Discover fresh inspiration from reading and writing, and make new connections with colleagues, by participating in the Center for the Advancement of Well-Being’s Writing for Well-Being groups.
Fall 2026 Groups
The fall 2026 Writing for Well-Being groups give participants a chance to explore wonder and delight through reading, conversation, and journaling in response to Ross Gay’s The Book of Delights.
Synchronous virtual sessions have already started.
You can register now for synchronous in-person sessions from 12 noon to 1 p.m. on the Fairfax campus (location to be sent after registration) on October 8, 15, 22, and 29:
Register on Mason 360 for the fall in-person group
This is intended for participants interested in reading, writing, and sharing with others. Participants do NOT need to have an active journaling practice.
Learn more about the well-being benefits of journaling in these Thriving Together Series articles:
- “Journaling for Well-Being”
- “The Mental Health Benefits of Journaling”
- “Mindful Writing for Well-Being”
Our center will provide participants with a copy of the book for each group.
Past Writing for Well-Being Group Books
- The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life by Suleika Jaouad
- Unlocking the Heart: Writing for Mindfulness, Courage, and Self-Compassion by James Crews