Spirit Writing – Fall 2024

ONLINE: Spirit Writing found me at a time in my life where I was looking for ritual in my creative life. While doing some academic research on Lucille Clifton, I came across information regarding her practice of “spirit writing.” It is called by other names: automatic writing, or somatic writing, but the important distinction was Clifton’s use of this type of writing in such a way that the spiritual and creative practices became one. I wanted to be able to use this in my own practice as being able to cultivate a writing practice that honored both my spirituality and creativity. In this workshop, people will learn about the process of Spirit Writing, how to engage with it, and how it can be used in the creative process. No prior experience required.

This class is suitable for all levels.

Samar Jade is a creative and ensoulment doula. Their writing centers on the exploration of their identity as a Black, queer, gender expansive and disabled human. Similarly, as an ensoulment doula they use psychic mediumship, cartomancy, astrology and somatic body work to help others hold the complexity of all that it means to be human in this world. Their first poetry chapbook, Blue Violet, is currently in progress, and slated to be complete in 2025.

CANCELLATION POLICY:

The Carnegie Center reserves the right to cancel a class if minimum enrollment is not met. It is best to register early to help our instructors prepare and to ensure the class does not get cancelled. We evaluate registration numbers 6–2 business days before a class starts to decide whether we can hold the class. Classes that do not meet minimum enrollment will be cancelled six–two business days prior to the first class meeting. All participants will be notified by email and will receive full refunds.