

Suleika Jaouad
Author of the New York Times bestselling memoir, Between Two Kingdoms, and the forthcoming book, The Book of Alchemy. She writes the popular weekly newsletter, the Isolation Journals.
Top 10 podcasts with Suleika Jaouad
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May 5, 2025 • 1h 8min
Alchemize Your Anger and Anxiety | Suleika Jaouad
Suleika Jaouad, author of the bestselling memoir Between Two Kingdoms and The Book of Alchemy, shares her journey of navigating fear and vulnerability. She discusses how journaling can transform anger and anxiety into empowerment. Suleika emphasizes that journaling is a collaborative process, offering prompts that encourage emotional expression and introspection. The conversation also dives into the healing power of storytelling and the importance of connecting personal narratives to foster empathy and self-discovery.

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Apr 22, 2024 • 44min
Part 1: Life, Interrupted with Suleika Jaouad
Suleika Jaouad shares her inspiring journey battling leukemia at 22, discussing survival as a creative act, challenging illness narratives, and the messy space between illness and wellness. Embracing fulfillment amidst adversity, exploring gut health benefits, vulnerability through writing, and navigating life post-cancer are key topics.

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Jan 15, 2024 • 1h 56min
Survival Is A Creative Act: Suleika Jaouad’s American Symphony of Contrast—Cancer, Art, Music, & Life
In this engaging conversation, Suleika Jaouad, an Emmy award-winning columnist and author, shares her journey from leukemia diagnosis to creative empowerment. She discusses how journaling helped her navigate the challenges of illness, transforming her experience into the acclaimed column, Life, Interrupted. Suleika delves into the emotional complexities of identity post-cancer and the power of storytelling in fostering connection. She also touches on her intimate Netflix documentary, American Symphony, exploring love and resilience amid adversity.

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Mar 6, 2024 • 40min
How to find creativity and purpose in the face of adversity | Suleika Jaouad
Suleika Jaouad, an author and activist known for her documentary "American Symphony," shares her journey through illness and creativity. She discusses overcoming the fear of the blank page and the transformative power of journaling as a means to explore emotions. Jaouad highlights how curiosity can inspire artistic expression, even amid adversity. She emphasizes the importance of community and storytelling in fostering resilience and connection, urging listeners to embrace all emotions on their path to healing.

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Jun 27, 2023 • 1h 4min
How to Embrace Uncertainty with Suleika Jaoaud
Suleika Jaouad, author of the bestselling memoir 'Between Two Kingdoms,' shares her inspiring journey from leukemia diagnosis at 22 to finding purpose through writing. She discusses the transformative power of creativity as a coping mechanism for adversity. Topics include embracing uncertainty, the significance of vulnerability and love, and the importance of community support in overcoming trauma. Suleika emphasizes the ongoing journey of navigating pain and the value of rituals in fostering resilience during life's unpredictable moments.

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May 23, 2024 • 1h 1min
How to Turn a Mistake into Magic with Suleika Jaouad
Suleika Jaouad shares her journey through adversity, discussing living well in a body that does not feel well, alchemizing pain into creativity, and the importance of showing up for friends in tough times. Learn how to embrace life amidst uncertainty and turn challenges into resilience and joy.

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Apr 17, 2025 • 60min
Living Through Grief, Finding Wonder, and Becoming Whole Again | Suleika Jaouad
Suleika Jaouad, a New York Times bestselling memoirist and visionary creative, shares her powerful journey of overcoming recurring leukemia. She discusses 'creative alchemy,' transforming struggles into inspiring art, which is captured in her memoir and her new book of journaling prompts. The conversation explores emotional wellness, the significance of authentic connections, and the healing power of creativity during crises. Suleika emphasizes finding joy in everyday moments and the importance of community in the face of adversity.

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Jul 2, 2024 • 30min
Suleika Jaouad: You Are Not The Bad Thing
Bestselling writer Suleika Jaouad and Kate Bowler discuss the challenges of being a cancer patient, creating better economies of love, and the toll illness takes on loved ones. They explore feelings of guilt, shame, and mercy, along with the importance of support in difficult times. The conversation delves into maintaining boundaries, managing relationships post-illness, and finding beauty and gratitude in vulnerability.

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May 25, 2024 • 1h 4min
132. Suleika Jaouad’s Survival Mechanisms
Suleika Jaouad, a renowned author and New York Times columnist, shares her poignant experiences battling cancer from a young age. She discusses the significance of honest conversations around illness, challenging the notion of toxic positivity. Suleika emphasizes the emotional impact of personal connections and storytelling during health crises. The conversation also explores the complexities of grief, organ donation, and her reflective journey through vulnerability, providing listeners with a heartfelt glimpse into resilience and hope amidst adversity.

Jun 1, 2021 • 1h 59min
#516: Suleika Jaouad on Invaluable Road Trips, the Importance of a To-Feel List, and Finding Artistic Homes
Suleika Jaouad, author of the bestselling memoir "Between Two Kingdoms," shares her journey of resilience and creativity following her battle with leukemia. She discusses the profound insights gained from a transformative 100-day road trip and the therapeutic power of journaling. Jaouad emphasizes the importance of a 'To-Feel' list to guide emotional experiences and reflects on her impactful project, The Isolation Journals, designed to foster creativity during isolation. Her story is a testament to vulnerability and the connections forged through shared challenges.
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