In this episode of Good Medicine, Wanda John-Kehewin invites us into the sacred territory where storytelling becomes healing.
For her, writing is more than craft — it is ceremony, truth-telling, and a pathway back to self. She shares how the page has become a place to process, to reconnect, and to reclaim what was nearly lost through the impacts of residential schools and cultural disconnection.
Together, we explore the courage it takes to create emotionally safe children’s stories without turning away from hard truths. Wanda reflects on parenting, emotional awareness, and the grounding practices that help her send good energy into the world. She speaks about collaborating with psychologists and with illustrator Erika Rodriguez Medina, weaving warmth, compassion, and safety into sensitive narratives.
Miya Wears Orange emerged from a single heartfelt conversation with her daughter — a moment that blossomed into a book now opening hearts across the country. With humor and a gentle spark, Wanda reminds us that healing also makes room for joy: “You can actually do anything you want to do,” she laughs, “and you’re doing a good job.”
Her journey is a testament to how stories can heal generations. A poem, a prayer, even the turning of a page — all can be Good Medicine when offered with honesty and love. This episode is an invitation to listen deeper, to honour the stories that shaped us, and to share our own with integrity and open hands.
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