Poetry, Neurodivergence, And Resilience With Samantha Merz The Neurodiversity Voices podcast

Poetry, Neurodivergence, and Resilience with Samantha Merz

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Host Paul Cruz sits down with poet and mental health advocate Samantha Merz. Samantha shares her journey of discovering poetry at 19, how her neurodivergence influences her creative process, and how writing became a powerful outlet for expressing emotions like loneliness and resilience. From her published collections, Kazoo and Meadowlite, to her newest book, Only You Will Do, Samantha opens up about the challenges and triumphs of being a neurodivergent creative.

She also discusses the importance of mental health advocacy, the role of community programs like Thrive Open Door and Coast Mental Health, and how activities such as singing in a choir and playing badminton enrich her well-being. This inspiring conversation highlights the power of creativity, community, and perseverance in building a more inclusive world.

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Website: SamanthaMers.wordpress.com
Instagram: @SamanthaMers
Facebook: Samantha Mers
Books available at: Blurb Bookstore

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Chapters

00:00 The Journey into Poetry
03:36 Community and Mental Health Advocacy
07:00 Imagery and Vulnerability in Poetry
08:35 Introduction to Neurodiversity Voices Podcast

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