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EPISODE · Nov 19, 2023 · 39 MIN

How writing about her husband's suicide helped this widow heal

from Read And Write With Natasha · host Natasha Tynes

Alexandra Wyman transformed her devastating loss into a beacon of hope for others becoming, a mental health advocate and public speaker. She penned down her experience of losing her husband to suicide in her memoir - "The Suicide Club: What to Do When Someone You Love Chooses Death." Through her story, she aims to change the narrative around suicide and provide support to those dealing with such a loss.Alexandra's journey wasn't devoid of challenges. Balancing a full-time job, being a mother, and grappling with grief while writing her book was a rollercoaster ride. And then, there was the added burden of the backlash she faced on social media following her husband's death. she navigated through these adversities and used her experience as a catalyst for healing. Alexandra's resilience in the face of adversity is commendable, and her story serves as a ray of hope for those dealing with grief and loss.She shares invaluable insights on working with a publishing company and strategies for promoting her book. Alexandra also aspires to continue her advocacy for suicide prevention and mental health support and possibly even pen down a sequel to her memoir. Hear her story to get inspired. Send us Fan MailSupport the show📬 JOIN THE NEWSLETTERThe Storyteller Quest is  a weekly letter on writing,publishing, and the business of books.Subscribe, and I'll send you Traditional, Self, or Hybrid? —11 pages on what each publishing path really costs, plus a7-question worksheet that tells you which one is yours.Subscribe here.

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Alexandra Wyman transformed her devastating loss into a beacon of hope for others becoming, a mental health advocate and public speaker. She penned down her experience of losing her husband to suicide in her memoir - "The Suicide Club: What to Do When Someone You Love Chooses Death." Through her story, she aims to change the narrative around suicide and provide support to those dealing with such a loss. Alexandra's journey wasn't devoid of challenges. Balancing a full-time job, being a mot...

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