We have now completed the twelve-week journey with The Artist’s Way, and I felt it would be beneficial to come together once again to move through a guided meditation on our journey and progress.

For those who haven’t yet finished The Artist’s Way and are completing it in your own time, you are more than welcome to join or watch the replay when the time is right for you.

My intention with this guided meditation is to create a relaxed state of being and review our main themes from the book so we can integrate our growth and insights deeper into ourselves. In closing, we will then envision our lives 90 days from now as we continue to nurture and foster our Artist and creative selves.

Preparation

1. Invest 15 minutes before you start the meditation to review your answers in your workbook. No need to memorize it or study it. Simply review and feel the journey. See what you wrote in your morning pages at the beginning and see what you last wrote. See if you can feel any subtle shifts.

2. Prepare a comfortable space to participate in the 30-minute meditation. I recommend having a place you can lie down or put your feet up. The aim is to relax the body without falling asleep. If possible, don’t eat a large meal directly beforehand and make sure you don’t need to go to the bathroom. We want to drift into the in-between space where you aren’t fully awake and you’re not fully asleep and not be interrupted. This is where the analytical part of your brain is quiet and you are open and receptive to your guidance and insights.

3. Bring your notepad or journal. After you finish the meditation, you will have 15 minutes to write and review anything that came up during the meditation.

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Thank you to all those who participated, followed along and invested in their creative recovery/discovery.

What’s next is up to you!

Julia invites everyone to create a contract and commit yourself to continuing the process for another 90 days. Morning Pages, Artist Dates and checking in with your group or trusted friend. Print it, sign it and keep it visible. 📝

We will be doing another meeting Tuesday, June 30th 4pm PT to see how everyone has been keeping up with their creative play and expression.

I will also be hosting a meditation and breathwork practice for next week on Sunday June 7th at 4pm PT. I’ll post the link to join this meeting in a separate post.

Finally I want to share the “Artist’s Prayer” from page 223,

Oh Great Creator,
We are gathered together in your name
That we may be a greater service to you
And to our fellows.
We offer ourselves to you as instruments.
We open ourselves to your creativity in our lives.
We surrender to you, our old ideas.
We welcome your new and more expensive ideas.
We trust that you will lead us.
We trust that it is safe to follow you.
We know you created us and that creativity
Is your nature and our own.
We ask you to unfold our lives
According to your plan, not our low self-worth.
Help us to believe that it is not too late
And that we are not too small or too flawed
To be healed-
By you and through each other---and made whole.
Help us to love one another,
To nurture each each other’s unfolding,
To encourage each other’s growth,
And understand each other’s fears.
Help us to know that we are not alone,
That we are loved and loveable.
Help us to create as an act of worship to you.

Amen

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Only two weeks left in our epic journey together. Wow, time flies.

My morning pages have helped me sort my thoughts like some new superpower. The clarity I’ve been searching for comes from cleaning up my mental diet and digesting what’s already in there with daily writing. So simple. So effective.

I love how many of you have taken the suggestions from the reading and adapted them into something that works best for you. Even when the words on the page don’t resonate with you or apply to your current situation, many of you have found a way to make the most of it.

As always, I’d love to hear from you all what stood out for you this week or any synchronicities (serendipity) that you experienced. Drop a comment below and on the replay!

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This week revealed so many of my blocks that I have been tripping over since I was in college. I am excited to spend a few weeks after we are done reviewing and diving deeper into the tasks in this book. There is so much to digest and integrate. I’m sure you all are aware that we are in the final stretch now. Only three weeks left!

I remember back when we started this 12 week journey I thought to myself, “Will I even make it myself?” I’m so grateful to be taking this journey alongside you all. It has given me the strength and courage to uncover the areas of my inner world that have been blocking my movement for years.

And thank you to all of you for doing your best with what you have to invest in yourself and your own creative expressions. I am inspired by your growth and playful exploration of your own unique gifts.

How was this week for you? Did you visualize your goal? How about naming your creative U-Turns? I chose my artist totem and placed it on my shelf. How about you?

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How was this week for you?

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What did you create to remind yourself of this quote?

Any synchronicities that you experienced this week?

