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Write. Breathe. Release.
Rekindle your creative spark, let go of overwhelm,
+ write through the noise.
Four online sessions (plus extra goodies) for anyone seeking
a creative outlet, inspiration, and community
during these insane times.
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Tuesdays on Zoom
September 30, October 7, October 14, October 21
6PM - 7:30PM EDT
Can't make a live session? No problem! You receive all replays.
Your words are powerful.
More than ever, your creative expression
is a vital form of resistance.
Let's imagine new worlds, rewrite old stories,
+ learn to make peace with our inner critic.
What You Get:
Four 90-Minute Weekly Zoom Sessions that include deep breathing + relaxation techniques, creative writing prompts, + discussions.
A Recorded Guided Meditation to Ignite Your Creativity + Overcome Imposter Syndrome
Opportunities to share your work (though not required!) + receive thoughtful feedback
A safe, inclusive community to explore creative expression
This Writing Course Is for You If:
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You're riding the rollercoaster of overwhelm + despair trying to stay informed ​​
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You feel an urge to write and create, but can't seem to find the time or motivation
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You're seeking a safe community of likeminded folks to process, be present, and connect ​
WHAT PAST STUDENTS SAY:
"Melissa's gentle guidance has completely transformed me -- I've totally gotten over my writing blocks.
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I’m now getting compliments on my writing and a bunch of new followers, which is amazing because I was stuck for a very long time."
Sheryl M.
"The past few weeks I’ve been writing notebooks full of ideas. I am super excited!!
I released a lot, too, through the process and it was so what I needed.
There are a ton of people out there who need this."
Maya J.
"Melissa's writing workshops are so engaging and beyond helpful -- I only wish I'd found her writing courses sooner!
Thank you for making my life better with this course!"
Pam S.
In This 4-Week Course We'll Explore
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Inspiring writing, movies, and poetry that weave the personal with the political, the inner world with the world at large
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The art of storytelling through imagery & scene building
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Breathwork & mindfulness techniques to help calm your nervous system, quiet the inner critic, & spark your creativity​
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No experience needed!
If you're human, you qualify (though cats and pups and gerbils most welcome).
It's not about perfection...
...it's about connection.
Let go of fear of rejection or perfection through this supportive 4-week series that blends calming breathwork + mindfulness techniques
with creative writing.
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No experience needed! Come as you are.
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About Your Facilitators
Melissa Carroll
Melissa, MFA, ERYT500, is the author of three poetry collections, and is the editor of Going OM: Real-Life Stories on & off the Yoga Mat (which was nominated for an IndieFab Book of the Year Award). A former college instructor of Creative Writing and Rhetoric, she now offers creative writing workshops online. Her work has appeared in Creative Loafing, xoJane, Brevity, Poetry Quarterly, and elsewhere.
Melissa has taught yoga for 17 years and co-led Yoga Teacher Trainings for seven years. Now, she blends mindfulness techniques with shadow work and creative writing to help others calm their nervous systems, rewrite their unhelpful narratives, and tap into their creativity.
Melissa lives on a cattle ranch and is learning, every day, how to slow down from the rhythms of nature.
Emily Slatkow
Emily is a communications professional who sees the threads connecting politics and power woven through every aspect of daily life. Emily's journey in organizing and advocacy has spanned presidential campaigns to local races, working across state and federal levels. For six years, she served as a communications consultant, partnering with organizations like Run for Something, United We Dream, and ActionNetwork to amplify their missions.
In February 2024, Emily joined NextGen America, where she focuses on educating, empowering, and mobilizing young voters. Driven by progressive values, she's committed to creating pathways for meaningful social and political change.
Through her writing, Emily explores the intersections of digital culture, political engagement, and the personal choices that shape our collective future.
WEEKLY SESSIONS
Come for 1 Session or Join All 4!
No experience needed.
Whether you're a published writer or simply curious,
these sessions will meet you as you are.
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You can jump into the series at any time, though of course if you can join us for all 4 weeks you'll see how the techniques build
upon each other (plus we're going to have a lot of fun!).
Tuesday, September 30th
6PM - 7:30PM ET
Regularly $25
YOUR PRICE: $15
Week 1: Writing through the Noise & Reconnecting with Your Creativity
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In this session we'll explore:​
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Relaxation techniques to help clear mental clutter & gain clarity
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Busting myths around creativity & the inner critic
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Prompts & time to journal without self judgment
Week 2:
Release Self-Doubt, Imposter Syndrome,
& the Inner Critic​​​
In this session we'll explore:
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Creative writing exercises & a short guided meditation to make peace with your inner critic
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Deep breathing techniques to help calm the nervous system & clear the mind
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Poems & essays to gain inspiration with time to write
Tuesday, October 7th
6PM - 7:30PM ET
Regularly $25
YOUR PRICE: $15
Week 3:
Writing New Myths,
Reimagining New Futures​​​
In this session we'll explore:
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How classic storytelling structures (The Hero's Journey) can be reimagined outside of patriarchal, oppressive systems
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How Octavia Butler, Ross Gay, Sophie Strand & other writers envision new narratives to reflect the future we want to create
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Prompts with time to write
Tuesday, October 14th
6PM - 7:30PM ET
Regularly $25
YOUR PRICE: $15
Week 4:
The Power of Storytelling,
The Magic of Your Voice​​​
In this session we'll explore:
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The art of storytelling: imagery, dialogue, & scenes
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Poems & essays that convey emotioanl gravity through these craft techniques
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Prompts with time to write
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A short guided relaxation meditation
Tuesday, October 21st
6PM - 7:30PM ET
Regularly $25
YOUR PRICE: $15
Join All 4 Sessions!
Regularly $100
Your Price: $60!
Any questions? Don't hesitate to reach out to us at either
melissacarrollyoga@gmail.com or emily.slatkow@gmail.com
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