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Guest: Samanta Merz, poet and mental health advocate. 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 such as Thrive Open Door and Coast Mental Health, and how activities like singing in a choir and playing badminton enrich her overall 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
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- Books available at: Blurb Bookstore
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