Lessons learned?

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“Often our spending differs from our real values. We fritter away cash on things we don’t cherish and deny ourselves those things we do.”

Julia suggests using a notepad to track everything. I personally use a budgeting app that connects with my bank account to track all my spending habits. The key takeaway for me this week is checking how my values align with where my money is going!

I also really enjoyed the “Money Madness, An Exercise” at the end of the chapter.

Complete the following phrases:

1. People with money are ________

2. Money makes people ________

3. I’d have more money if ________

There are 20 of these sentences to complete. These are just the first three.

I want to redo this chapter again once we complete the 12 weeks as I got so much benefit from it. I really enjoyed learning about belief systems around money and how to see through them.

We are halfway through the 12 weeks! Let’s keep the momentum going!

Did you experience any synchronicities this week?

Were there any issues this week that you consider significant for your recovery?

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What synchronicities did you experience this week?

Are you meeting with your group on a different day of the week? We want to hear from you as well!

What changes have you noticed in the last 5 weeks?

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Wow. That was a challenge for me to cut out all reading, social media, podcasts and other media.

It reminded me of my Vipassana Meditation Retreat. The mental clarity, vivid dreams and overall feeling of peace was amazing.

After taking one week off all reading and social media I felt my inner voice coming through much more clearly. How about you?

How did you do with the “Reading Deprivation” challenge from this week? Will you give it another shot? Change any behaviours going forward? What else did you experience this week that was insightful for you?

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Summary

The group discussed their experiences with week three of The Artist's Way, focusing on creative activities like morning pages, artist dates, and the week's tasks. Participants shared that the chapter prompted reflection on themes such as criticism, shame, anger, and synchronicity, with several sharing personal stories about how these topics impacted their creative journeys. Creative exercises ranged from painting and basketball to digital projects and exploring art virtually, highlighting diverse approaches to nurturing one's inner artist. The importance of supporting one another in group discussions, honoring individual pacing, and creating space for authentic expression was emphasized throughout the meeting. Participants were encouraged to be gentle with themselves, adapt creatively when faced with obstacles, and continue engaging with the material even if they encounter challenges along the way.

Timestamped Overview

00:00 Exploring ideas in group discussions

05:23 Discussing criticism and self-worth

06:28 Handling criticism and emotional growth

09:50 Using arts to teach concepts

14:37 Exploring unconscious challenges

19:59 Reflections on handling criticism

21:02 Learning mindfulness and emotional balance

24:31 Group insights and sharing recap

30:52 Early creative exploration

32:26 Finding hidden gems in photography

35:50 Closing thoughts and creative sharing

39:35 Weekly homework and reflection reminder

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Summary

During this week’s session for The Artist’s Way, Graham welcomed participants and began with a check-in, encouraging everyone to honestly share how they were feeling and how their week had gone with the Artist Date, Morning Pages, and weekly tasks. Participants rated their experiences on a scale and shared both successes and areas where they struggled.

Graham reflected on key insights from the reading, highlighting quotes about the value of paying attention and allowing delight into life, and emphasized the importance of showing up for the creative process, even on less inspired days. He also mentioned the idea of balancing structure with flexibility—getting tasks done early in the week and giving oneself space to reflect and adapt.

Several participants, including Bie, Linda, and others, shared their Artist Date stories. These included creative experiments like making affirmation cards with ChatGPT, finding community at concerts, navigating solo activities, and, in Bie’s case, handling unexpected challenges with humour and resilience after a playful outing ended in injury. Conversations often returned to core themes: overcoming the inner critic, reframing setbacks, and noticing the support, connection, and inspiration available within the group and the wider world.

Breakout rooms continued to be a central part of the format, providing safe spaces for deeper sharing. Graham encouraged respecting personal boundaries—sharing as much or as little as felt comfortable—and emphasized that the group’s role is to witness, not fix, each other. The importance of self-honor, mutual respect, and compassionate curiosity remained at the heart of the group dynamic.

The session wrapped up with logistical notes about breakout room timing, open-ended space for further group insights, and Graham’s encouragement to start weekly reading early, make the most of the group experience, and cherish the process as a sacred creative opportunity. Gratitude and inspiration closed out the session, reminding everyone that creative recovery is a journey of presence, openness, and playful self-discovery.

