CREATIVE COACHING AND COMMUNITY BUILDING
My workshops combine the practical insights of a writing workshop along with the radical acceptance and emotional communion of a support group.
You don’t have to think of yourself as a ‘good’ writer to benefit from the self-discovery and personal growth that come from having a committed writing practice. At our core, we’re all creative beings who crave inspiration and outlets to express ourselves. Writing allows us to cultivate an intimate place where we can be whole, and with the world constantly asking us to cut away parts of ourselves, wholeness is something we consciously need to nurture.
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“Thanks to GG's gentle facilitation and strong core of integrity as well as the wonderful and passionate group of women who were part of the intensive, I have come away invigorated by a sense of immense possibility and openness to my own well of creativity." — Sri Padmanabhan, workshop participant
SELF-DISCOVERY AND STORYTELLING
In The Art of Slow Writing, Louise Desalvo says, “I believe that it’s essential for us to understand the creative process and the stages of the process so that we can work with it, rather than against it."
Research has shown that creative well-being is influenced by our mental, emotional, physical, social, and spiritual well-being. It’s all connected.
In my workshops, I present a holistic view of the creative process that includes self-discovery work, journaling techniques, self-care strategies, idea generation tools, and storytelling methods.
If you’d like to discuss a custom workshop for your group or organization, please visit my business workshop page.
TANGIBLE INSTRUCTION AROUND HEART-CENTERED WORK
“Working with GG as a facilitator is a joy and I always leave with my own gems from her in the process. She comes fully prepared with a well thought out plan of action to aid writers along their journey in whatever topic or theme she’s approaching at the moment. Most recently, she taught a Masterclass for us on “Building an Authentic Brand as a Writer,” and she has an innate ability to give tangible instruction around heart-centered work which is a dynamic ability.”
— Ashley M. Coleman, Founder of Permission to Write
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“GG Renee Hill was very motivating and engaging for my mindful practice participants. The transparency of her mindfulness journey and transformation instantly created a therapeutic alliance with the audience. Many participants provided feedback on how much they loved GG's guest lecture and are incorporating mindful gratitude journaling in their daily routines in efforts to achieve emotional harmony and stress reduction. Thank you for offering your wisdom to help so many in need of emotional wellness.”
— Dr. Jendayi Gantt, CNM, PMHNP-BC, Frontier Nursing University
VIRTUAL AND STILL IMPACTFUL
All workshops are virtual for now, and still we cultivate an atmosphere that is intimate and impactful.
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“The online video format is such a good idea; everyone can be comfortable at home and still participate effectively. I was struck by some of the common themes in what we were all sharing and by the fact that we would all treat those commonalities so differently in our own individual stories. It reinforced that there is space and audience for all of our stories and that there is value in what we have to share. It also showed the necessity of community among writers - we were able to draw inspiration from each other and see more clearly where we might find our particular fit.
GG has a unique gift for responding meaningfully to what everyone is sharing and making seamless connections among people who have never met before and who have lived completely different lives. It's pretty amazing and, surprisingly, a safe space, and I felt heard and lifted and encouraged.”
— Lisa Harris, workshop participant
MY WORKSHOPS ARE IDEAL FOR YOU IF:
You want to learn how to make writing a bigger part of your self-care practice and personal development plan.
You have stories and experiences that you want to explore through writing and share in a safe space.
You want to grow in self-awareness and confidence as you debunk limiting beliefs and discover personal truths.
You want to connect with other creatives who are interested in self-discovery, creativity, and storytelling.
You want inspiration, guidance, and fuel for your writing practice.
(If you are looking for more personal, consultative creative coaching you can learn more about the Reclaim coaching program.)
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“Taking a workshop with GG is witnessing a master facilitator. GG is an expert at bringing all the participants gently into the group and holding space for whatever comes up. I felt a deep connection to the other women in the group and was able to rewrite some of the old stories I've been telling myself. Participating in a workshop with GG is transformative!”
— Rachel Nusbaum, Orchid Story founder and workshop participant
