Ink & Essence 2.0- 

 The  Enneagram Writing Atelier for Women who Stand Up & Show their Soul

A Call for Soul Deep Women-Uplifters, Wayshowers, Visionaries, Culture Shapers & Change Makers, Creatives and Space-Holders

With Corina Andronache

We begin on Saturday, April 5 @ 3 PM Central/9PM UK. We shall meet on Zoom every other Saturday for 90 minutes

Welcome to Ink & Essence 2.0a foundational writing atelier for women in service to humanity

Sisters of my heart, I am so excited to offer this Deep Soul writing atelier, bridging the Wisdom of the Enneagram with the Power of Wordsmithing. The sacred teaching of the Enneagram will take you straight into your Essence and with the Ink in your pen you will craft the true stories and metaphors you embody.

Please note that if you do not want to explore the Enneagram between sessions, you don’t have to. Just show up and explore the nine faces of your soul through wordsmithing your story and focusing on the way you dance with words as an expression of who you are. 

I offer this particular writing atelier to women in service to humanity because this is your time, Soul Deep Sisters. The Voice of the Feminine must be heard. Our becoming who we are meant to be is now a revolutionary act. An act of liberation from labels imposed on us. A sign of sovereignty and authenticity.

In order to stand up and show your soul, first you must have no doubt about who you are. Everything you want to do as a Medicine Woman, Messenger and Change Maker depends on knowing who you are in your heart of hearts.

In the wisdom of the Enneagram, there are nine faces of the soul. Nine faces of the psyche. Archetypes embedded in the being of all humans, yet there is one face, one Enneatype that you embody, becoming your unique lens through which you see yourself and the world.

This lens impacts everything in your life and work. The way you stand up and show your soul. The way you brand ourselves. The way you use words to inspire and instigate silence.

It is often lack of clarity about who you are that holds you back from showing your soul to the world.

This writing atelier is 6 months long for a reason. It is designed in such a way that after 6 months together you will know how to answer the question “Who am I?”

And once you know who you are, you will know your strength and what makes you unique, following your path as a Soul Deep Woman on Purpose with confidence and conviction.

From this point on, nothing will stand in your way. Because you now know who you are and what you came here to do.

 

If you see yourself in any of these statements, then the Ink & Essence 2.0 Writing Atelier is for you

You feel a deep block inside about who you are and how you can be of service with your gifts and talents. 

You have invested a significant amount of money in coaches, programs, and courses, but still you can’t answer with confidence the question “Who AM I?”

You acknowledge your writing ability, but struggle to find the right words to convey your purpose to the world.

Sharing the treasures discovered during your healing journey is a vital mission for you.

You’re constantly striving to align your actions and words with your true self, seeking authenticity in everything you do.

Sometimes you feel isolated or misunderstood by those around you who may not fully grasp the depth of your mission or the challenges you’ve overcome.

Deep down, you long to make a significant impact and leave a lasting legacy through your work.

Perfectionism often holds you back from trusting your truth and the way your pen inks on paper.

You enjoy writing as a path to self knowing and you want to explore yourself through the gifts of words. 

You are intrigued to discover your unique Soul Metaphor and how it can make a difference in creating your brand and content in accordance with the metaphors you embody and live by. 

You have heard about the Enneagram and you want to know your type and how to express your life and work in alignment with who you are.

You are ready to flip the script and tell your true story, not the stories your were told/made to tell.  

Writing is your Soul’s Language decoding the stories of your Being, Becoming & Belonging…

My Approach to Writing

I don’t know how to work on writing. I just write.

First, I investigate the substance of my soul.
I sit with my wounds and injuries and reject all labels and name calling.

I free myself of imposed social and cultural dogma.
I give myself permission to feel the depths of my emotions.
I enter through poetic crevices of my heart. Everything I encounter is ink in my pen.
I unfold.
I light myself on fire. I burn on the altar of creativity.
I remember who I am.

And then.
I begin to write.

Not to become better. But myself!

~Corina Andronache~

 

Why Do We Write?

Writing is a door to communicate with our deepest thoughts in a way that honors our path and experiences. These thoughts, these longings, our humanness and our ability to survive and thrive.

In its very soul, writing is a worshiping act, knelling down to our holy site and digging through layers of emotional sediment collecting dust for far too long. It is a time of reframing the hurt and the wounding.

A time to deconstruct and reconstruct.

We write to embody the storyteller dwelling within. We are made up of stories as the world at large is also made up stories. And writing together, we hope to create common stories that bind us together. Stories that help us make the soul of the world. Stories that awaken us to kindness, compassion and generosity of spirit.

Writing is an opportunity to integrate rather than reject hidden aspects of our stories. The stories that fear being exposed and discarded. Because nothing is to be castoff. Every story has wisdom to teach and guide up on our present path.