Timestamped Overview

00:00 Finding joy through paying attention

03:57 Talking about vivid dreams

06:35 Sharing creative progress together

10:29 Recovering from a ram attack

16:21 Exploring creativity and self-recovery

18:32 Reflecting on a park moment

23:08 Tips for easier artist dates

24:45 Childlike fun and creativity

30:02 Exploring organic group conversations

34:13 Balancing structure with flexibility

35:07 Reflecting on creativity and gratitude

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Thank you for being apart of this journey and investing your time and energy into recovering and discovering more of your creativity.

For those who aren’t able to make our weekly zoom calls and are instead meeting privately, please share your insights and experiences of the Artist Date and any of your answers to the “Tasks” at the end of the chapter.

Don’t share your morning pages!

I sound like a broken record on this point but it’s important to honour your creative recovery. Also for those who were on the Zoom call, please share your experiences in the comments below so others can learn and be supported by your experiences as well.

What stood out to you in the Week 1 of the reading?

What was your experience with the Morning Pages?

What did you end up doing for your Artist Date?

What was your favourite Task at the end of the chapter?

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Summary

In this week’s session for The Artist’s Way, Graham welcomed participants and shared his experience with the Artist Date and Morning Pages, both successes and challenges. Graham emphasized the importance of being open to both exercises you’re drawn to and those you resist, as each offers meaningful growth.

Several participants—like Linda, Dia, and Barbara—shared stories of adapting their Artist Dates and the insights they gained, including overcoming hesitation about solo outings and learning to be flexible with plans. The session fostered encouragement, with reminders not to aim for perfection but to honor where you are in your creative process.

The format included breakout room check-ins for deeper sharing, and Graham reassured attendees that the process is about self-discovery, compassion, and mutual support rather than critique.

The session wrapped up with gratitude for everyone’s effort, encouragement to keep going even through setbacks, and a reminder to adapt the process in ways that best serve personal growth.

Timestamped Overview

00:00 “The Artist’s Way Kickoff”

06:29 “Creative Reflection and Sharing Guidelines”

07:20 “Morning Pages and Creative Check-In”

10:29 “Morning Pages: Finding Your Flow”

16:41 Colorado Exploration and Discoveries

17:38 “Reflecting on First 12 Days”

20:54 “Solo or Group Options Explained”

25:32 “Troubleshooting and Group Updates”

28:21 “Embrace Challenges and Preferences”

33:57 “Share Insights and Reflections”

34:39 “Adapting The Artist’s Way”

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Welcome to The Artist’s Way: This is an orientation for a 12-week creative recovery program based on Julia Cameron’s book. Make sure you have the book and have started reading.

Groups & Cohorts: This meeting helps everyone find or confirm their small breakout group for the journey. Groups of 4 are ideal for diversity and manageable meetings, but you can do the program solo if you prefer.

Honour Yourself: Respect your own pace and limits. If you’re dealing with mental health issues or working with a professional, check in with them before participating deeply.

Ground Rules:

• We’re here to witness, not fix each other.

• Practice active, compassionate listening. No crosstalk or interrupting.

• Respect each other’s privacy, especially regarding the Morning Pages.

Morning Pages: Write three pages longhand each morning as an uncensored flow of thoughts. Keep them private, don’t share them with anyone (even group members).

Artist Dates: Take yourself on a weekly solo “artist date”. Something fun, playful, and creative to nurture your inner artist/child. It doesn’t have to cost money or be complicated.

Weekly Check-ins: Rate your openness and share how you’re feeling each week on a scale from 1-5. Honesty and honouring where you’re at is important.

Logistics:

• Use breakout rooms to connect with your group.

• Exchange contact info to stay in touch and support each other.

• If your first group doesn’t feel right, try another. Honour your intuition.

If you missed a group: More time will be given next week to find your group. It’s okay to take your time or take the journey solo.

Encouragement: This is a long journey and it’s normal to feel hesitant or want to quit at some point. Be gentle on yourself, play, have fun, and honour your unique process.

