May 13, 2026

85. Restorative Writing as a Healing Tool with Dr. Carolyn Roy Bornstein

44 minutes

Burnout is real - and writing can help.

In this episode, Dr. Denise Millstine talks with Dr. Carolyn Roy‑Bornstein, “A Prescription for Burnout” and Sandra Marinella, “The Story You Need to Tell” about how restorative writing helps clinicians process stress, grief, and emotional exhaustion. A powerful conversation on healing, meaning‑making, and reclaiming your story.

This episode was made possible by the generous support of Ken Stevens.

We talked with:

Dr. Carolyn Roy-Bornstein is a board-certified pediatrician, author, and nationally recognized voice in narrative medicine and physician well-being. She is the writer- in-residence at a family medicine residency program, where she leads clinicians and reflective and restorative writing. Dr. Roy-Bornstein is the author of several books, including “Crash” and her newest, “A Prescription for Burnout.” Her work has also appeared in “The New York Times,”“The Washington Post,”“JAMA,” and other major publications.

Dr. Carolyn Roy-Bornstein Author Website

Brain Injury Association of America

Sandy Marinella is an award-winning author, writing teacher, and speaker who is best known for her book “The Story You Need to Tell” which is a widely acclaimed guide to using personal storytelling and expressive writing for healing and resilience. With decades of experience teaching writers and leading workshops for patients, veterans, and health care communities, in addition to high school students, Sandy is the founder of The Story You Need to Tell Project, which explores the transformative power of narrative in times of illness, loss, and change.

Sandy Marinella Author Website

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