Upcoming Classes
Do you long to write more regularly but struggle to do it on your own? Maybe there’s a project whispering to you—an essay, a chapbook, a memoir—but time keeps slipping away. The Inspiration Lab is a generative, eight-week writing workshop designed to help you build creative momentum in a supportive, structured environment.
Get thoughtful feedback from peers in this intimate workshop, designed for seasoned poets who have previous experience being part of at least one feedback group.
Join a quarterly gathering that blends creative writing and mindfulness in a supportive, inclusive space. Whether you identify as a writer or simply enjoy exploring your inner voice, this group offers you a gentle rhythm of reflective writing (with optional prompts), sharing in community and contemplative practices like guided meditation and mindful walking outdoors, weather permitting.
It feels wonderful when an idea sweeps us off our feet and words tumble onto the page. But then what? We can tell the piece isn’t done—we might not even know what it is. What do we do next?
A braided essay is a powerful form of creative nonfiction that intertwines two or more distinct narratives or thematic threads to create a cohesive, multi-layered whole. Like a literal braid, these "strands" appear and reappear throughout the essay, building resonance and revealing deeper meanings through their interplay.
Join a quarterly gathering that blends creative writing and mindfulness in a supportive, inclusive space. Whether you identify as a writer or simply enjoy exploring your inner voice, this group offers you a gentle rhythm of reflective writing (with optional prompts), sharing in community and contemplative practices like guided meditation and mindful walking outdoors, weather permitting.
What does the land tell us when we truly listen? How does a pesticide-sprayed lawn or a restored oak savanna affect our bodies and minds? In this spacious two-day retreat at Holy Wisdom Monastery, we'll use writing to explore these questions and help us wake up to the wisdom that arises when we listen deeply to ourselves or a place.
Join a quarterly gathering that blends creative writing and mindfulness in a supportive, inclusive space. Whether you identify as a writer or simply enjoy exploring your inner voice, this group offers you a gentle rhythm of reflective writing (with optional prompts), sharing in community and contemplative practices like guided meditation and mindful walking outdoors, weather permitting.
What people are saying about my classes:
“Rebecca’s skill at facilitation is truly what makes this class so special, including her authenticity and ability to hold hard truths that come up for folks. Her willingness to be vulnerable with the group also contributed to bringing folks together and creating a space for others to be vulnerable. ”
“This workshop reconnected me with my own writing of poems. I finally took the time to sit down and write. The community of people was delightful and inspiring, especially in these weird pandemic times. In the beginning, we were strangers, but sharing our poems created a profound intimacy right from our first meeting. The weekly classes and the homework were sacred time. ”
“I loved how open the group was and how it felt safe to share my writing. We created a sense of community with our small group in only a few hours which was really special.”
“Rebecca always does a wonderful job of leading a class and making everyone feel welcome and safe and inspired. ”
“Rebecca’s Mindful Writing class was an exceptional way to spend my evening. I appreciate her warmth and thoughtful nature. I would be excited to take another class with Rebecca in the future.”
