Contact me at susan @ susanbarrtoman.com to bring a Mindful Writing workshop to your group or organization.

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Begin Again in 2026 with Mindful Writing

Start the New Year writing!

Fans of Numerology will tell you that 2026  (2+0+2+6=10, and 1+0=1) adds up to 1 and the number 1 is all about new beginnings. 2026 is a powerful symbol of the start of a new 9-year cycle.

Let’s begin this cycle together with a practice that brings calm to chaos and connects us to our creativity—Mindful Writing! Mindfulness meditation trains us to sit with our thoughts without judgment and with kindness. Writing requires the same ability.

We’ll focus on a mindfulness tool so important and helpful that I devote an entire chapter to it in my book, Breath by Breath: A Mindful Approach to Memoir Writing. Let’s Begin Again.

This is your opportunity to start or reboot a Mindful Writing practice and give yourself the gift of structured reflection and creativity. We’ll explore how we can begin again on the page and in our lives.

Whether you’re new to writing or an established writer, whether you are new to meditation or a seasoned meditator, join me Sunday, January 18, 2026 to begin the New Year with stillness and community. We’ll meet on Zoom to connect with our true creative self and others through meditation and NOW writing and share our experiences and words in a safe, fun, supportive environment.

We will be writing by hand (if possible), so please remember to bring pen and paper. No prior writing or meditation experience is required.

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Testimonials

I love Susan’s classes! I have gained a sound foundation in the combination of meditation and writing. Workshops afford a unique broadening of perspective as I glimpse bits of life through the stories my classmates choose to write and to share.

Susan effortlessly creates an inclusive and inspiring online classroom that feels like a weekly bit of normalcy and connection in this disaggregated time.

Amy L., Cherry Hill, NJ

Susan’s writing classes (I’ve enrolled in several) have been transformational. I hadn’t been able to write regularly or successfully for years, and Susan’s deep knowledge of literature–and her experience with both the craft of writing and the practical details of the publishing world–have been incredibly helpful and inspiring.  Thanks to her course, and the supportive community it has created, I now have a regular writing practice, and have even submitted some pieces for publication, with more planned for the future. This course is the highlight of my week despite a busy work schedule.

Catherine W., Haddon Township, NJ

I participated in my first 6-week personal essay workshop with Susan over a year ago, and haven’t stopped since! Susan creates a vibe in the group that fosters positive and constructive feedback, and I’ve come away from each session with improvements in my own writing and inspiration from my fellow writers, now friends. I highly recommend for anyone with a story to tell — which is everyone!

Jeanne M., Wayne, PA