We believe in the whole writing process, not just the finished product. We see writing as a tool for emotional well-being, self-discovery, self-expression and inspiration.

We focus on how writing can be used for emotional well-being and how to launch a successful career as a writer. Whether you love to journal or want to take your writing to the next level, this writing circle is for you.

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Life Writing: Journals & Memoirs

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  • January 28 at 12:00 PM, 11 Life Writers attended

    Journaling 101

    They rated it 5.00 5.002 (2 ratings)

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    It was a good experience. I learned a lot about myself and others as we had very intense and interesting discussions.

    —Chantal

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    I thoroughly enjoyed my first meeting with this group. ...

    —Linda Clarke

  • September 24, 2011 at 1:30 PM, 3 Life Writers attended

    Express Yourself
    This is your chance to express your writings, creativity, and ideas. Since this is the first meetup in the Fall, we will do a few writing exercises to get our creative... Learn more

  • June 25, 2011 at 12:00 PM, 3 Life Writers attended

    Writing in the Park

    They rated it 5.00 5.001 (1 ratings)

    This Meetup will take a free-from, meaning we will allow it to unfold according to whomever attends. I will bring some writing exercises and prompts, but please feel... Learn more

  • June 11, 2011 at 12:00 PM, 5 Life Writers attended

    Writing in the Park
    This Meetup will take a free-from, meaning we will allow it to unfold according to whomever attends. I will bring some writing exercises and prompts, but please feel... Learn more

  • May 28, 2011 at 12:00 PM, 6 Life Writers attended

    Writing in the Park
    This Meetup will take a free-from, meaning we will allow it to unfold according to whomever attends. I will bring some writing exercises and prompts, but please feel... Learn more
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  • Group Review
    Linda Clarke Linda Clarke wrote a group review
    February 3 at 7:48 PM
    Linda Clarke
    "I would highly recommend this meetup for anyone that wants to improve their writing skills. It is also great for personal development since many of the discussions are inner reflective."
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    Linda Clarke Linda Clarke attended Journaling 101
    February 3 at 7:48 PM
    Linda Clarke

    "I thoroughly enjoyed my first meeting with this group. The other members in attendance were all very knowledgeable and insightful and we enjoyed some great discussions!"

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  • New Rating
    Chantal Chantal attended Journaling 101
    January 30 at 11:08 AM
    Chantal

    "It was a good experience. I learned a lot about myself and others as we had very intense and interesting discussions."

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    Chantal Chantal commented on to meet in early september
    January 29 at 12:40 AM
    Chantal

    "Despite your Flat tire today. Four of us conducted the meeting following your instructions. We missed you but had a very nice meet-up; albeit somewhat depressing in the subject matter of "difficult times in our lives." Letty"

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  • New Discussion
    Chaundra Chaundra started Today's Meeting
    January 28 at 11:45 AM
    Chaundra

    "Hello all, I am so, so sorry, but I can't make it to the Meetup today; I'm out in Westmont and need to get a flat fixed...."

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    Diane Diane commented on Journaling 101
    January 27 at 10:53 AM
    Diane

    "I want to attend this put need to be downtown until noon. I hope to join you as soon as I can. The last one I signed up for was cancelled. This one I figure just getting there is good. Please tell me if that's a problem. Kind regards, Diane"

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  • New RSVP
    Chantal Chantal RSVPed Yes for Journaling 101
    January 22 at 12:29 PM
    Chantal
    Jan 28
    Journaling 101
    Saturday 12:00 PM
  • New RSVP
    Therese Therese RSVPed Yes for Journaling 101
    January 21 at 9:12 AM
    Therese
    Jan 28
    Journaling 101
    Saturday 12:00 PM
  • New Member
    Lydia Van den Broeck Lydia Van den Broeck joined
    January 16 at 5:04 PM
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    Brian Kutanovski Brian Kutanovski joined
    January 13 at 6:37 PM
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