What is Foster?
Foster cultivates a unique approach to writing that emphasizes community, consistency, and self-inquiry to help writers achieve more authentic creative expression. The platform provides structured environments where writers can explore their emotions and intuitions through guided practices.
Through weekly Writing Circles on Zoom, bi-annual in-person retreats, and ongoing community support via WhatsApp channels, Foster creates containers for writers to drop into embodied states of flow. The community includes writers of all skill levels, from beginners to published authors, who come together to practice, reflect, and grow in their craft.
Features
- Weekly Writing Circles: 90-minute guided sessions on Zoom incorporating meditation, somatic experiencing, and breathwork to help writers access flow states
- Bi-annual Retreats: In-person gatherings in various locations for deeper writing practice and community connection
- Community Support: Dedicated WhatsApp channels for ongoing discussion and resource sharing among members
- Professional Editing Access: Leverage editors within the Foster collective for feedback and editing services
- Structured Practice Approach: Combines community, consistency, and self-inquiry to facilitate authentic creative expression
Use Cases
- Developing a consistent writing practice
- Overcoming writer's block and accessing creative flow
- Exploring personal topics in a supportive environment
- Receiving feedback on writing projects
- Connecting with other writers for motivation and inspiration
- Participating in guided writing sessions with somatic techniques
- Attending writing retreats for immersive practice
FAQs
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What types of writing practices are included in the Writing Circles?
Writing Circles incorporate meditation, somatic experiencing, breathwork, and other modalities to help writers drop into embodied states of flow, followed by focused writing periods and optional sharing of written work. -
How often do the bi-annual retreats occur and what do they include?
Retreats happen twice yearly in different locations, combining writing practice with activities like yoga, sound healing, hiking, and other local excursions for a mix of practice and adventure. -
What level of writing experience is required to join Foster?
Foster welcomes writers of all levels, from complete beginners to published authors, with the community containing a diverse mix of hobbyists and professional writers. -
What communication channels are available for community support?
Members connect through dedicated WhatsApp channels for asynchronous discussion, resource sharing, and ongoing community engagement between scheduled sessions.