Final Note: Don’t stress if you haven’t figured everything out or still need a group or the book. Keep moving forward at your own pace. The main thing is to keep showing up for yourself and your creative process.

Timestamped Overview

00:00 Group Dynamics & Meeting Support

03:53 “Prioritize Mental Health Support”

09:21 “Mastering Active, Empathetic Listening”

10:10 “Compassionate Listening and Morning Pages”

16:09 Imaginary Lives Icebreaker Activity

18:21 “Group Connection & Creative Tools”

21:39 “Tap Into Playful Creativity”

26:21 “Honoring Yourself Through Challenges”

27:58 “12-Week Creative Journey Intention”

30:28 “Honour Yourself and Your Journey”

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We just finished our orientation on Zoom for The Artist’s Way. For some of you, the Sunday meetings aren’t ideal for your schedule and you have decided with your group to meet on another day. This is a great adjustment so you can commit to the entire 12 weeks.

Below are some suggestions I have found from Julia Cameron’s website and others who have run their own groups. This is how I will be running the Zoom meetings and I would encourage you to follow a similar approach.

1. The Core Structure

• The Twelve-Week Process: Commit to meeting once a week for the full twelve weeks, covering one chapter per gathering.

• Time Commitment: Allocate around two hours for each meeting to allow everyone space to be heard without rushing.

• Brave Talk: You can use your preferred video conferencing app like Zoom, FaceTime or WhatsApp for your meetings. Brave Talk is a free tool that works the same as Zoom and is free for up to four people for an unlimited amount of time and number of meetings. Check it out here!

• The Size of the Circle: While your total group can be larger, when it comes time to share exercises, try to break into groups of four. Five can become unwieldy, and three often doesn’t provide enough contrasting experience.

2. Guidelines for the Heart

• No Gurus: Every person is an equal part of the collective. Facilitators must also do the morning pages, the artist dates, and share their own creative risks.

• Listen Without “Fixing”: We are intended to witness, not control, one another. When someone shares, go around the circle without commenting or trying to “help” them. Each group’s “song” is unique; let it be.

• Morning Pages are Private: Do not share your morning pages with the group. They are between you and God/The Great Creator/Divine.

3. Running the Meeting

A successful meeting flows through connection and reflection:

• The Landing: Start with a brief “check-in.” Ask, “How are you feeling?”. Allow each person a minute or two to speak their truth. Whether they feel “hungry” or are experiencing a “creative breakthrough”.

• Chapter Reflection: Instead of reading the chapter aloud, discuss what resonated. Talk about your self-discoveries, your confusion, or even your disagreements with the text.

• The Exercises: Do the exercises from the chapter in order during the meeting. Everyone, including the facilitator, answers the questions and then shares their responses within their small cluster.

4. Supporting the Journey

• Expect Change: Not everyone will finish the twelve weeks, and that is okay. Be prepared for “Creative U-Turns” around week eight to ten, when the fear of the group ending might make people want to pull away. Face this truth together to stay strong.

• Be Kind: Relapse is part of the process. If you miss a day of pages or a week of tasks, relax and be self-loving.

5. If Someone Misses a Meeting

Life happens, and creative recovery is not about perfection.

• No Big Deal: If a member misses a week, they should simply continue with their individual morning pages and the next chapter’s tasks.

• Stay Connected: Use a group text or email to share “ephemeral moments” or photos from Artist Dates between meetings to keep the momentum alive.

I will also be putting out a post each week for everyone to collectively share their comments and moments of inspiration or adventure.

Have fun, be compassionate and enjoy the journey!

Graham

For Our New Adventurers

If you are just joining us, welcome! You have lots of time to catch up:

• Grab the Book: Pick up your copy of The Artist’s Way or head over to your local library.

• The First 40 Pages: We are giving everyone until March 15th to read the introduction and Week 1. This gives you lots of time to get a new routine of reading and writing.

• Start the Tools: You can begin your Morning Pages (three pages of hand written journaling) and your first Artist Date (a solo expedition of fun) today.

