The Napkin X CreativeMornings: Shape Your Thoughts Through Poetry

Join us August 16th at 12-1 EST 5-6 BST for a virtual field trip through CreativeMornings.

What if your art practice could strengthen your mind? Join The Napkin Poetry Review for a workshop that will teach you not only how to make poetry an accessible part of your everyday toolbox, but also how to use it to think more clearly and creatively. After some interactive questions to help you reflect on your cognitive and emotional goals, we’ll share the psychology and neuroscience behind how poetry enhances mental flexibility and rational processing.

We’ll then share case studies of great thinkers––from scientists to artists to business entrepreneurs––who have also used poetry to help achieve their aspirations.

Then it’s your turn to try: through a series of short, freestyle writing prompts, we will teach you some exercises that can break down fixed ideas to cultivate emotional intelligence, spontaneity, and unforeseen creative links you can carry into any sphere of life. Whether or not you’ve ever called yourself a poet, after this workshop you’ll have the resources to wield this art wherever you go.

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