memoir + motherhood writing workshop
“If you want to understand any woman you must first ask about her mother and then listen carefully.” ― Anita Diamant
MEMOIR AND MOTHERHOOD WRITING WORKSHOP … $50
NEXT OFFERING: MAY 4 | 12 PM - 3 PM ET
DESCRIPTION:
No matter your situation, motherhood is a challenging subject to wrangle with words. In this three-hour workshop, participants will learn an idea generation exercise that identifies memories and themes that capture your experience with motherhood—whether that’s being a mother, being mothered, or whatever your relationship is with the topic. We will discuss different storytelling formats to explore our perspectives on motherhood, and we will read excerpts from existing works for each one. Participants will do two writing exercises, share their work if they choose, and come away with ideas and tools for future writing. Registration includes the three-hour virtual session, plus the session recording and writing guide provided the next day.
Memoir & Motherhood Offers:
A space to explore our perspectives on motherhood through different narrative styles
Discussion about the emotional and ethical complexities of writing about family
Insights on how to process emotions, reframe your narrative, and find courage and clarity through vulnerable storytelling
The opportunity to generate new writing about motherhood fueled by the exercises, examples, and discussion
GG’s Facilitation Style:
Emphasizes writing as a path to self-discovery and healing narratives
Combines the instruction of a writing workshop with the radical acceptance and emotional communion of a support group
Reveals the potential for transformation that occurs when we tell true stories and are deeply heard
policies:
This workshop is free to members of The Inner Story Writing Circle.
Paid Substack subscribers can use their discount to receive 20% off.
There are no refunds.