Below is a calendar of classes (local and on-line), workshops, presentations, and other scheduled events, many of them free:
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April 2019
A Gentle Approach To Clearing Clutter: Self-Paced Version (☛ Click here for Details)
NOTE: THERE ARE NO OFFICIAL DATES FOR THIS COURSE: Register and begin the course any time; You set the time and pace but have access to written connection with Carolyn throughout the process for guidance, acknowledgement, and resources; The course is designed to take 1-2 months to complete; Work from anywhere you have an internet connection, taking advantage of both privacy and connection; Reap the benefits of both structure and flexibility, as the course guides you through a progression of…
Find out more »Adams Method – an 8-week online training through the Therapeutic Writing Institute
Kathleen Adams is considered a primary theorist in the field of journal therapy, along with Ira Progoff and James W. Pennebaker. You’ll read, discuss and write from two of her books: The Way of the Journal, and Scribing the Soul. CEUs Available. CJF/CJT/CAS Requirement Required Text: The Way of the Journal and Scribing the Soul by Kathleen Adams available through the TWI bookstore. This class is geared to those who are training to use journal therapy as part of their work. The processes shared can be applied…
Find out more »Author Event at Village Books: Clearing Clutter as a Sacred Act
This is my official book launch! Come join me as I share excerpts and illustrations from my new book. And get a signed copy while you're at it.
Find out more »Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship Women’s Retreat – “Letting Go”
The theme of the weekend retreat will be letting go and different aspects will be explored. I'll be presenting on the overall theme and then lead a break-out workshop on letting go of belongings. THIS EVENT IS FULL
Find out more »Clearing Clutter as a Sacred Act: 2-hour workshop in Bellingham, WA
This is a two-hour, small-group workshop for people who would like to work their way through the exercises suggested in my new book, Clearing Clutter as a Sacred Act. We'll focus on getting some momentum going as I lead you in trying out some of the suggested processes and help you troubleshoot anticipated challenges. I'll adapt the workshop to the participants who register. Participants who don't already have a copy of the book can purchase one at the workshop for $17.00,…
Find out more »May 2019
Clustering: A Flexible, Powerful, Journaling Process
This is a powerful journaling process that can reveal a lot of information in a brief period of time.
Find out more »June 2019
Clearing Clutter as a Sacred Act: 4-hour workshop in Duvall, WA – Cancelled
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED
Find out more »Clearing Space for Creative Expression – 2-hour workshop in Bellingham, WA
A creative and artful life requires dedicated space, time, and focus, all of which can be easily taken over by clutter. The piles of paper and supplies covering your surfaces, a jam-packed calendar, or a head full of too many ideas competing for your attention can all get in the way. Bringing inspirations to life also requires balancing structure and freedom, planning and spontaneity. We'll dive into this juicy territory with discussion, writing processes, and playful strategies. Only three spaces…
Find out more »Worship Service – Clearing Clutter as a Sacred Act
Clearing Clutter as a Sacred Act Life is always changing. Life’s transitions provide an opportunity to take a fresh look at what needs to be released to make room for what’s emerging. Carolyn (Carrie) Koehnline will share how shifting to a sacred stance can help when you get overwhelmed by the practical and emotional challenge of clearing clutter from your home, head, heart, and schedule.
Find out more »July 2019
FREE Author Event – Clearing Clutter as a Sacred Act – Third Place Books – Lake Forest Park
I'll be sharing readings, images, and even some songs from my new book. If you're anywhere in the Seattle area, please come and bring your friends. Signed copies of my book will be available.
Find out more »Cultivating Self-Compassion – THIS WORKSHOP IS NOW FULL
Self-compassion is about being as kind to yourself when you're having a hard time. It sounds simple, and it is. But there is so much that can get in the way.
Find out more »August 2019
Clearing Frustration Clutter
Frustration is part of the human experience. Even if you pride yourself on being calm, patient, compassionate, and cheerful, frustration will still visit you. You could stuff it and do harm to yourself. You could dump it on others and do harm to them and to your relationships. So what do you do? In this small-group workshop we'll practice writing processes and other strategies to help you move and release frustration safely, before it implodes or explodes. You'll learn ways…
Find out more »September 2019
Worship Service – South Frasier Unitarian Church – Clearing Clutter as a Sacred Act
Life is always changing. When you take a fresh look at what needs to be released and practice the art of letting go, you make some room for what's emerging. Clearing your clutter can provide a way to catch up to and make peace with life's changes. But this seemingly mundane and practical process can also prove unexpectedly challenging, stirring up profound questions of identity and mortality. Carolyn will share how shifting to a sacred stance can infuse your process…
Find out more »Free Author Event in Seattle for Clearing Clutter as a Sacred Act
Carolyn Koehnline will be sharing essays, poems, illustrations and songs from her new book, Clearing Clutter as a Sacred Act.
Find out more »October 2019
Worship Service – Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship – Clearing Clutter as a Sacred Act
Life is always changing. When you take a fresh look at what needs to be released and practice the art of letting go, you make some room for what's emerging. Clearing your clutter can provide a way to catch up to and make peace with life's changes. But this seemingly mundane and practical process can also prove unexpectedly challenging, stirring up profound questions of identity and mortality. Carolyn will share how shifting to a sacred stance can infuse your process…
Find out more »Worship Service: Glacier Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Kalispell, Montana
Life is always changing. When you take a fresh look at what needs to be released and practice the art of letting go, you make some room for what's emerging. Clearing your clutter can provide a way to catch up to and make peace with life's changes. But this seemingly mundane and practical process can also prove unexpectedly challenging, stirring up profound questions of identity and mortality. Carolyn will share how shifting to a sacred stance can infuse your process…
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