Rest and Write: The Power of Creative Rest with Lisa Trank
Category: Event Calendar
Date and Time
- Tuesday, Oct 20, 2026 6:30pm - 8pm
Location
Butterscotch Studios
620 Kimbark St
Details
The creative journey shouldn't leave you running on empty. "Rest and Write" is a transformative workshop designed specifically for writers who love their craft but find the relentless pursuit of creativity exhausting. This session introduces participants to the restorative practices of Yoga Nidra and Karen Brody's groundbreaking work, The Rested Pathâ„¢. Moving away from the "hustle" and over productive mentality, we will use gentle, body-based guided meditation to calm the nervous system and release deep-seated physical and mental tension. By shifting the body from a state of stress to a state of ease, we clear the static and allow natural creativity to flow effortlessly. Key Takeaways for Participants: A nervous system reset through a deeply relaxing, guided Yoga Nidra practice. An introduction to The Rested Pathâ„¢ framework to help sustain creativity without burnout. Practical tools to transition from deep physical rest directly into fluid, unforced writing.