Suleika Jaouad, an experienced journal keeper since childhood, found journaling instrumental throughout her leukemia treatment and during the pandemic. To reinvigorate her practice, she began reading the works of influential writers such as Audre Lorde and Sylvia Plath, which inspired her journaling by creating a 'kaleidoscopic effect.' Her new book, The Book of Alchemy, comprises essays and prompts from 100 contributors aimed at sparking creativity for others. Jaouad describes journaling as a form of alchemy, facilitating meaningful shifts in thought through regular writing.
Suleika Jaouad has been journaling since childhood, using it to navigate her battle with leukemia and the pandemic, until she sought inspiration in other writers' works.
Jaouad began incorporating writings from authors like Audre Lorde and Sylvia Plath into her journaling practice, which she described as creating a "kaleidoscopic effect".
Her latest book, The Book of Alchemy, features essays and prompts from 100 writers aimed at helping others find inspiration in their journaling.
Jaouad equates journaling with alchemy, suggesting that writing can lead to even small, transformative shifts in consciousness.
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