Joan Leof's life work is help others empower themselves through both therapeutic and creative writing. She created her own business, Write to Heal where she facilitates journal workshops for groups and individuals. Joan has filled 238 journals and published many personal essays. She is also the author of a memoir, Fatal If Swallowed: Reclaiming Creativity and Hope Along the Uncharted Path. Her new book is a collection of her personal essays called Matryoshka: Uncovering Your Many Selves Through Writing. It includes questions for reflection or writing at the end of each essay.

Joan Leof is in a wildly successful third marriage. Join us as she discloses her success tips for a healthy, loving, lasting relationship in midlife.