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The Art of Becoming - Write Your Life

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Discover how the arts can empower and guide you through life's transitions in this inspiring TEDx talk by Alana Jackson. Explore the transformative power of spoken word poetry and artistic expression as tools for personal growth, reflection, and healing. Learn how engaging with the arts can help you navigate challenges such as loss and loneliness, while fostering a deeper connection to your shared humanity. Gain insights into using creative practices to "write" your way forward, cultivating individual and collective well-being. Drawing from her experience as a multimodal artist-visionary and lecturer at the University of Florida's Center for Arts in Medicine, Jackson shares powerful examples of how arts engagement can catalyze positive change in various settings, from juvenile justice systems to hospitals and schools. Be inspired to harness the power of art for agency, resilience, and joy in your own life and community.

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The Art of Becoming: Write Your Life | Alana Jackson | TEDxDuke

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