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Experiential Writing Project

Why Experiential Writing?

Watch reflective writing video (MP4)

In this video, John Bennion, outdoor writing educator, describes the benefits of reflective writing during experiences.

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Person sitting in front of Stonehenge

Reflection Makes Experience Meaningful

Reflection makes experience: illustration of a person thinking with a thought bubble that says 'What does it mean to me?'
The role of experiential writing: illustration of a paper opening to a beaker, binoculars, and a backpack

Experiential Writing Enhances Experiential Education

Experiential Writing Creates Permanent Growth

Vector illustration of a brain showing higher mental functions including logic, insight, and creativity; motor skills; sensory and visual association; language comprehension; short-term memory re-coded as long-term memory; and spiritual intelligence