Writing Through Eco Grief
Event description
Unlock the transformative power of creative writing to relieve climate grief and gain more agency. Whether you're an environmental activist, outdoor enthusiast, or simply love nature, the weight of climate change and environmental loss can affect us all.
In this engaging workshop, draw inspiration from environmental and nature poets as you use creative writing prompts to express and transform your pain, sadness or despair into greater love, care, and empowerment.
Connect with fellow participants experiencing climate/eco grief, where you'll have the chance to your work in a supportive environment. No creative writing experience is necessary, and sharing is optional.
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What are the benefits of writing?
As well as being cathartic, writing has been shown to
- reduce stress
- improve mood
- boost physical health
- help you gain a deeper insight and understanding of your thoughts and feelings
If you have any questions, please contact gabriela@thegriefcocoon.com
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What a previous participant said:
"I feel lighter, like I am not carrying the grief so close to my body.
Writing it puts it outside of me.
I become an observer.
Writing gives me a story and that gives me agency.
Agency gives me hope.
Hope in the present gives me power in the future."
“I felt hopeful after the workshop. Walking with my grief had me feeling alone, but this workshop has given me tools to start writing again.”
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About the facilitator:
Your guide through this journey is Gabriela Georges, Founder of The Grief Cocoon and Creative Grief Guide. A writer, musician, performer, and nature lover, Gabriela believes in taking time to process challenging emotions in order to do impactful work in the world. Drawing from over 10 years of personal experience following the loss of her mother, she shares her expertise in writing, movement, and performance to empower others. Having completed her Grief Movement Training with the founder of Grief Yoga, Gabriela is dedicated to finding innovative ways to raise awareness about grief, fostering a world where no one has to face it alone.
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