Orientation: Finding Your Tribe

Our next big date is Sunday, March 8th at 4:00 PM PT. This is our Orientation and “Room Claiming” day on Zoom.

• For Paying Subscribers: We will get together to find our “Tribe of Four”. You will stake your claim for your permanent breakout room number that will be your creative home base for the next 12 weeks.

• For Free Subscribers: Reach out to a few friends or other members here on Time Has Come to find your tribe. You can meet online using Brave Talk. It’s free and has no time limits for groups of four.

The Weekly Rhythm (Starting March 15th)

Every Sunday from 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM PT, we will have our weekly meetings.

1. The Landing (10 Mins): We ground ourselves as one large tribe with a brief check-in and inspiration.

2. The Cluster Deep-Dive (70 Mins): You head to your breakout room to share your process (Not your Morning Pages!) and witness each other’s experiences with their weekly tasks.

3. The Closing (10 Mins): We return to share any Synchronicities. Those surprising and beautiful coincidences that happen when we open ourselves up to life.

A Mental Health Reminder

Creative recovery is deep work. If the exercises feel overwhelming, step back and seek professional guidance. Your safety is more important than completing the work.

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The Key to the Studio: If you haven’t yet, please complete your one-time Zoom Registration by clicking the button below!

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If you haven’t already grabbed your copy of the book, now is the time!

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The Kickoff

Tuesday, March 3rd at 4pm PT (Opening the Circle)

Time to start reading! I will be going live on TimeHasCome.com to answer questions and read some of the book with you. We will officially begin reading the book and adjusting our daily lives to the Morning Pages and weekly Artist Dates. You will have 12 days to get to the end of Week 1 in the book. After Week 1, you will have 7 days for each chapter.

I have scheduled our start to this journey with some extra time as I’m sure there will be a few last minute adventurers who want to catch up!

March 8th we have our first Zoom meeting to find our tribes!

The Orientation

Sunday, March 8th at 4pm PT (Room Claiming)

This is our Orientation and “Room Claiming” day on Zoom.

• For Paying Subscribers: We will gather live on Zoom to find our “Tribe of Four” and claim a permanent breakout room number for the 12-week journey. If you already have formed a group of four, great! If not, do not worry! We will handle any matchmaking live on the call.

• For Free Subscribers: Take this as your opportunity to find others here on Time Has Come to form your group. You can also form your own private group with those in your local community. Please ensure that you feel safe, supported and know the others you are going to embark on this journey with.

The Weekly Rhythm

Starting March 15th, we will host our 12 Sunday gatherings from (4:00 PM – 5:30 PM PT) and follow a consistent, three-part flow. This structure ensures that every voice is heard and that we stay focused on our creative recovery.

The Landing (10 Minutes)

We begin as one large tribe on Zoom. I will lead a brief “Check-In” to ground everyone, share a weekly inspiration, and provide the specific prompts for the day. This is where we “tune our instruments” before the deep work begins.

The Cluster Deep-Dive (70 Minutes)

You will move into your permanent Breakout Room with your tribe of four. Using our “Week-by-Week Guide,” your group will:

• The Check-In: Share your experience with the Morning Pages and your Artist Date (no Morning Pages sharing, just the process!).

• The Witnessing: Each person gets dedicated time (usually 10-12 minutes) to share their answers to the weekly tasks or their “Time Travel” archaeology.

• The Golden Rule: We listen with compassion. No one “fixes” or gives advice. We simply serve as “believing mirrors” for one another.

The Closing (10 Minutes)

We return to the Main Room to gather our insights. We’ll share “Synchronicities” those strange, beautiful coincidences that happen when we open up to the “Great Creator” and close the circle with a final blessing before the new week begins.

The Independent Path (Free Subscribers)

You are encouraged to walk the 12 weeks alongside us!

• Your Tribe: Form a group of four with your personal connections.

• The Tech: Meet in person or use Brave Talk for your meetings. It’s free, private, and has no time limits for groups of four.

Failsafes & Timezones

• What if I miss a Sunday? Your group is your anchor. Check in with your group of four via text or email. On March 8th we will give you time to exchange contact info so you can connect with your group should you need to miss a meeting.

