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đ Dear You, A Letter Writing Workshop
This event happened on Wed, Feb 1, 2023
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Overview
283 Lovely Attendees
283 Lovely Attendees
Your Host
Sonya Matejko
I write words and help people find them | Freelance writer | Part-time poet | Full-time wellness enthusiast | Soon-to-be published author | Founder of Nurtured Narratives at Nurtured Narratives.
Vienna, Austria
Sonya Matejko adores writing words and helping people find them(selves). As a writer, poet, author, and founder, she uses words to make people feel seen and heard (and does so using the Oxford comma). Her writing has appeared in The Atlantic, Forbes, Business Insider, HuffPost, Yoga Journal, and more. Her writing will soon appear on bookshelves with Everlasting Spring, her debut poetry collection (Yorkshire Publishing, January 21, 2025). Sonya is also the founder of Nurtured Narratives, a writing services company rooted in wellness, where she helps brands and female founders tell their stories (well). Follow her poetry @aforceofnurture or connect with Sonya at www.sonyamatejko.com.
About this FieldTrip
In a world of overflowing inboxes, unanswered texts, and TikToks, thereâs nothing quite like receiving a handwritten letter these days.
When you get a handwritten letter, you know that whoever gave it to you really took their time to write to you. And with time being so precious, getting this letter makes you feel seen and appreciated.
In this workshop, we will harness that feelingâand spread it far and wide.
Youâre invited to Dear You, a letter-writing workshop that welcomes you to express yourself to various people, places, and experiences in your life.
Whether youâre writing to a loved one or a place you love, this workshop will guide you in crafting a series of meaningful letters. (And it’s up to you whether you send or keep them!)
â¨WHAT TO EXPECT
âď¸ Over 60-minutes, you’ll also get tips on writing better letters, advice for how to get your feeling onto paper (even if a blank page feels intimidating), and get the opportunity to share with like-minded individuals. âď¸ Check-In: Weâll begin with writing down a few words about how weâre feelingâto be used later.
âď¸ The Art of Letter Writing: Why letter writing? What makes a good letter? And how do you write a good letter? Learn the basics about the art of letter writing.
âď¸ Writing Practice: Youâll be led through 3-4 different prompts thatâll help you write letters to various characters in your lifeâfrom loved ones to cities you once loved.
âď¸ Sharing: Weâll separate into optional breakout rooms where youâll have an opportunity to share one of your letters or share the most impactful letter youâve ever received. Sharing is completely optionalâbut highly encouraged!
đWhat To Know Before Hand
All you need to participate is a pen/pencil, a journal (or several pieces of paper), and curiosity for letting writing.â¤ď¸ This FieldTrip Includes Optional Breakout Rooms
Breakout rooms on FieldTrips are an opportunity to create meaningful connections with participants from around the world. If you do not feel like joining one for any reason, no worries! We’ll always make sure you have something to do introspectively in the main room.ABOUT YOUR HOST
Sonya Matejko is a writer who gets people talking about well-being. As the founder of Nurtured Narratives, she serves brands, publishers, and entrepreneurs who do well by their customers and have stories to tell. Since starting her company, Sonya has crafted content for influential brands, like Amex, Betterment, Eden Health, and MetLife, on everything from workplace well-being to mental well-being to financial well-being. Meanwhile, her editorial work has been featured in The Atlantic, Forbes, HuffPost, and MIT Sloan Management Review. When she’s not writing stories, Sonya is hosting writing workshops, publishing her poetry on Instagram (@aforceofnurture), or—plot twist—teaching yoga. And she does it all from all over the world. These days, you’ll find her working remotely in Vienna, Austria, but you can always find her at www.nurturednarratives.com to learn more.
EVENT TYPE
đ Creative Writing
đĽ â This FieldTrip Will Be Recorded
What to expect
Lecture format!
This is a more traditional format where participants absorb information through presentations and talks.
Real-time only!
This FieldTrip will not be recorded.
Your Host
Sonya Matejko
I write words and help people find them | Freelance writer | Part-time poet | Full-time wellness enthusiast | Soon-to-be published author | Founder of Nurtured Narratives at Nurtured Narratives.
Vienna, Austria
About Sonya Matejko
Sonya Matejko adores writing words and helping people find them(selves). As a writer, poet, author, and founder, she uses words to make people feel seen and heard (and does so using the Oxford comma). Her writing has appeared in The Atlantic, Forbes, Business Insider, HuffPost, Yoga Journal, and more. Her writing will soon appear on bookshelves with Everlasting Spring, her debut poetry collection (Yorkshire Publishing, January 21, 2025). Sonya is also the founder of Nurtured Narratives, a writing services company rooted in wellness, where she helps brands and female founders tell their stories (well). Follow her poetry @aforceofnurture or connect with Sonya at www.sonyamatejko.com.
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