“Poetry is how I turn pain into power—and stigma into strength.”
This week on No Street Lights, we’re joined by the incredible Ally Loyns—poet, mental health advocate, and the author behind the acclaimed Floral Trilogy. Ally shares her raw and inspiring journey through Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), self-expression, and healing through writing.
Her debut collection A Generation of Sunflowers opened the door to vulnerability, while Bloom—nominated for Best Poetry Book—cemented her voice as a force for compassion and change. Now, she offers a glimpse into her final installment of the trilogy, continuing her mission to crush the stigma surrounding BPD and empower others through art and empathy.
Things You’ll Find in This Episode:
• Ally’s experience living with BPD and embracing emotional authenticity
• Her creative process and inspiration for A Generation of Sunflowers and Bloom
• The story behind the award-nominated poem “Stronger Together”
• How compassion and creativity go hand in hand
• A sneak peek into the final installment of the Floral Trilogy
📚 Connect with Ally Loyns:
• Etsy Shop: genOFsunflowers
• Instagram: @ally_author
🎵 Music by Hyland Markle – Follow him on Instagram: @hylandmarkle
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