Let’s talk about ”The Year Of Magical Thinking”

Welcome back to the Chasing Brighter Podcast. Today we are talking about our September Book Club Pick: "The Year of Magical Thinking" by Joan Didion in 2005. This book is immerses you in Joan's experience of grief and loss in the first year after the sudden death of her husband, author John Dunne, and simultaneously the hospitalization of her only daughter, Quintana Roo. Sound like a downer?! It's not! Full of humor & amazing writing -- that's why it's a fitting read for our September focus on loss & grief. NOTE: This episode is full of spoilers, thoughts and feelings! In this episode you will learn: - Joan's courageous exploration of grief - The way storytelling can highlight the universal nature of grief and instinct to find meaning in loss - Anecdotes in navigating lost of a spouse/close loved one - Why is this story of loss considered "magical thinking" Book mentioned in this episode: The Year of Magical Thinking by Joan Didion Continue your own self-discovery with us: @chasingbrighter | Chasing Brighter Blog Fuel Your Body With Warrior Strong Wellness: Use code chasingbrighter for 10% off