write now
a community mindfulness + journaling experience
next session:
Thursday, April 10 @ 6pm PT
“I write entirely to find out what I'm thinking, what I'm looking at, what I see and what it means. What I want and what I fear.”
–JOAN DIDION
What is mindful journaling?
Just like any other mindfulness practice, writing time is a container where we can let our analyzing mind relax into the safe embrace of our heart, body, creativity, and spirit.
When we write with nonjudgemental presence, in the support of community, we can lovingly introduce all the parts of ourselves to one another. We can uncover healing truths, uncomfortable fears, and stifled ideas with curiosity. No need to push or pull, adjust or fix or figure out.
What will we do?
We start with some easeful mindfulness through movement (accessible for all bodies), visualization, and breathing. I’ll guide you through practices to increase compassionate awareness and transition out of thinking/doing and into being/feeling.
Writing time is both guided by prompts and freeform. We’ll see what comes up when we soften our need to be “productive” or “right” and simply express.
Then we take time for mindful sharing and deep listening. We close with a short guided meditation and dedication.
Session are about 75 minutes with some bio breaks.
Wait, like…meditate meditate?
Yes, we’re gonna meditate. Don’t worry, it’s not that bad. You don’t need to sit still like a statue or join a cult, you don’t need to believe in any particular spiritual teaching or even close your eyes.
Do I have to share?
Not at all, if you don’t feel like it. You’ll have the opportunity to be transformed through deep listening and you can choose to share if or when it feels right.
What should I bring?
A notebook to write in and at least one pen that you love.
A beverage and snack prepared so you don’t have to worry about that.
Cozy clothes, tea, pillows, blankets, your animal companion, a candle, anything else that helps you feel comfortable, in your body, and intuitive.
A device that connects easily to Zoom and headphones if those help you focus.