Dear Wise One With the Story that Needs to be Written,

You have lived through it—

- unbelievable circumstances that could have broken you, but somehow caused you to find hope instead.

- complicated relationships that challenged you to your core and also taught you how to discover love in what is broken.  

- ‘truth-is-stranger-than-fiction’ moments that are funnier than any Saturday Night Live skit could ever be.

- being rendered an “outsider” because our culture didn’t see you and counted you out.

- feeling deeply connected to ancestors and the Earth and wanting to share the wisdom that flows to you so easily.

- the beauty and darkness of our sometimes messy lives and still you are in awe of how we evolve.

There are so many stories. Few (if any) are easy to write. But you absolutely can write them. 

The stories that hold our wound (and wonder!) also hold our remedy—and can become a remedy for others, too.

So how do you write your wisdom? How do you not simply put the events down in chronological order, but actually get to the heart of the story? 

These are the questions that I usually hear: Where do I begin? How much do I say? Can I actually say it? Why do I keep writing everything except what I actually mean to say?

Here’s the truth: the terrain of Personal Narrative is much broader, more layered and more integral to our work than we expect when we begin. Our story often lives just beyond familiar territory and we are called to venture to unexpected places. 

I have been to these places many times with many writers and writers always return with story gold. 

I created Mining for Gold to help you to unearth your hidden narratives and get to the heart of your story faster, more directly and with greater clarity–and experience transformation in the process.

And as for that last niggling question about whether the world needs to hear your story? The answer is a definitive YES!

We are living in a time of unprecedented change when the stories we have believed to be true about identity and whose stories matter are undergoing radical revision.

Each of us has a role to play in shaping the evolving narrative of our times. So whether you consider yourself a writer or simply someone with gems to share, the world  needs your story—now.  

Are you ready to (finally!) write your story and work with me as your guide?

If so, I can’t wait to see you in class!


Yours in Alchemy,

Kristin

Mine your gold.

Join this 5-week writing workshop to unearth your hidden narratives, get to the heart of the story and craft your essay or memoir.

Writers of all ages and levels welcome.

DATES: Oct 26 + Nov 2, 9, 16 & 30, 2022

TIME: 4-6 pm PST/ 7-9 pm EST

COST: $297 USD

Dig deep into personal narrative. Prepare to excavate familiar stories to unearth unexpected perspectives and generate valuable material for your memoir, personal essay or work of literary non-fiction.

Explore the nature of the narrator. Discover how creativity exercises and mindful awareness practice helps you to see old stories with new eyes. Learn how to use narrative arcs to snap your story into shape. And read your work aloud in class if you are so inspired.

Course includes:
  • Five 2-hour Live Classes with Kristin Kaye
  • Q+A Sessions built into each class
  • Private online community
  • Recordings of all class sessions so you can rewatch
  • BONUS: downloadable guided writing meditation
  • BONUS: .pdf with Tips for How to Have a Good Writing Day
  • BONUS: .pdf planning documents for writing your essay or book

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You will learn:

  • The 5 Narratives that inform every moment and how to choose which Narrative Threads to weave into your story.

  • Meditation, mindful awareness and creativity exercises that help you to work with obstacles and tap into the wisdom that gives you courage.

  • The anatomy of life-changing moments—and stories—and how to commit them to the page.

  • The Structure of Story that will help to snap your story into shape.

  • How to draft a working outline that will keep you writing after class is over.

Praise for working with Kristin

Tressa, Oregon
Keynote SpeakerI don't usually buy online courses, but there's much more here than just a course. I not only learned the tools, accountability and confidence to finally make becoming an author a reality, but it changed how I hold my power and the way I see writing. 



Sibyl, California
 Chief Business Officer, B2C, Sounds True PublishingKristin will help you to write your book or anything you are working on. But maybe even more important—she will help you to find your purpose, understand why you're here and empower you to live your truth. 




Carolyn, Vancouver BC
Meditation, Yoga & Breathwork GuideKristin's guidance is poignant and helpful in a mindful language that I never knew would be available in this kind of setting. Different techniques and tips are delivered in such a powerful way that helps connect to one's deeper truth and story.

