Join us for an evening of guided journaling practices, contemplation and group conversation surrounding what the winter season represents and what it can teach us.

Inspired by Nicole’s debut guided journal, Journaling My Way Back: An Intentional, Year-Long Reflection Through The Four Seasons.

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WINTER

A time to reset and turn inwards. 

As nights grow longer, and temperatures decrease, plants often go dormant and decelerate the speed of their processes to conserve energy. This conservation of energy allows for roots to continue developing as plants rest until spring. Though there is no growth to be seen above soil, dormancy is a plant’s way of flourishing long-term.  

“Winter often looks barren because the flowers don’t grow, but I’ve learned winter is anything but barren— seedlings wait to sprout underground when the time comes and the environment is ready. I believe winter is our teacher because all the outward, beautiful stuff falls away for awhile and we’re left with only our core. Winter isn’t showy like spring, but it is wise and humble. Of course, it’s way more fun to be blooming and radiant, but spring doesn’t come without a winter of strengthening our roots. It’s my honor to be tested, to be stripped, because my roots are revealed and it’s only then that I can realign myself in better soil. I thank the harsh winter for what it’s taught me, and I wait expectantly for spring to come.”

- Finding My Way Back: Poems on Coming Alive, Healing & Self-Discovery

EXACT COST & DATE TBA as we work to secure a beautiful, peaceful venue for this event. Estimate: mid-January and ~$35-40.

Included in ticket cost: sustainably-minded writing materials, seating & event space, snacks from local vendors, mental health-informed guide to lead you through exercises.