poetry, publishing, and mental health with leisly ann roman
Leisly Ann Roman is a writer and poet whose work explores the intersections of cultural identity, mental health, and personal resilience.
Born and raised in New York City as the eldest daughter of Dominican-immigrant parents, Leisly Ann has been shaped by her experiences and the diverse cultures around her.
A passionate advocate for mental health, Leisly Ann's poetry addresses themes like cultural expectations, self-doubt, and the struggles of living with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and disordered eating.
In this episode, we dive into her journey through poetry and mental health, discuss the impact of cultural expectations on self-perception, and explore her path to healing.
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1:30 Meet Leisly Ann
3:00 Early inspirations
7:38 Writing from lived experience
10:32 Publishing and working with Alegría
16:25 Writing in English and Spanish as a first-gen kid
25:36 Community and support systems
31:40 Advice to her younger self
36:40 Creative process and pressure for a second book
39:38 Some of Leisly-Ann’s favorite things
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