Course Curriculum

    1. Welcome! COURSE OVERVIEW and IMPORTANT DETAILS

    1. Who is Writing?: Accessing, Differentiating and Constructing the Narrator

    2. Limited Perception, Mindful Awareness and How to 'See' the Bigger Story

    3. How to create a thriving writing practice

    1. Flying Over Your Life to Unearth Hidden Narratives

    2. Time as a Vantage Point

    3. Mythic Perspective and Our Evolving Narrative

    1. Flying Over Your Life, Part 2

    2. Threshold Moments and What Propels a Life–and Story–Forward

    3. The Anatomy of Threshold Moments

    1. What Makes a Story?

    2. The Simple Structure to Get Yourself Writing

    3. How to Draft a Working Outline

    1. Share Your Pages, Get Feedback and Celebrate with the Alchemists Writing Community!

About this course

  • $297.00
  • Five 2-Hour LIVE Classes
  • Q+ A Sessions
  • Private online community for Mining for Gold writers

What writers have to say...

Karen, Arizona 
Retired Senior Chief, US NavyI couldn't have asked for a better experience. Kristin has a real gift for guiding aspiring writers. Her positivity and intuitive ability have taken me to such a different place than I originally had in mind. I'm grateful for all of it.



Kristin, an award winning author and writing coach, Rozanne, NYC
James Beard award-winning chef, food writer & cookbook authorembraces the whole of you, to manifest the stories and glories within, and gets you ready to share them with the world.  


Hi! I’m Kristin Kaye!

Writer. Mother. Lover of alliteration. Meditator. Tree Dreamer. Alchemist.

I hold an MA/MFA in creative writing and am an award-winning author, ghostwriter and writing coach. I have written two of my own critically-acclaimed books and five books for others, which have landed literary agents and endorsements from internally-renowned spiritual leaders, business executives and authors.

Many of my ghostwriting clients are spiritual teachers and I have written on topics ranging from Tibetan Buddhism to Integral theory. The research, writing and practice required to write those books has made me well-versed in timeless wisdom and modern approaches to working with consciousness.

I am also a meditation teacher. And when my life as a ghostwriter combined with insights gained from teaching meditation, I gained intimate access to our oh-so-human stories. This is what Story Alchemy helps writers deliver to the page. It's been a privilege to share this work in workshops and events at schools, colleges and organizations across the U.S. (Photo by Margot Duane)
Kristin Kaye

What you receive in Mining for Gold

  1. Five 2-hour Live Classes with award-winning author  Kristin Kaye
  2. Q+A Sessions for your craft, process + publishing questions 
  3. Private online community 
  4. Recordings of all class sessions
  5. BONUS: Downloadable guided writing meditation 
  6. BONUS: .pdf with Tips for How to Have a Good Writing Day 
  7. BONUS: .pdf planning documents for writing your essay or book

New Class Coming Winter 2023

FAQ

  • Where is the workshop hosted?

    Mining for Gold is hosted on Thinkific, an online learning platform that can host live Zoom workshops, downloads, conversations, chats - everything we need to collaborate and support each other. If you’ve taken other Alchemy courses, you’ve used the Thinkific platform.

  • I’m not sure if I’m a “real” enough writer to participate.

    Mining for Gold is valuable for any writer working on a personal essay, memoir or creative nonfiction.

    Mining for Gold is equally valuable for journal writers, the writing-curious and anyone interested in rewriting the personal beliefs and stories that feel limiting, out-of-date and in need of new insights and endings.

  • What is your cancellation policy?

    If you feel like you made the wrong decision or are unsatisfied for any reason, I’ll refund your payment within the first 7 days of purchase. Simply reach out and I will give you a full refund, no questions asked.

  • How much time will I need to give to Mining for Gold?

    Aside from class, I recommend that you put aside time for 30-minute sessions at least 4 days a week during the space of the workshop. This will give you a good foundation to work from. We will talk more in class about how to create a writing practice, but I'll share one thing now: consistency is key.

  • Additional questions? Reach out!

    Feel free to reach out to me at kristin @ kayestudios dot com.

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