Using creativity to break free from guilt, fear, and limitations
On January 29, 2025, Black mothers are invited to step into a space of vulnerability, creativity, and liberation at The Art of Letting Go workshop, hosted by Black Family Blueprint. Taking place at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in South Minneapolis, this transformative event blends meditative writing, poetic expression, and symbolic plate-smashing to create a unique experience of healing and empowerment.
A Journey of Self-Expression and Healing
At the heart of the workshop lies the belief that self-expression can be a powerful tool for healing. Participants will engage in a meditative writing exercise guided by prompts, where they’ll learn foundational poetic devices and techniques to process negative emotions. These words will become more than just ink on a page—they’ll serve as a reflection of pain, resilience, and hope.
From there, attendees will transfer their poetry onto glass plates using acrylic paint and Sharpies, turning their words into physical works of art. The workshop culminates with a cathartic plate-smashing exercise, symbolizing the release of limitations, fears, and guilt that have weighed them down.
Presented by Black Family Blueprint
This empowering experience is brought to life by Black Family Blueprint, a coaching and consulting group dedicated to uplifting historically Black families. The organization employs strategies to strengthen parenting, support intimate relationships, and increase collective social capital within the Black community.
Guided by a vision of liberation, Black Family Blueprint provides resources and experiences that equip Black families with tools to heal from intergenerational traumas, celebrate their ethnic identities, and build sustainable futures.
Meet Mujasi and Ayolanda Bandele
The workshop’s facilitators, Mujasi and Ayolanda Bandele, bring nearly two decades of personal and professional experience rooted in community engagement, family development, and Black liberation. Their shared journey of uncovering family history and healing from generational trauma fuels their passion for empowering Black families.
With expertise spanning early childhood education, public policy, and social action, the Bandeles have devoted their lives to creating solutions that sustain and uplift Black families. Through The Art of Letting Go and other initiatives, they offer tools and strategies to help the Black community heal and thrive.
Details
- Date: January 29, 2025
- Time: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
- Location: St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2742 15th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Black mothers seeking to reconnect with themselves, release their burdens, and reclaim their power are encouraged to attend. This workshop is more than an event; it’s a movement toward healing, liberation, and self-empowerment.
For more information, visit Black Family Blueprint’s website or contact their team.