THE WORD CAVE
A VIRTUAL WRITING RETREAT
THE WORD CAVE is a virtual writing retreat. It’s time for you to focus on your creative work, in your space, wherever you are, with support and accountability.
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2023 DATES for US WORD CAVES:
2023 DATES for AU/NZ WORD CAVES:
COST: $400 USD (week-long CAVE is $600 USD)
What usually makes writing retreats successful is that the writer does indeed retreat from her regular life and its obligations. But that’s also what makes most writing retreats out of reach for many of us. The time away from family or work, the costs of airline tickets and childcare, all render a week or two or three on retreat nearly impossible – too expensive, too much time away. Enter THE WORD CAVE. You get to be on retreat while staying in your own home.
But that’s going to require some discipline on your part. When you register for THE WORD CAVE, I will send you a preparation packet that will help you get ready for your retreat. From clearing your calendar to staying off social media, from setting an intention to making sure you have nourishing food to eat while you write, I’ll show you what to do to make the most of your time in THE WORD CAVE.
And when you are in THE WORD CAVE, we will meet every morning for an hour of workshop. We’ll use Zoom, so you’ll get to see me and the other writers in THE WORD CAVE with you. I’ll lead you through 30-minutes of writing exercises tailored to your needs. And then we’ll spend 30-minutes setting our writing goals for the day, asking questions, sharing struggles, and talking about anything else that might help you with your creative work. We will also check in again in the evening to share how our writing time went that day – and to talk about how to help it go better the next day. These check-ins are for you. They are not required. They’re designed to connect you with other writers, to help keep you accountable, and to provide inspiration, craft advice, and encouragement.
At any point during THE WORD CAVE, you can schedule a one-on-one coaching session with me for an additional $200. Please contact me to schedule your solo session (sarah@sentilles.com) if this is something that would help support you during your retreat.
WHAT YOU GET:
Preparation instructions for how to make the most of your time in THE WORD CAVE that include suggestions for:
How to claim your space
How to clear your calendar
How to stay offline and off social media
How to set an intention
How to schedule your time
How to reclaim focus and attention for your own creative work
Two daily check-ins, one in the morning and one in the evening
Two daily writing workshops as part of the daily check-ins
Community of support and accountability
The option for a one-on-one coaching session with me at an additional cost ($200)