words that heal writing workshop
“I have always believed, and still believe, that whatever good or bad fortune may come our way we can always give it meaning and transform it into something of value.” - Herman Hesse
words that heal writing workshop
DESCRIPTION:
It’s been scientifically proven that writing our stories is good for our health. It helps us sort through difficult feelings, admit things we’re afraid to say out loud and find renewed purpose and beauty in the journey of our lives. Words That Heal is based on the idea that the power of words can change the direction of our lives. In this three-hour session, you will engage in self-discovery and storytelling exercises to discover new pathways to your own inner wisdom. You will come away with tools for your writing practice that deepen your self-awareness and expand your perspective. This course presents creative ways to heal your relationship with words from three angles — thought, memory and imagination.
The Words that Heal Writing Workshop will help you:
Practice storytelling as a creative path to healing
Understand the relationship between your thoughts, beliefs, emotions and actions
Practice self-honesty to move toward a more fully expressed life
Discover the personal myths and stories you tell yourself that keep you in self-limiting patterns
Elevate your personal narrative and stop speaking against yourself
Apply a healing narrative to your memories and empower the way you imagine your future
Explore more uninhibited thought and expression to reveal your authentic voice
The way we talk about ourselves impacts our ability to heal and the quality of our lives.
FOR WRITERS OF ALL LEVELS
My workshops attract writers of all levels who:
… are particularly interested in deep reflection, creative self-discovery, and personal narrative.
… want to be more fully expressed in their lives but are uncertain about how writing can help them achieve that.
… have stories they want to tell and ideas they want to share in a creative, supportive environment.
… want to stop holding in and holding out for the ‘perfect’ words and start writing from the heart.
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"I really enjoyed the Words that Heal class. GG challenged us to not judge our writing; but to simply just write and not to go back and change what we said. To go with the flow of what's in our hearts as we write. GG's Words that Heal class gives you a deeper perspective of yourself and mental self care awareness.
I really enjoyed connecting with GG and the other writers. Everyone was so pleasant, optimistic and upbeat. This writing class is a positive creative network for women. It was nice to read the other participants writing prompts and to see that everyone has a vision and that everyone is healing from something. I'm not alone. Words that Heal is therapy for the soul." - Brittany Ervin
TRUTHS ABOUT WRITING TO HEAL
Many of us are stuck in cycles of negative thought and memory, regrets about the past and worries about the future, leading to imaginations that scare us instead of inspiring us.
In Words That Heal, we explore the idea that when we release limiting narratives, we can expand our possibilities and change the momentum of our lives. We will also explore the following:
+ For many of us, our biggest coping mechanism is to hide from ourselves and when we do this, we end up with creative blocks.
+ Most of us underestimate the inherent power and personal wisdom that we carry with us through life. We can discover these gifts through self-discovery and storytelling.
+ When our hearts and minds contradict each other, we experience inner conflicts that prevent us from being fully expressed and moving through life with ease.
+ You can’t embrace new possibilities without imagining them first.
+ Writing about your feelings deepens self-awareness, releases difficult feelings, and improves overall well-being.
+ Writing stories about your life fuels your personal growth and serves as a creative path to healing.
writing to heal is a unique process of unlearning and reimagining that allows you to find new meaning in your life experiences.
MY APPROACH TO CREATIVE COACHING IS…
.. address the limiting beliefs and fears that are in the way, so the unique perspective that is already inside of you can be revealed and elevated.
… show you practical ways to infuse your unique writing voice into your current life, career, and social presence.
… provide a safe space for connection, inspiration, and accountability between writers.
Research has shown that creative well-being is influenced by our mental, emotional, physical, social, and spiritual well-being. It’s all connected. In my workshops, I present a holistic view of the creative process that includes self-discovery work, journaling techniques, self-care strategies, idea generation tools, and storytelling methods.
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“GG Renee not only builds confidence; she also builds community. She’s poised and professional, and she positions your group to discover, heal, celebrate, and advance.” — Heather Hopson, CEO, Motor Mouth Multimedia and Single Mom Defined
photo: Tomorrow’s Photography
WHAT TO EXPECT
Before:
Once you register, you will receive a download that includes the details to access the online workshop. You will also receive reminders leading up to the workshop.
During:
Come prepared with your favorite tools for writing and earbuds to block out external noise. You can participate with your video and audio turned on or just audio. The session will include my prepared presentation, writing exercises, discussion, and Q+A.
After:
The day after your session, you will receive access to the replay video and presentation slides. Replay videos are password-protected and available temporarily only to workshop participants.
CONTACT ME:
If you are interested but not sure if this workshop is right for you, please feel free to contact me with questions. If you’d like to be notified the next time this course is offered, please fill out this form.
REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS:
There are no refunds if you register and are unable to attend the workshop, but if you have a problem or concern about your purchase, please contact me and we can discuss your situation. In most cases, I offer a credit that can be used at a later date for another workshop.
I have a minimum enrollment requirement of 5 registrants. If enrollment is not met 3-5 days before the workshop date, the workshop may be canceled a minimum of 3 business days prior to the workshop. In this case, all registrants receive a full refund.