create connection and inspire change, not just for ourselves but for others as well. This episode invites us to reflect on the transformative power of writing and how embracing our truths can lead to deeper healing and growth.DR. GABRIELLE PELICCIDr. Gabrielle Pelicci, PhD is a trauma survivor who found her purpose in teaching and storytelling after a long journey of healing. When Gabby lost her mother unexpectedly in her early adulthood, the devastating grief sent her into a deep spiral of depression. After a failed suicide attempt, she became determined to transform her pain and began a decades-long quest for healing.Her search led her to immerse herself in various traditions—from yoga and meditation to energy medicine and herbalism. Even as she achieved professional success as a professor of Integrative Medicine, something still felt unfinished. It was during a plant medicine journey in New Mexico that Gabby discovered the power to reclaim her voice and purpose.Dr. Gabby’s memoir, All This Healing is Killing Me, became a #1 Amazon bestseller, inspiring readers to find their own stories. Today, she is a sought-after speaker, storytelling strategist, and creator of transformational writing retreats that empower others to share their stories. Gabby believes that when we courageously tell our truths, we don’t just heal ourselves—we create positive change in the world.RESOURCEShttps://www.gabriellepelicci.com/https://www.facebook.com/GabriellePelicciPhDhttps://www.instagram.com/drgabbypeliccihttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriellepelicciphd/https://www.youtube.com/@GabriellePelicciAll This Healing Is Killing Me & The Last Ceremony Bookshttps://www.gabriellepelicci.com/books/THE JORNI RESOURCEShttps://thejornipodcast.com for show noteshttps://thejorniblog.com for more holistic healing and mental health resourceshttps://thejorni.comLIKED THIS EPISODE?Share this episode on social media and leave us a short review!https://thejornipodcast.com/episode-252-writing-for-holistic-wellbeing-with-dr-gabrielle-pelicci