When world renowned Buddhist writer Stephen Batchelor turned sixty, he took a sabbatical from his teaching and turned his attention to solitude, a practice integral to the meditative traditions he has long studied and taught. He aimed to venture more deeply into solitude, discovering its full extent and depth. 

When world renowned Buddhist writer Stephen Batchelor turned sixty, he took a sabbatical from his teaching and turned his attention to solitude, a practice integral to the meditative traditions he has long studied and taught. He aimed to venture more deeply into solitude, discovering its full extent and depth. 

A nurturing all-levels workshop designed to reconnect you with your creative flow. Led by Jorden, this experience weaves together accessible therapeutic yoga to balance body and mind, gentle practices to clear creative blockages, and guided meditative doodling (zentangle) with simple, supportive instruction. Materials are provided, though you’re welcome to bring your favorite pens or sketchbook.

Whether you cook, teach, write, paint, or simply feel the pull to make something, this workshop offers an accessible toolkit to help you rediscover and trust your creative voice. Expect to clear mental fog, soften inner resistance, and spark fresh inspiration.

Held under the energy of August’s Sturgeon Moon, a time associated with abundance, resilience, and honoring what has come to fruition, this workshop invites you to pause and reconnect with your inner creative rhythms. Together, we’ll create space for clarity, intuition, and renewed inspiration while honoring what is ready to be expressed.

We’ll close with traditionally restorative poses and Yoga Nidra to help integrate the experience, leaving you grounded, replenished, and gently inspired for whatever you’re creating next.