We write to practice acceptance in living and writing. We write to accept ourselves when we stare at the blank page and when we don’t know how to move forward when life becomes unbearable.

To celebrate freedom and liberation from restrictive patterns in life and writing. There is no need to rhyme in writing or life. To be messy on paper is as perfect as being messy in our inner world.

But, if you wish to create harmony and congruence in your world, writing and arranging words in a certain way will wire your nervous system in magical ways to help be more orderly within and without. This is needed when your soul pulls you to consciously aim towards a desired goal. 

Some stories are so sacred that you can only bow to them. Clean the bones and let them rest where they may, just like the sacred bones of the Dachau victims were allowed to rest were they laid for the past eight decades without being put in a museum.

These bones, these stories of shame and guilt are not to be discarded. They are remembering posts. Stories that tell where you were, but not where you’re going. These stories are memorials of the selves that lived with different values and beliefs that are now part of the past.

We also write to show respect to the parts of us that survived. These parts are to be honored, acknowledged and given their proper place in the archaeology of our souls.

We write to becoming more trusting. To love ourselves more. Not to become better. But to become ourselves. 

Why the Enneagram?

Imagine a room filled with mirrors, each reflecting a different aspect of your soul. These mirrors represent the nine faces of your soul, the many ways you can navigate through life. As you step closer to each reflection, you see a unique lens through which you can view the world, each one offering its own wisdom, strengths, and perspective.

You have access to these nine faces, but there is one dominant lens, one primary mirror, that shapes your perception more profoundly than the others based on your upbringing and the challenges you learned to overcome. This is your Enneagram type, the central narrative through which you interpret your experiences, make decisions, and offer your soul work to the world. Through writing and exploration, you will leave Ink & Essence Writing Atelier telling yourself the true stories aligned with your essence and calling, this way following your path powered with clarity and confidence to answer your calling.

Together, we will write from the perspective of the Virtuous Idealist, the Compassionate Heart, the Radiant Achiever, and all the other facets that reside within you. Each module will guide you to embrace these diverse lenses, deepening your understanding of yourself and your Soul Deep Medicine, thus telling yourself and the world the true story of who you are, breaking free from labels and name calling, standing in your power with all your might.

Prepare to embark on a transformative exploration along other Soul Deep Women, your pen becoming your compass, guiding you through the intricate and complex landscape of your soul. Within this context, the Enneagram is not only a psycho-spiritual teaching, but a teaching of liberation from the “boxes” we create for ourselves. Because in the end, it is awareness that opens the door to freedom and authenticity.  In my own experience, I have not come across a more profound wisdom that helped me to have the answer to the question “Who Am I?”

You will be held with such tenderness, love and inspired presence that you will leave this Soul Deep exploration empowered, ready and committed to bring your message to the world, to stand firm in your identity and truth and to become the Change Maker, Uplifter, Culture Shapers, Wayshower, and Creator you are meant to be.

To make an offer without feeling that you sell your soul, you must know yourself at the deepest level, your patterns and motivations, your medicine & message… your calling & purpose. It’s about knowing who you are, why you’re here and how you can serve guided by your unique genius, free of labels and false stories you were forced to embody. 

What we will explore in the 11 sessions of the Ink & Essence Writing Atelier

September 14: Introduction

“Who Am I?”

Discovering your Enneagram type is a gateway to understanding the unique facets of your personality. Throughout this course, you’ll delve into the intricacies of each of the nine types, gaining a deep understanding of their characteristics, tendencies, and distinguishing features. Uncover the specific qualities that define you and learn how they shape your worldview.

September 28: Virtuous Idealism-

“Inspiring Integrity”

Dive into the story of striving for perfection, idealism while upholding integrity. Explore how your pursuit of high standards and ethical living shapes your leadership and personal growth. Through writing, you will reflect on moments of clarity and the impact of your idealism on your personal and professional journey.

October 12: The Heart of Giving-

“Nurturing Connections”

Embrace the narrative of selfless giving and nurturing connections. Examine how your compassionate nature influences your relationships and leadership style. Writing exercises will help you articulate stories of empathy, support, and the profound effects of your generosity on those around you.

October 26: Achieving with Radiance-

“Shining with Authenticity”

Uncover the tale of ambition and authenticity. Reflect on your drive for success and the importance of staying true to yourself. Through writing, capture moments of achievement, the pursuit of goals, and the balance between ambition and authenticity that defines your path.

November 9: Soulful Dreaming-

“Creating Beauty”

Explore the story of embracing your unique identity and creating beauty in the world. Delve into the depths of your emotional landscape and express your individuality through creative writing. You will dip your pen in ink and share narratives that highlight your artistic vision and the beauty you share with the world.

