SuperPsyched with Dr. Adam Dorsay

#277 The Memoir of a Daughter of a Jewish Mom & a Christian Palestinian Dad | Sonia Daccarett


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n this episode of SuperPsyched, Dr. Adam Dorsay talks to Sonia Daccarett, an accomplished writer with a multicultural background. Sonia, the daughter of a Jewish mother and a Christian Palestinian father, grew up in Cali, Colombia. She shares insights from her memoir, The Roots of the Guava Tree, discussing her experiences of feeling 'othered,' navigating her identity, and the healing power of writing. Sonia recounts her challenges and the influence of her diverse heritage on her worldview. The conversation delves into the subjective nature of memory, the importance of understanding one's story, and the broader implications these have on empathy and connection within society.

00:00 Introduction to SuperPsyched

00:30 Challenges of Growing Up

00:57 Meet Sonia Daccarett

01:48 The Power of Writing a Memoir

02:36 Sonia's Childhood Memories

05:11 Cultural Identity and Belonging

19:10 The Healing Process of Writing

23:09 Reflections and Final Thoughts

42:02 Conclusion and Farewell

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