Theme: How to Express Ourselves Through the Written Word & the Arts

What is this Theme About?

The dictionary defines “writing” as “letters” or characters that serve as visible signs of ideas, words, or symbols.  In this theme you will have an opportunity to bring out your inner muse through the written word which can sometimes be easier to express than speaking. 

This theme explores the power to express through writing down your ideas, emotions and thoughts through poetry, journaling and creative writing prompts.

Reflections

1. Who is one of your favorite authors? Why does their writing emotionally stir you?
   
   
2. If you could write a book, what would it be about?
   
   
3. How does poetry call you to action?

2023 Course Offerings

2023 CEI COURSES OFFERINGS:

• Poetry For Inspiration and Well-Being-John Smelcer 4/17/23
• TBD Writing Down the Bones-Katie Allen 9/11/23

CEI SELF-DIRECTED COURSES:

• Poetry Anthology

Our Global Reads

2023 Global Reads:

Past Global Reads:

• Billie Collins: A Special Global Read
• From Women to the World
• What Would Maisie Do?
• Voices in the Air

Recommended Resources

Mixed Media and Video

• Active Hope: Joanna Macy and Chris Johnstone
• Standing at the Edge: Roshi Joan Halifax
• Writing Down the Bones: Natalie Goldberg
  
• Films For the Planet

Websites:

https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poets/danez-smith

Books:

• Writing Down the Bones - Natalie Goldberg

Charter Sectors:

Arts, Religion, Interfaith and Spirituality, Charter Blog