Writing Group - Be Prepared and Grounded

Writing Group is led by Iris Craver:

2025 continues to throw some pretty hard punches. Expressive, creative writing is a proven way to soften the blows. This month, we will explore this question…”What if this current crisis is an invitation to deepen our spiritual selves?” Perhaps the way we address this situation, including how we relate to ourselves and each other in the process, is just as, if not more, important than the outcome. The theme for this month will be Gratitude, a universally embraced path for spiritual connectedness.  Please note. I do not equate spirituality with religion! Many confuse religion with spirituality, but they are not the same. We can have spiritual experiences in the context of organized religion, but for many, spirituality occurs outside of this — from experiencing awe in nature, deep meditative states, the locked-in feel of a creative pursuit, blissful moments with loved ones, etc. and…