Storytelling: A Powerful Healing Tool For Everyone

— "The most interesting stories aren't ones of blame or regret. They're ones of self-examination, where we examine our own involvement in decisions—all of the complicated nuances, that in examining them, lead us to grow. Storytelling is such a powerful tool for healing for ourselves and our communities. But we can only heal what we reveal, which is why Chloe invites vulnerability into her work. She loves to unpack the why of our intentions—the nuances that influence how we show up the way we do—so that we aren't in positions to betray ourselves. Through personal self-examination, Chloe believes we can deepen community."

Valeria Teles interviews Chloe Louvouezo — the author of "Life, I Swear: Intimate Stories from Black Women Exploring Identity, Healing, and Self-Trust"

Chloe Dulce Louvouezo is a Congolese-American writer. As a storyteller, she believes in the power of stories for deeper connection and personal healing. Chloe curates prose and experiences that support inclusivity and belonging of underrepresented communities from across diasporas. Her work to develop inclusive spaces is driven by her multicultural background and having lived extensively internationally.

In her career in communications, diversity, and inclusion, Chloe has focused on inclusive storytelling at domestic and global organizations addressing education, poverty, and mental health, most recently at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. She is the creator and executive producer of the Life, I Swear podcast, where she explores the nuances of Black women's journeys through post-traumatic growth, resilience and identity.

To learn more about Chloe Louvouezo and her work please visit: https://www.chloelouvouezo.com/

— This podcast is a quest for well-being, a quest for a meaningful life through the exploration of fundamental truths, enlightening ideas, insights on physical, mental, and spiritual health. The inspiration is Love. The aspiration is to awaken new ways of thinking that can lead us to a new way of being, being well.