I have found that writing after meditating can help quiet self-criticism and break through writer’s block. In our time together, we will explore creativity and self-expression from the deeply connected space of mindfulness.
I have found that writing after meditating can help quiet self-criticism and break through writer’s block. In our time together, we will explore creativity and self-expression from the deeply connected space of mindfulness.
I have found that writing after meditating can help quiet self-criticism and break through writer’s block. In our time together, we will explore creativity and self-expression from the deeply connected space of mindfulness.
I have found that writing after meditating can help quiet self-criticism and break through writer’s block. In our time together, we will explore creativity and self-expression from the deeply connected space of mindfulness.
As the holiday highs and lows evolve into future hopes and expectations, this self-expressive half-day will offer unique talks, meditations, writing exercises, and optional sharing around the creation and nourishment of compassionate paths of resilience from shame, expectations, and self-criticism. Each participant will have a safe space to explore any and all of the above in whatever way calls.
$45 class fee
We look for joy in online spaces with Alex McElroy, Patrick Nathan, and Reuben “Tihi” Hayslett and guided writing with Amy Spies.
June 7, 6:00 PM PST
Online class, December 4th, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM PST.
Cost: $75
We will be meeting online. Please join us for a restful, restorative Mindful Writing Hero’s Journey Daylong as we emerge into our new year and resilient selves.
Join me on December 8 at 12 p.m. ET for my Mindful Live session on journaling. Mindful Magazine is presenting this virtual event, where I’ll be sharing a practice and answering your questions about the soothing benefits of mindful journaling. Sign up today!
Live class Tuesday, December 8 at 9 am PT. This course is self paced following the live class. Take a moment for a loving-kindness meditation with Amy Spies. This practice is intended to prepare you for mindful journaling, and concludes with some mindful writing prompts. Try out this free sample from the course!
A weekly half-hour online mindful writing class geared for parents, caregivers, and educators for ten weeks starting Tuesday, May 26 at 10 pm PT
Online through Zoom. Zoom link provided upon registration. Mindfulness, writing, and life are all journeys. Every breath, every word, every interaction is its own unique practice. These journeys inform and deepen each other. As a longtime professional writer/writing teacher and meditator/mindfulness teacher, I have found that mindfulness helps break down writer’s block and build up authentic self-expression.
Only open to USC faculty, USC staff, USC alumni, and USC students
Led by Amy Spies, an experienced practitioner of mindfulness meditation as well as a professional writer/producer with credits spanning over 30 years of work in television, film and other media outlets, this group will explore the nuance of writing from the deeply connected space of mindfulness. Meets online on Tuesdays at noon March 24 - April 21st.
Please join us for a special relaxing, restorative writing retreat in a natural and serene setting at our beautiful Benedict Canyon retreat house. Connecting with nature can help us connect with our intentions and authentic voices.
I have found that writing after meditating can help quiet self-criticism and break through writer’s block. In our time together, we will explore creativity and self-expression from the deeply connected space of mindfulness.
I have found that writing after meditating can help quiet self-criticism and break through writer’s block. In our time together, we will explore creativity and self-expression from the deeply connected space of mindfulness.
I have found that writing after meditating can help quiet self-criticism and break through writer’s block. In our time together, we will explore creativity and self-expression from the deeply connected space of mindfulness.
I have found that writing after meditating can help quiet self-criticism and break through writer’s block. In our time together, we will explore creativity and self-expression from the deeply connected space of mindfulness.
As the holiday highs and lows evolve into future hopes and expectations, this self-expressive half-day will offer unique talks, meditations, writing exercises, and optional sharing around the creation and nourishment of compassionate paths of resilience from shame, expectations, and self-criticism. Each participant will have a safe space to explore any and all of the above in whatever way calls.
$45 class fee
We look for joy in online spaces with Alex McElroy, Patrick Nathan, and Reuben “Tihi” Hayslett and guided writing with Amy Spies.
June 7, 6:00 PM PST
We will be meeting online. Please join us for a restful, restorative Mindful Writing Hero’s Journey Daylong as we emerge into our new year and resilient selves.
Join me on December 8 at 12 p.m. ET for my Mindful Live session on journaling. Mindful Magazine is presenting this virtual event, where I’ll be sharing a practice and answering your questions about the soothing benefits of mindful journaling. Sign up today!
Live class Tuesday, December 8 at 9 am PT. This course is self paced following the live class. Take a moment for a loving-kindness meditation with Amy Spies. This practice is intended to prepare you for mindful journaling, and concludes with some mindful writing prompts. Try out this free sample from the course!
A weekly half-hour online mindful writing class geared for parents, caregivers, and educators for ten weeks starting Tuesday, May 26 at 10 pm PT
Online through Zoom. Zoom link provided upon registration. Mindfulness, writing, and life are all journeys. Every breath, every word, every interaction is its own unique practice. These journeys inform and deepen each other. As a longtime professional writer/writing teacher and meditator/mindfulness teacher, I have found that mindfulness helps break down writer’s block and build up authentic self-expression.
Only open to USC faculty, USC staff, USC alumni, and USC students
Led by Amy Spies, an experienced practitioner of mindfulness meditation as well as a professional writer/producer with credits spanning over 30 years of work in television, film and other media outlets, this group will explore the nuance of writing from the deeply connected space of mindfulness. Meets online on Tuesdays at noon March 24 - April 21st.
We will be meeting online until further notice. Mindful Writer’s Sitting Group is a practice group at InsightLA that explores the use of mindfulness within the context of creativity and writing. We meet the first Sunday of every month from 1:30-3:30 pm.
Mindful Writer’s Sitting Group is a practice group at InsightLA that explores the use of mindfulness within the context of creativity and writing.
Please join us for a special relaxing, restorative writing retreat in a natural and serene setting at our beautiful Benedict Canyon retreat house. Connecting with nature can help us connect with our intentions and authentic voices.
Introduction to Mindful Writing: How to get started on your book, memoir or screenplay? Writing after meditating helps you to find your authentic creative voice by quietening the inner critic.
Through guided meditations and writing prompts, Amy Spies - former screen writer of Beverly Hills 90210 will lead you in stretching your mind and expressing your thoughts in words. Start your day right with a creative morning that will awaken your imagination. Please bring your own writing materials. For 1880 Singapore members and their guests.
Want to write the novel of your dreams, a memoir, poetry or screenplay that’s inside you waiting to find some form of expression. In this Mindfulness Writing Session, you will learn some specific techniques to bring your unique creative voice and story to life on the page.
A vital stepping stone in becoming a professional writer is learning how to overcome the derailing self-critical doubts in order to complete the assignment at hand in a timely, productive, and enjoyable way.
If you have a completed draft of a screenplay or teleplay and need feedback for your work, you may wish to consider a one-on-one consultation with a Writers’ Program instructor.
Mindfulness, writing, and life are all journeys. Every breath, every word, every interaction is its own unique pilgrimage practice. These journeys inform and deepen each other.
Led by Amy Spies, an experienced practitioner of mindfulness meditation as well as a professional writer/producer with credits spanning over 30 years of work in television, film and other media outlets, this group will explore the nuance of writing from the deeply connected space of mindfulness.
