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What happens when you channel your writing from a clear mind?
In this small, in-person workshop, Zen Master Sebastian Rizzon guides you through meditation and writing techniques he developed through his own practice to help you write from a clear, focused mind.
In this immersive two-hour workshop, you’ll be guided through meditation and structured writing exercises designed to help you:
Break through creative blocks and overthinking
Write with clarity and focus
Access deeper, more authentic expression
Through a sequence of meditation and writing practices, you will:
Clear the mind using sound and breath meditation
Write directly from present-moment awareness
Explore sensory-based and descriptive writing
Engage with koan questions that open new perspectives
Experiment with dialogue, dream, and creative writing
Participate in a collaborative group writing exercise with others
You’ll leave with:
Several original pieces of writing created during the workshop
A repeatable method for accessing clarity and creativity
A deeper understanding of how meditation supports expression
This workshop is for:
Anyone who feels stuck, blocked, or unsure how to express themselves
Writers looking for a deeper, more experiential approach
People interested in meditation, creativity, or self-discovery
No prior writing or meditation experience is needed.
What to Bring: Please bring a notebook and pen.
This is a small, in-person workshop designed to create a focused and supportive environment.
Limited to a small group to maintain a focused, personal experience.
Finding Our Center in the Wild Energies
Hosted by Shaman & Zen Teacher Nadia Mounsif
In a world full of darkness, where the energies are so wild and untamed, we gather to find our center. Through the ancient wisdom of Shamanism and the stillness of Zen, we will connect to the unifying field that binds us all—practicing loving-kindness and devotion to the Earth and the entire cosmos.
🌸 April 1: The Pink Moon – Awakening Devotion
The Theme: Reconnecting with the blossoming Earth and the divine feminine.
The Focus: Planting seeds of compassion and harnessing the first full moon of spring to awaken our spiritual hearts.
Includes: Sacred ritual, collective chanting, and an individual 1-card reading.
💎 May 31: The Blue Moon – The Thinning Veil
The Theme: Navigating the rare "Double Moon" portal.
The Focus: In Shamanism, a Blue Moon signifies a thinning of the veil between the physical and spiritual realms. We will harness this heightened sensitivity to touch the vastness of the cosmos and connect with the unseen.
Special Element: Includes Deep Zen Meditation, chanting, and an individual 1-card reading.
🏹 Oct 26: The Hunter’s Moon – The Sacred Threshold
The Theme: Death, rebirth, and the art of letting go.
The Focus: Following the natural rhythm of the falling leaves, we honor the necessity of ending. We will practice the shamanic rites of releasing what no longer serves us, making space for the rebirth that follows every winter.
Includes: Death rites ritual, rebirth prayers, and an individual 1-card reading.
❄️ Dec 23: The Cold Moon – The Great Stillness
The Theme: Internal spiritual power and the light within the dark.
The Focus: Occurring just after the Winter Solstice, we harness the peak of winter's silence to anchor our inner light and devotion to the cosmos.
Includes: Solstice stillness practice, ritual participation, and an individual 1-card reading.
How to Participate
In-Person Attendance:
Join the circle for spiritual chanting, ritual participation, loving-kindness practice, and community connection.
Karmic exchange:
Single Ceremony: $40 (Inner Circle: $30 | Community Ambassadors: $20)
Full 2026 Journey (All 4 Ceremonies):
Standard: $144
Inner Circle Members: $111
Community Ambassadors: $77
If you are a community ambassador or an inner circle member, please reach out to us for the discount code.
Remote Participation (By Donation):
If you cannot be there in person, you may make a donation to have your name read and included in the sacred prayers during the ceremony. Following the ritual, you will receive your personal 1-card reading via email.
Minimum suggested donation: $20/ceremony.
A tactile practice in microcosm. Build your own desktop Zen garden to take home. This session explores the principles of Zen aesthetics—simplicity and naturalness—as a physical anchor for your home or office. All material will be provided.
June 20th | 3pm
The discipline of the single stroke. Practice the traditional art of Zen calligraphy, where the brush reveals the state of the mind. This is a workshop on absolute focus and the beauty of impermanence. All material will be provided. Go back home with your own beautiful artwork.
A community gathering focused on shared presence. No formal workshop—just a time for the "Mind Light" family to break bread, practice gratitude, and enjoy the simplicity of being together.
Nov 21 | 3pm
Past workshops
Embracing the silence of the dark. On the shortest day of the year, we turn inward. We will use the "economy of words" found in Zen poetry to reflect on the year past and the stillness of the season. We will use meditation and prompts to create beautiful haikus.
Dec 19 | 3pm
Stop looking for love. Be with the one who's been there since the beginning: Your inner child.
This Valentine’s season, the Mind Light Way School of Zen invites you to the most important "date" of your life: a homecoming to your younger self. We often look for healing in others, but true transformation begins when we make amends with the child we once were.
The Experience: This is a 2-hour immersive "Somato-Sensory" journey designed to bypass the logical mind and speak directly to the heart. We will use:
Oxygen & Vibration: A deep-clearing breathwork session followed by a resonant Crystal Bowl sound bath to melt away "adult armor."
The Intuitive Dialogue: A unique writing practice using your non-dominant hand to allow your inner child to finally speak and be heard, while your dominant hand will represent the adult self in a sacred conversation.
The Altar Building: Using a photo of your younger self, you will learn to curate a sacred space for daily self-remembrance.
What’s Included in your $40 Investment: Your ticket isn't just for the session—it includes a Self-Love Altar Starter Kit to put together during the workshop and take home, featuring:
✨ Rose Quartz: The stone of unconditional love.
✨ Wound-Healing Crystals: Specially selected stones to support emotional recovery.
✨ Ritual Candle: To light your path and anchor your intentions.
✨ Guided Prayer: A take-home mantra to keep the connection alive.
What to Bring: Please bring a photograph of yourself as a child (any age that feels significant to you) and an open heart.
Location: Mind Light Way School of Zen 86 Joy St, Studio 5R, Somerville, MA (Follow the scent of incense and the sound of the bowls to find us!)
Reserve your spot today. Space is limited to ensure an intimate, safe environment for all.
Feb 14 | 3pm-5pm
Important notes:
All workshops are held at the Mind Light Way School of Zen, 86 Joy St, Somerville MA Studio 5R.
Standard Workshops: $40-45 | Premium Workshops (): $60–$65 | Community Events: $25*
(*) Premium Workshops: These sessions involve specialized materials (such as calligraphy supplies or garden elements) or provide an intensified, deep-dive curriculum requiring additional preparation and resources.
2026: A Year of Clarity
Reserving your spot for our workshops has never been made easier! Browse through the list of workshops below and add/reserve as many as you’d like. Have a questions? Contact us.
Membership & Path
The Inner Circle ($40/month) The simplest way to commit to your practice.
$10 Discount on all Workshops.
And so much more. View the full list of being an Inner Circle member here.
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