Join us at 8:15am on Friday, December 15th at CreativeMornings Winnipeg to explore the global theme of Pain with our guest speaker Hannah Pratt. We are gathering at the beautiful Roundhouse Auditorium at RRC Polytech’s newest building Manitou a bi Bii Dazigae in the Exchange District.

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The Paradox of Pain: Transforming Struggles into Creative Potential

The most heartbreaking moments of our lives are when we experience grief, loss, and pain. 

In these struggles, it can feel impossible to imagine a world beyond them- never mind accepting that through them, we could find meaning, develop creativity, or transform into a more profound version of ourselves.

The journey through grief and pain is complex, with ‘Finding Meaning’ recognized as its crucial, final stage. In this sixth stage of healing, we can begin to evolve, transforming our pain into something unexpectedly powerful: creativity.

In this month’s talk, Hannah Pratt leads us through a discussion on the Paradox of Pain: Transforming Struggles into Creative Potential by sharing her experiences with grief and loss to find meaning and creative potential while healing.

From personal tragedy to mental health struggles to an award-winning career as a communicator, Hannah will share how pain has led to some of her life’s most profound and beautiful experiences. 

Together, we’ll work through this counterintuitive concept of pain as a conduit: what it teaches us, how we can heal through creative expression, and connect in a conversation about the heartbreakingly beautiful experience of being human.

Meet our Speaker: Hannah Pratt

Hannah Pratt is an award-winning communicator and strategy consultant, educator, speaker, community leader, host of the Yes You Can podcast, and Founder of the WPG Dress Collective. From leadership roles with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers to the University of Manitoba, Hannah has been a transformative force in launching campaigns that impact the world. As the owner of Hannah Rose PR, Hannah works with non-profit organizations, entrepreneurs, and small businesses to generate more money, create ground-breaking partnerships, and share their impact through PR and visibility strategies. Hannah holds a Master’s in Philanthropy & Nonprofit Leadership from Carleton University, a diploma in Creative Communications from Red River College Polytech, and a Bachelor of Arts from Canadian Mennonite University. She recently joined her alma mater (RRC Polytech) as a part-time instructor in the CreComm and Communication Management programs. Hannah is the recipient of the 2018 Manitoba Communicator of the Year Award and the 2019 Future Leaders of Manitoba in her age category. 

December CreativeMornings theme: PAIN

Our global theme for December is PAIN. It was chosen by our Lviv chapter and illustrated by Marta Koshulinska.  

Ouch! That hurts. Pain is a warning. And a lesson. It teaches us what we should avoid. And just how much we can bear. 

Muscles grow stronger after exercise tears the tiny fibers of muscle cells and the body repairs those damaged fibers. We know that physical wounds can heal with time and proper care. But we often ignore the fact that emotional pain can too. 

If you need a little relief from whatever pain you’re carrying, talk to someone, make something, or help someone else in need.