The Wirecutter Show Journaling Through Life's Plot Twists with Suleika Jaouad (Encore)
Dec 31, 2025
Suleika Jaouad, an author and journalist known for her memoir Between Two Kingdoms, shares how journaling became a lifeline during her leukemia journey. She discusses the transformative power of journaling on mental health, along with practical tips for overcoming writer's block. Joining her is Ariana Vasquez, a product expert who introduces innovative digital notebooks like the reMarkable 2. Together they explore how journaling can spark creativity and provide comfort, offering listeners actionable insights to start and maintain their own practices.
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Journaling As Lifeline
- Suleika Jaouad began journaling as a child and found it a refuge when she didn't speak English.
- Journaling became a lifeline during her leukemia diagnosis and hospital stays, helping her process feelings and record experiences.
Health Benefits Backed By Research
- Research links journaling to reduced anxiety, stress, and even immune benefits.
- Suleika pairs that research with strong personal evidence from her community work.
100-Day Project That United Thousands
- Suleika launched The Isolation Journals as a 100-day prompt project during the pandemic.
- The project drew over 100,000 people who shared varied creative responses and supported one another.