Stanford Continuing Studies

"Begin Again: A Half-Day Mindfulness and Writing Retreat" Nov 7. , - , , / . Writing, paired with mindfulness practice, can bring us back to ourselves and connect us to others, even during the most challenging of times. By dropping into guided meditations and sharing our responses to creative writing prompts, we will build community while learning tools... to expand our capacity for mindfulness, compassion, and resilience. Learn more and enroll: https://stanford.io/2ImwtAv #creativewriting #mindfulness #resilience

The 17th annual A Company of Authors will be a virtual live event this year, on Saturday, Oct. 24, 1-5 pm PT! Hosted by Peter Stansky (Frances and Charles Field Professor of History, Emeritus, Stanford), the program showcases a group of distinguished Stanford authors and editors' recently published books. Drop in or spend the entire afternoon in the virtual company of these engaging writers. Free and open to the public. View event schedule and register: https://stanford.io/2SNunvz

NEW online course! "The Songwriting of The Beatles: The Experimental Sounds of Rubber Soul and Revolver" starts Oct. 31. In this four-day course, we will delve into The Beatles' career, development, and songwriting process through a deep-dive into two extraordinary albums that marked the end of their commercially driven era and a transition to a more experimental sound. Learn more and enroll: https://stanford.io/2SJ0bBJ

"Exploring Creative Mindfulness" starts October 19. Using a combination of lecture, creative projects, exercises, and discussion, this online course will teach you scientifically based ways to enjoy living in the now, feel more at peace, and reframe challenges to build resilience. Learn more and enroll: https://stanford.io/2ETAg6T #mindfulness #creativity #creativemindfulness

NEW online course "Stoicism: An Ancient Philosophy for Modern Times" starts Oct. 15! Originating more than 2,000 years ago, Stoicism is best known for its distinctive, practical teachings on pain and misfortune, which many today still believe can help us reduce anxiety and bring greater success and happiness. In this course, we’ll examine the ancient Stoics’ approach to ethics, logic, and physics; their views on freedom, emotions, and cosmopolitanism; and how Stoicism can be relevant to our own lives. Learn more and enroll: https://stanford.io/2GAX6AA #stoicism

This month, we are delighted to celebrate the recent publication of Continuing Studies instructor and best-selling author Caroline Leavitt’s twelfth novel, . Caroline generously gave us a short essay with a salient piece of advice for her fellow writers and students to "write about what haunts you." Read more on The Writer's Spotlight: https://stanford.io/2MFhYoa