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Stay. Not because it’s easy, but because your story deserves it.

Write to Stay™ reminds you that healing isn’t about perfection but permission, helping you stay grounded, self-aware, and ready for the road ahead.


About Me

I am Dr. DeShaun Williams, an award-winning author, inspirational speaker, mental wellbeing expert, and suicide attempt survivor who uses the power of writing to help others heal. My journey with journaling began as a way to navigate anxiety, depression, and the weight of overthinking. Over time, the page became my safe place; a space where healing began and clarity followed. Now, I help others discover that same sense of peace, purpose, and restoration through writing.


Through Write to Stay, I create tools and resources that encourage people to process their emotions, find their voices, and reconnect with themselves through reflection and storytelling. As a speaker, I lead meaningful conversations about writing through depression and anxiety, healing from grief on the page, the connection between mental health and storytelling, and rediscovering yourself after silence.


Whether I’m sharing on stage, in classrooms, or through community spaces, my message remains the same: you are not alone, and your words have power.


My mission is simple; To remind people that healing begins when you give yourself permission to write through what you’ve lived.

Healing Starts Here

Explore a collection of guided journals, affirmations, and emotional wellness tools created to help you pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself. Every page is an invitation to heal, grow, and stay grounded in who you are becoming.

Written to Heal Blog

The Power of Staying
In a world that rewards quick escapes, staying is an act of courage. Staying with your truth, your feelings, and your process takes strength that few people ever see. That is where real healing begins. Write to Stay was built on that principle. To s...
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Healing Isn’t Linear and Neither Is Your Story
Healing does not happen in straight lines. It circles back. It pauses. It asks you to rest when you would rather run. Some days you feel strong enough to speak light into your pain, and other days you can barely whisper. Both are part of the process...
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The Words That Saved Me
There are moments in life when silence feels like a sentence. You try to hold it all together, to make sense of what cannot be said, but the weight becomes too much to carry alone. For me, writing began as survival. It was the only way I knew how to...
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What people are saying

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He is so present, human, and understanding. A brilliant young man who shines his light through his powerful voice and presence.

— Shirley J.

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DeShaun is a great person to talk to you, because not only is he willing to address the tough topics, but he's been through it himself, so he really understands.

— Jen H.

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DeShaun has a spark that ignites the people around him. He is an excellent coach, and motivational speaker and can direct those that are rudderless onto a positive path. I have had the opportunity to work with DeShaun and I cannot recommend him enough. He has the power to listen at an intuitive level that gains insight like no other.

— Julie L.

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DeShaun is a great role model and I'm very proud of his journey and his message. He has an energy that picks up that of his audience and brings them the encouragement they need to help them get through dark, self-limiting thoughts. His perseverance and passion is infectious and I'm grateful for the impact he's making in the world!

— Ashley C.

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Deshaun stands out as an exceptional and dedicated entrepreneur. His commitment to curating a podcast for resilient individuals to share their stories, coupled with his nonprofit work and motivational speaking background, positions him not only as an entrepreneur but as a true trailblazer. I anticipate witnessing his ongoing journey marked by boldness, hard work, and dedication. I highly recommend his services.

— Dr. Deonte' B.

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DeShaun was a speaker for my event, the Thought Leadership Summit and he was such an incredible addition to our lineup. He spoke from the heart and inspired us to get up out of our seats and take action. Highly recommend him to speak to your group!

— Alexandria A.

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Meeting you changed my life. You reminded me that healing doesn’t always come from comfort, sometimes it comes from connection. Even when we didn’t see eye to eye, I’m grateful for the space you held and the strength you showed. I’m thankful you’re still here, because your story became part of mine, and your presence reminded me what care truly looks like.

— Taylor C.

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“Deshaun leads with strength, compassion, and integrity. Under his leadership, you never feel unsafe or unseen; he supports, coaches, and challenges you to grow. His ability to turn struggle into purpose inspires others to heal and become better versions of themselves. Deshaun doesn’t just lead people; he lifts them. Working with him is an honor.”

— Jason F.

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