41: How To Share Your Story and Heal Through Writing with Eda Utku

What if the very things that seem to hinder you—your big emotions, your sensitivities, your quirks—are actually your greatest gifts? What if sharing these gifts through storytelling could help you heal, inspire others, and, ultimately, live a more fulfilled life?When it comes to transforming lives through the magic of words, few people understand this better than Eda Utku. An esteemed writer and author of "Live the Gift," Eda is here to tell us that it's not only possible, but it's also a journey many have taken, including herself.Join Eda and me as we explore the transformative power of writing, its ability to heal past traumas, and its potential to shape not just narratives, but lives. As we navigate this journey, we're not just crafting stories; we're weaving the very fabric of who we are and who we aspire to be.<br/>Here are the key takeaways from this episode:<br/><br/>08:08 - Don’t allow other people to create your reality through their words14:47 - Why the feminine strength is so powerful17:46 - The importance of honouring your feminine cycle and allowing it to take its course24:01 - Take the plunge and surrender into your transformational healing journey30:54 - The biggest challenges and risks Eda had to take32:42 - What people can expect from “Live The Gift”<br/>About the Guest<br/><br/>Meet Eda Utku, the vibrant soul and thought leader behind WritePublishGrow, an innovative platform that encourages everyone to recognise the miracle of their lives through storytelling. Shaped by her parents' unrealised artistic dreams and her own unique experiences, Eda has turned to writing as a fearless act of self-expression and a pathway to explore her own truths. From unearthing the intergenerational trauma within her family to redefining the ways she celebrates her holidays, Eda is a living embodiment of transformation.Eda has invested her time and resources into writing several impactful books, including a biography about her mother, a memoir exploring her complicated relationship with Christmas, and "Live the Gift"—a compelling anthology of stories about individuals who have chosen to live a life built around creativity.Learn more about WritePublishGrow on their website and connect with Eda to share and inspire stories that elevate our collective human experience.Resources: Join my fearlessly curious community and SIGN UP to my Fearlessly Authentic Living Newsletters for reflections, contemplations and support you won't find anywhere else. If you enjoy this episode, please SHARE, RATE and REVIEW the show on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. <br/>About Me: I help you lead with fearless authenticity by smashing the self-imposed heteronormative stereotypes that keep you playing small through emotional healing inner child and inherited intergenerational trauma. Create a purposeful life of your unique design by disrupting societal norms and expectations of who you should be. Explore mindfulness, fearless curiosity and loving kindness through the lens of Human Design to thrive as the person you are born to be. Learn more about my coaching method and join my emotional healing, mindfulness, and music community at melissaindot.com.