For grown-ups wanting to strengthen emotional ties with loved ones through authentic written expression.
Before We Dig In, Let's Talk About Who the Letter-Writing Project is Really for...
The Project is for you if:
- Your relationships matter.
- You crave stronger bonds with your people.
- You want to invest in deeper connections with your friends and family.
- You like the idea of creating lifelong keepsakes.
- You want guidance with expressing your emotions.
- You want to gain confidence in your writing skills.
- You benefit from outside motivation and accountability in your projects.
Letter-writing is an act of being alive in our lives.
Letter-writing is a lost art and a golden tool for our relationships (and personal wellness) that’s hidden in plain sight. We talk about net worth—assets, belongings, tangible owned things—but that’s not the whole story of what’s valuable. Emotions are intangible, but of supreme worth when it comes to life’s meaning.
The loving substance of our relationships is disappearing into the cloud.
In a world filled with quick texts and emails, we rarely print or save hard copies of expressed emotions. This project is a chance to embrace the lost art of letter-writing to create something concrete and lasting for both those who matter most and for yourself.
The Letter-Writing Project
Let's break it down.
HOW IT WORKS:
On the first Monday of each month, you will receive a SELF-PACED PACKET that includes THOUGHTFUL PROMPTS, GUIDANCE in the craft of letter-writing and inspired EXAMPLES. Each month will focus on a new letter recipient. Over the course of 12 months you will unlock meaningful connections in 12 directions through the simple act of letter-writing.
This project will give you TOOLS, COMFORT and CONFIDENCE to initiate stronger bonds with your people and transform memories and emotions into keepsakes of great worth.
Real, meaningful connection.
Highlights:
- a supportive letter-writing community
- strengthened emotional literacy and writing skills
- genuine safety in being vulnerable so that relationships can deepen
- monthly opportunities for entry into a letter-writing supply CARE PACKAGE lottery
- monthly opportunities to share & celebrate your writing
A Year-at-a-Glance of Letters
WHAT TO EXPECT:
Each month, leave it to Lindsay to get you reflecting on the story of your life so that you can thoughtfully choose each letter’s recipient and what you will say throughout your Year of Meaningful Connection Letter-Writing Project. But to gain a sense of where attention will be focused, check out a year-at-a-glance of letter recipients.
Examples of Letter Recipients:
- a childhood friend
- a role model
- a partner
- a sapling
- a ray of light
- a lightening bolt
- a supporting character
- a lead character
- one who deserves an apology
- one who deserves gratitude
- a magic-maker
- a fresh start
FAQs
CAN I ENROLL AT ANY TIME?
WHAT IF I'M NOT A CONFIDENT WRITER?
WHAT’S THE TIME COMMITMENT FOR THE PROJECT?
IS THERE A LIVE COMPONENT TO THE PROJECT?
I personally cannot wait to guide you through the YMCX Letter-Writing Project…
As a grown-up, I've realized that my closest relationships are the wealth of my life. And direct communication through letter-writing (in my opinion) is the most valuable currency in building, healing and strengthening relationships.
Back when I was in middle school, I discovered the power of letter-writing when I wrote to a beloved teacher who was dying (which is a big story for another time). Since then, I've adamantly believed in the power of letter-writing.
Our written words can ignite emotions, provide comfort, forge connection, heal pain and inspire hope. Memories are tricky—fading and changing with time—but words can be precisely preserved.
In addition to being a lifelong letter writer and natural empath, I'm also a former high school English teacher who's committed to the craft of writing (check out my Substack) and helping people write Forever Letters.
Should you choose to commit to the Year of Meaningful Connection Letter-Writing Project, I guarantee that your life and relationships will be uplifted, enhanced and deepened.
xo Lindsay
The Year of Meaningful Connections Letter-Writing Project is a series of digital product that will be received monthly (for 12 months) upon purchase and is therefore non-refundable.