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Education :: Classes also Special Events :: Community Event
Writing to Relax
7:00 PM (America/Denver)
Sacred Ally Empowerment Arts Center
Writing to Relax Description:
When: Thursday June 4th from 7pm-9pm
Cost: $25

Learn to use creative writing as a mindfulness exercise.

Discover the therapeutic power of words as you use creative writing to relax and de-stress. Through gentle prompts, mindfulness exercises, and expressive writing techniques, you'll explore your inner thoughts and emotions in a supportive environment. No prior writing experience is needed—just bring an open mind and a desire to find peace through storytelling. This course is perfect for anyone wanting to cultivate mindfulness, reduce anxiety, and boost their well-being through the art of creative expression.

What to Expect:
We’ll arrive and after introductions set intentions and ground to a guided breathing exercise

Two brief lessons will each be followed by free write exercises - sharing is always optional

To close, we’ll ground again with final takeaways and encouragements

A calm, supportive, and non-judgmental environment

Short guided meditations to help you relax and focus

Simple, accessible writing exercises

No writing experience needed

Emphasis on process over perfection

Time to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with yourself

Please bring:
Pen and paper

Notebook or journal

Laptop or tablet (if you prefer typing)


Meet Mitchell
Mitchell Warnken, holds an MFA in creative writing from Queens University, and has been published both in print and online. He uses his passion for storytelling and mindfulness to instruct with The Lifelong Learning Center. He is also a meditation teacher on the Insight Timer app. When not in the classroom, he can be found hiking up a hill or burying his nose in a book.

Connect or learn more @ Mitchellwarnken.com
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Age Group: All Ages
Venue: Sacred Ally Empowerment Arts Center
Address: 130 E. Broadway St. Missoula, MT 59802
Phone: (406) 830-8082

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