The Journey inside you
Finding purpose, gratitude, and healing—one week at a time.
Discover how a simple weekly journaling practice can help you slow down, reflect, and step into your life with renewed purpose. This hands-on workshop, led by author and creator Carolyn Carleton, introduces the My Journey journaling method and the gentle power of putting pen to paper.
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Whether you attend on your own or as a Mother and Daughter pair, this experience offers a meaningful way to reconnect, reflect, and create space for healing and growth.
Workshops include:
Participants receive a guided, supportive experience designed to make journaling approachable and impactful::
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A My Journey Journal for each attendee
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Live teaching with Carolyn Carleton, sharing the heart and intention behind weekly journaling
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Hands-on writing exercises to help you discover how reflection, gratitude, and intention-setting can shift your daily perspective
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Practical tools for nurturing consistency in your journaling practice
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A safe and encouraging environment to explore personal growth and emotional wellness
Workshops typically run 60–90 minutes and can be tailored for small groups, community events, faith gatherings, or wellness-focused programming.
Benefits of the My Journey Workshop
This workshop will help you:
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Build a weekly habit of intention and gratitude
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Slow down and create mindful moments in the midst of a busy life
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Strengthen emotional resilience
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Learn to recognize growth, celebrate progress, and navigate challenges
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Gain clarity in your personal, spiritual, or creative journey
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Experience how journaling supports mental and emotional wellness
The My Journey method is simple, practical, and designed to fit into real life. You do not need to be a writer. Just come willing to explore and reflect.
Who These Workshops Are Created For
These sessions are designed for anyone seeking personal growth, emotional clarity, or a gentle pathway to healing. They are especially meaningful for:
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Women navigating transition, change, or overwhelm
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Beginners who have always wanted to journal but did not know where to start
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Teens and young adults developing confidence, purpose, and resilience
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Creative individuals looking for a weekly grounding practice
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Church or community groups wanting to support wellness and reflection
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Anyone looking for a fresh start or a renewed sense of direction
Mother and Daughter Workshop Option
A beautiful shared experience for women of all ages.
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This special workshop option invites mothers and daughters to sit side-by-side and explore journaling as a way to deepen connection, share stories, and build a legacy of reflection and gratitude. Each receives her own journal and guided practice, with moments created intentionally for conversation and bonding.
Perfect for teen girls and their mothers, young adults reconnecting with their roots, or adult daughters seeking a fresh, meaningful way to share time together.
Previous Journaling Workshops:
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Ovarian Cancer Canada - National Symposium - online
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Yellow Door Seniors group - Montreal, Quebec - ZOOM
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The Power of Being a Girl - Dove Canada - Prince Albert, SK
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Ladies event - Watrous, SK
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Mother / Daughter retreat - Camp Kadesh - Christopher Lake, SK
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various schools, community halls, women's groups throughout Saskatchewan
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several ZOOM workshops to women's group and individuals
How to book a My Journey journal workshop:
Hosting a My Journey Journal Workshop: The Journey Inside You is easy! Whether you're planning an in-person gathering, a virtual session via Zoom, or a group meeting in one location with a live virtual workshop, there's a flexible option to fit your needs.
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Step 1: Choose Your Workshop Format
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In-Person Workshop – Carolyn will travel to your location (travel fees may apply).
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Live Zoom Workshop – Perfect for individuals or groups joining from different locations.
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Virtual to Group Meeting – Your group gathers in one location while Carolyn leads the workshop live online.
Step 2: Select a Date & Time
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Workshops are typically 2-3 hours, but timing can be adjusted to fit your group’s needs.
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Daytime, evening, and weekend options are available.
Step 3: Order Journals for Participants
Each participant needs a My Journey Journal for the workshop.
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Special Group Discount: Get 15% off when ordering 10+ copies of the My Journey Journal.
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Journals can be shipped directly to the host or individual participants.
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Or journals can be purchased by participants on Amazon.
Step 4: Confirm Your Booking
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Contact Carolyn to discuss details and finalize your date.
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A deposit may be required to secure your spot.
Step 5: Promote & Prepare for Your Workshop
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Once booked, you'll receive a custom promo kit with images, sample text, and tips to invite your group.
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Carolyn will provide all workshop materials, including journals, guided exercises, and bonus resources.
Ready to Book?
Funding Opportunities
We are excited to share that non-profit organizations may be eligible to receive grant funding to host the My Journey Journal Workshop. Many community, health, and wellness grants support initiatives that promote mental health, resilience, and personal growth—making this workshop a perfect fit.
Funding can help cover registration fees, journals, and workshop materials, making it easier for your organization to bring this impactful experience to your staff, volunteers, or community members. If you’re interested, we can guide you toward potential funding opportunities and provide the information needed to include this workshop in your grant application. Together, we can make mental wellness more accessible to those who need it most.