I’ve been lucky to spend the past ten days out of the city, spending less time on my computer.
We’re renting a house on a lake in Maine and yesterday as I was swimming, a huge bird flew above me, circling and circling, flapping its enormous, graceful wings that seem to curve at the end like a dancers arms. The bird came closer and closer so that I could see its white head and tail—a Bald Eagle, right over me as I swam!
This emblem of America above me, circling. I remembered that I was in his or her home. That I was a visitor to his or her lake. That the eagle knows about looking for and finding what it wants and being itself.
But in America, there is so often an inherent contradiction in our identity– the discrepancy between the rhetoric and the reality, the hope and the despair that this country is for so many....
Read my piece and one of my favorite poems by Lucille Clifton and get some writing prompts at my most recent blog post:
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Turning by Lucille Clifton
I'm honored to be leading this event tonight: Police brutality, threats to democracy, covid—our world is full of very serious emergencies, and we are being called to urgent action in a number of ways. And amidst it all, the climate and ecological crisis continues.
After all, so many of these issues and their dire consequences stem from similar root causes, embedded in our current system that sees people as disposable, that sees nature as disposable. But we are at a time of cultural shift—and we can be part of systemic change. The Black Lives Matter movement has reminded us of the power of our collective voice to make connections and call for change.
We must break the spiral of silence and speak out for the changes that we need. This evening will give you practical tools to have these conversations with friends and family and will give you time to practice in breakout rooms. Join us! Sign up for the zoom info below
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How to Talk About the Climate Crisis in These Urgent, Complicated Times
Extinction Rebellion Boston
June 18 at 2:00 PM ·
How to Talk About the Climate Crisis in These Urgent, Complicated Times — Practice Session and Webinar Presented by XR Boston and Nadia Colburn, PhD
TONIGHT (Thursday) at 7:30PM — Follow the link to sign up!
Join us online for an evening to practice talking about the climate and ecological crisis and in making connections between these related emergencies and the emerging solutions!
Police brutality, threats to democracy, COVID-19—our world is full of very serious emergencies, and we are being called to urgent action in a number of ways—and amidst it all, the climate and ecological crisis continues. After all, so many of these issues and their dire consequences stem from similar root causes embedded in our current system that sees people as disposable, that sees nature as disposable. But we are at a time of cultural shift—and we can be part of systemic change.
Extinction Rebellion Boston
June 18 at 2:00 PM ·
How to Talk About the Climate Crisis in These Urgent, Complicated Times — Practice Session and Webinar Presented by XR Boston and Nadia Colburn, PhD
TONIGHT (Thursday) at 7:30PM — Follow the link to sign up!
Join us online for an evening to practice talking about the climate and ecological crisis and in making connections between these related emergencies and the emerging solutions!
Police brutality, threats to democracy, COVID-19—our world is full of very serious emergencies, and we are being called to urgent action in a number of ways—and amidst it all, the climate and ecological crisis continues. After all, so many of these issues and their dire consequences stem from similar root causes embedded in our current system that sees people as disposable, that sees nature as disposable. But we are at a time of cultural shift—and we can be part of systemic change.
At this difficult, pivotal time, take just 15 minutes a day to center and write. 🌸Join the FREE meditation and writing challenge, June 15-June 22🌸 Each day I'll send out a recording with a guided meditation, inspiring writing, a writing prompt, and supported writing time. This is designed for writers of any level, from complete beginners to professional writers, and working in any genre. Just 15 minutes can revitalize your relationship with your writing--and yourself. I'd love to see you there and in the private facebook group for support, inspiration, community and more. 🙏✍️🌞https://nadiacolburn.ck.page/2654d0e0c9
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Free Mindful Writing Challenge/Nadia Colburn PhD
Extinction Rebellion Boston updated their status.
May 31 at 8:30 AM ·
Extinction Rebellion MA stands in solidarity with all those oppressed by racially motivated and state-sanctioned violence.
The brutal death of George Floyd at the hands of police officers, the deaths of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and Atatiana Jefferson, are only the most recent high-profile examples of the existential threat that white supremacy poses to Black Americans.
In accordance with XR’s principles and demands we are committed to building a more just culture that truly protects and values the lives of Black people, Indigenous people, and those in marginalized communities.
The struggle for a more just world includes reparations, anti-racism work on the part of those who benefit from white privilege, and advocating for the repair of the cross-generational and ongoing injustices perpetrated against people of color.
