wisdom within, ink

joanna

I am a writer.

My response to life is to write it. I have words bumping around in my head which tumble out in my journal, blog and personal narrative essays. I am proud to say I am a regular contributor to Mama Says and have been published in the Rutland Herald. I also write journaling how-to articles at Examiner.com.

I was born and raised in England, so please forgive any strange spellings or turn of phrase and blame it either on my early British education or my later American one.

I have been writing a personal journal for over 20 years and now teach others how to find healing, creativity, and authenticity through journal writing. After awakening in the night knowing I must do what I love, I began teaching a self-designed journal workshop in 2005 (whose debut was thwarted by a little hurricane named Katrina). I then discovered the Center of Journal Therapy through which I am now a certified instructor. As such I run workshops and informal writing groups in the Rutland, Vermont area.

I am a mom.

When I’m not scraping peanut butter off the walls or changing wet feety pajamas at 2AM, I am writing about it. Children are a source of great material which sometimes just begs to be used (which I’m sure they will appreciate when they are teenagers).

Little Lady: 7-yr old, artistic, gifted, imaginative, energetic, sensitive little princess.

Tator Tot: 3-yr old, laugh-a-minute, smart, know-no-fear little man.

I am a wife.

Hubby’s not off limits either, but he tends to be a little sensitive to my “humor” so you won’t find him here very often.

Hubby: My partner and biggest supporter of my dreams for ten years.

I am an artist.

I am a creative spirit and have expressed myself in various mediums over the years. Pencil portraits, graphic design, logo design, sewing, and whatever other fancy strikes me. I create cozy environments in my home (but then don’t dust them).

I am…

wisdom within, ink

Wisdom Within, Ink is the result of following my heart. The personal authenticity journey that began with Julia Cameron’s ‘Morning Pages’ from The Artist’s Way became a belief in everyone’s inner wisdom, creativity, and ability to heal through writing. I also believe writing can help you make your ideal future happen. What began as natural urge to write has become my life. Wisdom Within, Ink is an umbrella under which I write for me, write for you, and teach you to write for you.

See the Journal Workshops Offered tab for my brochure and a schedule of workshops in the Rutland, VT area. I am also available to present journaling workshops (of any length from 2 hours to weekend intensives) for various populations, including support groups, educators, business-owners, health and public safety providers, and at-risk groups. The diverse writing techniques lend themselves to most age and ability groups and personalities, and work well for staff retreats or wellness seminars.

Please contact me for more information: joanna @ wisdomwithinink (dot) com.

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