 

November 23: Thinking Deeply-

“Illuminating Mysteries”

Journey through the narrative of seeking knowledge and unraveling mysteries. Reflect on your intellectual pursuits and the wisdom you gather along the way. The writing exercises will help you articulate stories of discovery, the quest for understanding, and the illumination of hidden truths.

December 7: Loyal Guardianship-

“Standing Strong”

Discover the story of loyalty and steadfastness. Examine how your commitment to building trust and providing stability shapes your interactions and leadership. Through writing, you will unfold your tales of reliability and the strength you offer to those who rely on you, knowing that you have the ability to lead with courage.

December 21: Joyful Exploration-

“Spreading Joy”

Embark on the narrative of adventure and joy. Reflect on your enthusiasm for new experiences and your ability to spread happiness. Writing exercises will capture your adventures, the excitement of exploration, and the joy you bring to yourself and others through your zest for life.

January 4: Fierce Protection-

“Leading with Heart”

Delve into the story of strength and protection. Explore how your assertiveness and leadership defend the vulnerable and create positive change. Through writing, share powerful narratives of standing up for what you believe in and leading with courage and conviction.

January 18: Remembering the Self-

“Cultivating Peace”

Uncover the tale of peace and harmony. Reflect on your role in cultivating tranquility and uniting diverse perspectives. Writing exercises will help you articulate stories of being your own true self, being at ease with inner discomfort, and the peaceful influence you have on those around you.

February 1: Conclusion

Your Soul Metaphor

The last session is reserved to bringing together all that we have learned together. Through writing, I will guide you to write your own Soul Metaphor- a powerful I AM statement that describes your Essence and how you are able to be of service with your gifts, talents and non-negotiable values.

“–unless I am myself, I am nobody.”

~Virginia Wolf~

 Treasured testimonials by some of the participants in the writing ateliers…

It is such a privilege and a pleasure to work with Corina. She is an absolute master of her craft.
Corina has a way of seeing deep into the heart of the matter, and deep into the soul of the woman.

I felt I knew myself better after Corina’s unique mentoring and care than I did after decades of intensive personal & spiritual development.

Corina guides you to uncover, explore, own and assimilate your unique, innate identity using the wisdom of the Enneagram.

Then teaches you how to fully & holistically embody this by creating a personal Soul Metaphor.It is sacred work.

The synchronisities, prompts and confirmations grew frequent while I was involved in the process.

Corina, you are unlike anyone I have ever met or worked with.

Thank you for being the integrity-drenched, soul driven, insightful and intelligent woman you are.

A poet, an archaeologist, an aligned entrepreneur with social conscience & spiritual depth. The world is a better place for having you in it. I feel so lucky to have found you!

 

Clare-Elise H. (Ireland)

Dancer & Writer 

I’m 62 years old and have spent decades questioning who I am. It’s an age old question that typically doesn’t get answered and we spend more and more time trying to figure out this age old question. By the end of the Ink and Essence Writing Atelier, a 6 week course, I now understand who I am.

Corina has put together the Ink & Essence Writing Atelier in such a manner that will get you focused on yourself and your core essence.

You cannot escape this fact if you participate in all 6 of the Ateliers. You will answer the question of “Who am I?” by the end of the 6 weeks. Now I can enhance the qualities of myself that are beneficial to my wellbeing while also addressing the shadow sides that I’m not happy with. I now understand the work I must do to manifest the changes I’m searching for in my life and within my essence.

I highly recommend this Writing Atelier to anyone seeking answers about themselves. I’m eagerly awaiting her next workshop.

 

Diana R. (US)

I recently completed a study group of the Enneagram model with Corina and a wonderful circle of ladies. This course has been revolutionary!

Through the lens of the Enneagram, there has been a great shift in understanding personality and behaviour of self and other. The Enneagram offers deeply informative perspectives on human motivation, desire and action delivered with Corina’s graceful gentleness and loving support.

Corina’s Enneagram stewardship equips us to look ourselves straight in the eye with compassion and truth, to understand our “Why” and “How”, unfurling years of complex reasoning into a navigable and manageable method of awareness.

Through this transformative process I have consciously uncovered Who I am, What I need to feel complete , Where I struggle and Why my life has moved in the directions it has.

Under Corina’s loving guidance, I’ve also uncovered many unseen  – “How’s”… How to move through life consciously, with intent and in alignment with my soul and greatest good.
The grace, compassion and awareness of this process with Corina has also developed a greater understanding of the methods and reasons of others and has brought forgiveness, awareness and open mindedness to all relationships. I have learned so much about myself and others and so gently!