• What if 4pm PT is impossible for me? If you are in a drastically different timezone (Europe, etc.), please see our upcoming Global Seekers Post to coordinate a “Satellite Cluster” that meets at a more practical time for your region.

A Note on Mental Health & Well-being

Creative recovery is a deep internal process that can often stir up strong emotions. While this journey is transformative, it is not a substitute for clinical therapy or medical intervention.

• Professional Support: If you have a history of mental health challenges, have been diagnosed with a clinical condition, or currently feel unstable, I strongly encourage you to consult with your healthcare provider or mental health professional before beginning this 12-week course.

• Self-Care: You are responsible for your own well-being. We encourage you to move through this process at a pace that feels safe for you.

• The “Stop” Rule: If at any point the exercises feel overwhelming or detrimental to your mental health, please honour your needs by stepping back and seeking professional guidance. Your safety is more important than “completing” the work.

The Key to the Studio: Zoom Registration

To join our live Sunday gatherings, all paying members must complete a one-time Zoom Registration.

• One-Time Setup: You only need to register once. After that, your unique link will work for our March 8th Orientation and all 12 Sunday sessions.

• The Digital Handshake: During registration, you’ll be asked to check a box agreeing to our Cluster Covenant and North Star Guidelines (No Fixing, No Gurus, Deep Listening). This is your formal “yes” to yourself and the group.

• Access: Once registered, you’ll receive a confirmation email with the meeting link and the option to add the dates to your calendar. Please save this email! It is your “backstage pass” for the entire journey.

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Hello Sovereign Creators and Members of Time Has Come,

We have done writing challenges before to support our members tapping into their own creative gifts at a deeper level. Now we are trying something entirely new.

We are embarking on a 12-week journey starting March 3rd to reclaim our creative power using The Artist’s Way as our map.

I have heard a ton of praise for Julia Cameron’s popular book but have never taken the time to go through the 12 week journey. Well that all changes March 3rd when we kick things off!

What is “The Artist’s Way”?

• A Spiritual Path: A deep internal process to uncover your creative thoughts and skills.

• A Tribal Gathering: We will meet as a “Creative Cluster”—a peer-run, egalitarian collective where we serve as “believing mirrors” for one another.

• A Path for Everyone: Whether you are a painter, a writer, or an entrepreneur, this is about deepening your intuition and creative self.

What it is not:

• Not a Class: There are no “gurus” or “certified” teachers here; we are all equal parts of the collective.

• Not a Fix: We are here to witness, not to control or “fix” one another.

The Call to Adventure: Order your copy of The Artist’s Way and pick up a new journal today. You can also purchase the official workbook although it is not required.

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From March 3rd to the 10th we will read the introduction and “Week 1: Recovering a Sense of Safety.” So if you have your book already you can read the introduction, if not you can read the intro and Week 1 starting on March 3rd.

In the future I will include the Registration Link for the Creative Cluster virtual meetings on Zoom. Stay Tuned!

The Artist’s Way is open to anyone who wants to participate. However the Zoom meetings are for paying members only. If you are a free subscriber you can still participate by finding 3 others to join you. Groups of four are ideal for your weekly meeting. Julia Cameron has expressed the importance of this process be available to anyone and everyone who’s interested. While I would love to open up the Zoom calls to everyone, there are unfortunately too many scammers or troublemakers who would ruin the experience for others. If you feel called to participate, please pick a copy of the book at your local library or order online.

The time has come to announce the start date for our upcoming creative journey.

We will be using “The Artist’s Way” by Julia Cameron as our map to unlock our creative flow and reconnect with our inner genius. This is a 12-week experience that I am personally very excited to partake in.

The Details:

Start Date: March 3rd, 2026.

What You Need: A copy of The Artist’s Way and a dedicated journal for your “Morning Pages”.

Who It’s For: Whether you are a writer, a painter, or someone looking to call more creativity into your life and work, this path is for you. Creativity is our meant for all of us.

We will meet in a “creative cluster,” supporting one another as we move through the 12-week process. More details and the specifics of our weekly gatherings will be announced soon!

For now, order your copy of the book and find a journal that feels like a sacred space for your thoughts!

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