XR MA affirms our commitment to the nonviolent struggle to end white supremacy. #Solidarity
Extinction Rebellion MA stands in solidarity with all those oppressed by racially motivated and state-sanctioned violence.
The brutal death of George Floyd at the hands of police officers, the deaths of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and Atatiana Jefferson, are only the most recent high-profile examples of the existential threat that white supremacy poses to Black Americans.
In accordance with XR’s principles and demands we are committed to building a more just culture that truly protects and values the lives of Black people, Indigenous people, and those in marginalized communities.
The struggle for a more just world includes reparations, anti-racism work on the part of those who benefit from white privilege, and advocating for the repair of the cross-generational and ongoing injustices perpetrated against people of color.
XR MA affirms our commitment to the nonviolent struggle to end white supremacy. #Solidarity
🌞Join me for a FREE five-day mindful writing challenge!
June 15-June 22nd
Each day, be guided by a 15 minute recording with:
🌸a short guided meditation
🌸 a poem
🌸a writing prompt
🌸supported writing time
In these unusual times, give yourself the supports you need to center and come into your authentic creative voice.
You'll be amazed by how much writing you can do in a short time with the right supports!
15 minutes can jumpstart your writing and transform your whole day!
https://nadiacolburn.ck.page/c515b40c98
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Free Mindful Writing Challenge/Nadia Colburn PhD
Join me tonight at 7pm (eastern) for a poetry reading. Though we're sheltering in place during this pandemic, poetry is a powerful way to feel more expansive and free...I'll be reading from my new book, reading new poems, answering questions, and leading a short writing prompt. And poets Rocky Delaplaine and Don Ilich will also be giving short readings, too. It will be a fun evening--I'd love to see you there. Sign up for free for the log in information below. https://www.crowdcast.io/e/nadia_colburn/register?fbclid=IwAR0wwxG-txZju8SpemzPF7mwklHJBm6geg2lb-5jFsjpbbB4mi-8CuKRFWY
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his Thanksgiving Address, that I first read in Robin Wall Kimmerer's amazing book Braiding Sweetgrass, inspires me so I wanted to share it here :)
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The Inspiring Power of the Haudenosaunee Thanksgiving Address | Nadia Colburn
A poem for today and for every day! And some free writing prompts
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I, Too, Sing America | Nadia Colburn
Start 2021 with an aligned writing practice to free your creative voice. Join the FREE 5-day mindful writing challenge to write from a more centered, authentic, and powerful place. Each day, I'll send out a 15-minute recording with a guided meditation, a poem, a writing prompt, and supported writing time. This is for writers and meditators of all levels who want to give their creative life a boost. Whatever genre you're working in, you'll be amazed at how much writing you can do in just 15 minutes! https://nadiacolburn.com/online-mindful-writing-challenge-for-the-new-year/
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Mindful Writing Challenge
Thanks to Traci Skuce for the wonderful interview we had together about writing, mindfulness, and sticking with it.... It's now live on her summit and will be available through Sunday. Come on over and take a listen--and check out the other great interviews that are still available. Sign up to listen for free below :)
https://www.traciskuce.com/write-your-first-or-next-book-summit/
My friend, Traci Skuce, has brought together 20+ experts to help you guide you towards starting (and finishing) that book you’ve always wanted to write. I'm honored to be part of this wonderful group of writers. It's not too late to come on over and watch! My interview is this Friday but will be available through Sunday. But please check out the great other interviews, too! So much good information.
And it’s totally free. Sign up here: https://www.traciskuce.com/write-your-first-or-next-book-summit/
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Write Your First (or Next!) Book Summit - Traci Skuce - The Writing Journey
I think most of us are ready for a re-set. I know I am! Join me for a FREE all-new meditation and writing challenge. Get writing in an aligned way for 2021!✍ Each day I send out a recording with a guided meditation, a poem I love, a writing prompt, and 10 minutes of supported writing time. Just hit play when it fits your schedule!
🌿This is a beautiful way to go deep with your writing quickly--it's fast, and it's fun, and it's a great way to have new breakthroughs in your writing. When you center before you write, you can tap into more insights and more creative flow.
🌻I've created all new recordings for this new year to help us imagine the possibility of transformation. Join me! The challenge will be available from Monday, January 11-Tuesday January 19. I'd love to see you there!
Invite friends to join us! It's fun to do with friends and family members.
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Meditation and Writing Challenge for the new year
TUE, DEC 15, 2020
Free meditation mini course and challenge for writers and creatives
TUE, DEC 15, 2020
Free meditation mini course and challenge for writers and creatives
