Writing to Relax

Name: Writing to Relax
Start: 2026-06-04T19:00:00-06:00
End: 2026-06-04T21:00:00-06:00
Location: 130 East Broadway Street, 59802

Schedule

Thu Jun 04 2026 at 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

130 East Broadway Street, 59802 | Missoula, MT

Learn to use creative writing as a mindfulness exercise.
Discover the therapeutic power of words as you use creative writing to relax and de-stress. Through gentle prompts, mindfulness exercises, and expressive writing techniques, you'll explore your inner thoughts and emotions in a supportive environment. No prior writing experience is needed—just bring an open mind and a desire to find peace through storytelling. This course is perfect for anyone wanting to cultivate mindfulness, reduce anxiety, and boost their well-being through the art of creative expression.
What to Expect:
We’ll arrive and after introductions set intentions and ground to a guided breathing exercise
Two brief lessons will each be followed by free write exercises - sharing is always optional
To close, we’ll ground again with final takeaways and encouragements
A calm, supportive, and non-judgmental environment
Short guided meditations to help you relax and focus
Simple, accessible writing exercises
No writing experience needed
Emphasis on process over perfection
Meet Mitchell
Mitchell Warnken, holds an MFA in creative writing from Queens University, and has been published both in print and online. He uses his passion for storytelling and mindfulness to instruct with The Lifelong Learning Center. He is also a meditation teacher on the Insight Timer app. When not in the classroom, he can be found hiking up a hill or burying his nose in a book.
Learn more and register: sacredally.love/events