Back on the Couch: Roxane Gay

Taking a look back on the couch to Session 23: Please welcome acclaimed writer, cultural critic, and bestselling author Roxane Gay to the couch!

Resources:

Bad Feminist by Roxane Gay

Hunger by Roxane Gay

Pet Care Tips

Mental Health Resources 

How to Be Heard (Upcoming Book)

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Session Notes:0:00 — Welcome Back to the Couch1:50 — The Journey of Dog Parenthood10:28 — The Reality of Being a Public Figure: Expectations, Accountability & Perfectionism20:50 — Roxane Gay’s Journey as a Writer30:58 — Honesty & Boundaries in Personal Storytelling36:20 — The Importance of Saying No & Protecting Your Energy39:32 — Responsibility in Writing: The Weight of Personal Stories49:30 — Therapy & Personal Growth58:09 — Social Media, Loneliness & Moving Away from Twitter1:09:21 — Upcoming Projects & New Books 

Follow Roxane Gay:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxanegay/

Crew:Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris MorrowAudio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on FilmProduction Coordinators: Faith Lena & Bria Mosley

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