The impact in my daily life has been self acceptance, removal of shame, open-mindedness and the tools and confidence to forge the life that brings me joy, harmony and greater purpose – the life that I deserve.

I am forever grateful to have been on this journey with a gracious, embracing and wise mentor.Absolutely life enhancing and highly r ecommended. Deepest thanks, Corina!

Much love, Orlaith

Orlaith O. R. (Ireland)

Attending the Ink & Essence Writing Atelier with Corina was such a beautiful experience, with the created themes and prompts it was a beautiful unearthing journey through my thoughts & feelings with guidance and room to bring my full expression through.

I feel proud of the pieces I created in this space, and feel more confident to access these writing states moving forward, too.

Corina holds such a deep and potent space, her generous soul essence of care, nurture, and truly, truly seeing you is a beautiful thing; it is her gift, and in turn I received such a gift in the mirror she held up for me.

The connection with the other women baring their souls is so wonderful too. I highly recommend a writing atelier with Corina!

 

Lynley E. (NZ)

Your writing, your teaching, your offerings all provide a home for nourishment, tools and healing. You are teaching a way of expressing the most deeply held longings of a person’s soul. That is how the world heals. Thank you, Anam Cara!

Lisa B. (US)

“Corina’s Ink and Essence class was a game changer in my life!  Not only did it inspire me to write again, but I discovered deeper layers of myself I never saw before! 

I felt so alive to have creativity flowing through my pen again, and the only limits were those as far as my heart and imagination could take me!  Thank you, Corina, for helping me breathe life back into my writing!”

Much love and gratitude!

 

Peggy Lindsey (US)

“I was a bit timid at first but I had a strong desire to take Corina’s Ink & Essence Atelier. I wish all English teachers were like Corina.

Corina created a beautiful space for us to explore and once the stage was set my writing came easy, as if something was unlocked. She took care of each of us in class and brought out our best versions, our deep versions. It was truly a magical experience coming together to write and share in real time. It was a time to heal, to gain wisdom, and it certainly empowered me to write from the heart”.

Rachelle Wheatley (Canada)- Sound Healing Practitioner

“I was fortunate enough to be in Ink & Essence Writing Atelier with Corina , and found the space where my soul can speak it true essence.
It’s given me confidence and courage to write what wants to come out – rather than what I think others want to hear.
You can not know what others need, you just trust that the message you have have will touch some, move some, and heal some.
It’s healing me, and it allows my wisdom to move in the world, which gives my life meaning.
I will follow you always.
Appreciate all your encouragement, could not have got there without you! We are all talented, its a matter of finding our truth I feel.”

 

Kim Helmore (Australia)

My deepest gratitude to all who of you who participate in Ink & Essence Writing Ateliers. I am better for being with you through these magical experiences.

Join Ink & Essence 2.0

The  Enneagram Writing Atelier for Women who Stand Up & Show their Soul

We begin on Saturday, April 5 @ 3 PMCentral/9 PM UK. We shall meet on Zoom every other Saturday for 90 minutes.

A call for Soul Deep Women-Uplifters, Wayshowers, Visionaries, Culture Shapers & Change Makers, Creatives and Space-Holders

This atelier is a true labor of love, sisters. I want to be with you all in this experience. I want you to walk the earth as your true self- free of labels that blocked your ability to reach your true pontential.

At the same time, I want to experience myself and grow along your side, through your Soul Deep Presence- sharing the wisdom of the Enneagram with you through the power of the written word, knowing that you can lean into any of the nine faces of your soul at any given time, enriching your life and becoming ready to speak your truth, stand in your power and become the Messenger you are meant to be.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the Unlabeled Writing Atelier for?

The Unlabeled Writing Atelier is for women who want to have an answer to the question “Who am I” and “what am I here to do” to fulfill my purpose? This atelier is for women who are committed to finding and fulfilling their purpose and calling, free of labels and name calling. For women who seek a deeper connection with their own Self. And ultimately, for women who are tired of the abundance of offers that have not helped in finding answers to the existential questions- Who Am I & What Am I Here To Do?

Is the Unlabeled Writing Atelier for me even if I don't know anything about the Enneagram?

Yes. This writing atelier, because it is also focused on writing, it is suited for beginners and those who are experts in the Enneagram. 

What if a miss a session?

If you miss a session, you will have access to the recorded video and you can always reach out to me if you have any questions.

How long will the Unlabeled Writing Atelier last?

We will meet 2 times per month for one hour each time. To enjoy the full benefits of the teaching, the cohort will last 6 months, starting in January 2024.

How will I pay for the Enneagram Study Group?

The fee for 2 sessions per month is $30, charged monthly through PayPal. If you do not have PayPal, please reach out to me to make arrangements for a different payment option.