Angela Burton's guest appearances

Angela Burton

Bridge the Gap: The Senior Living Podcast

MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs

Badass Women at Any Age

Navigating the World with Your Aging Loved One

Glowing Older

ACE - Aged Care Enrichment

Becoming More Significant with Sylvia Baldock

Ashton Applewhite

Jake Rothstein

Keren Etkin

Sarah Thomas

Cameron Camp

Jon Warner

Ellen Belk

James Graber

Cara Silletto

James Lee

Ryan Frederick

Jeanette Leardi

Bob Kramer

David Sawyer

Carl Honoré

OwlTail

MoxieMoments brings you Angela Burton, Founder of Feet-to-the-Fire Writer’s Workshops, on her contributions to humanity.

MoxieMoments brings you Angela Burton, Founder of Feet-to-the-Fire Writer’s Workshops, on her contributions to humanity.

Moxie Moments #29: Angela Burton - Contributions to Humanity

Angela Burton is the Founder &amp; Chief Writing Motivator of Feet to the Fire Writers' Workshops®, a creative program that inspires older adults to challenge themselves through expressive writing. Started in Louisville, KY in 2014, Feet to the Fire has expanded to develop a licensed train-the-facilitator program for senior living communities and wellness organizations. The program currently operates in seven U.S. states; in 2020, amidst the COVID pandemic, Feet to the Fire pivoted to launch a consumer version – writer’s kits and virtual groups for those who are socially isolated by the pandemic, a needed way for people to fill up their days, writing the stories of their lives, finding purpose along the way.  She landed a spot in 2018 Louisville's WILD Accelerator for Female Founders program and has gained national attention since. Feet to the Fire was recognized as Next Avenue’s Editor’s Picks for 2018 and has been featured in McKnight’s Senior Living (2019), MarketWatch, Forbes and other publications. When COVID19 restricted senior living communities from having even small-group activities, Burton decided to keep their voices alive by starting a podcast, Feet to the Fire Writers’ Workshops® OUTLOUD, featuring interviews with and stories read by the writers themselves. Currently the podcast is being listened to in the U.S. and abroad – from Canada to the UK to Ireland and India! Burton was recently named a Next Avenue Influencer in Aging, sharing the spotlight with such greats as Dr. Vivek Murthy and Michael J. Fox, among others.  Burton says, “We are driven by our social mission - to provide a meaningful way for people to express themselves through writing. The research tells us that writing is a useful tool for improving social/emotional and cognitive wellbeing. With the tragedy of a global pandemic, we know that people need resources such as ours to help them feel connected and heard, to bring them self-awareness and purpose and to support their mental wellbeing as they age. We simply could not give up, rather move forward at a time when what we do is sorely needed.” Burton holds an MFA in Creative Writing from Vermont College of Fine Arts and a B.A. in English from the University of Louisville.  Our social media links: https://www.facebook.com/onfirewriters Facebook business pagehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-burton-35738410/ LinkedIn personal pagehttps://www.linkedin.com/company/feet-to-the-fire-writers'-workshops/ LinkedIn business pagehttps://twitter.com/onfirewriters Twitter business pagehttps://www.instagram.com/feettothefirewritersworkshops/ Instagram business pageIf you would like to know how you can Become More Significant right now, book a 20 minute free coaching call on https://calendly.com/sylviabaldock/1-2-1-discovery-call or by emailing  sylvia@sylviabaldock.comhttps://podfollow.com/becoming-more-significant  Available on all major Podcast Channels

Angela Burton is the Founder &amp; Chief Writing Motivator of <a href="https://feettothefirewriters.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Feet to the Fire Writers' Workshops®</a>, a creative program that inspires older adults to challenge themselves through expressive writing. Started in Louisville, KY in 2014, Feet to the Fire has expanded to develop a licensed train-the-facilitator program for senior living communities and wellness organizations. The program currently operates in seven U.S. states; in 2020, amidst the COVID pandemic, Feet to the Fire pivoted to launch a consumer version – writer’s kits and virtual groups for those who are socially isolated by the pandemic, a needed way for people to fill up their days, writing the stories of their lives, finding purpose along the way.  She landed a spot in 2018 Louisville's WILD Accelerator for Female Founders program and has gained national attention since. Feet to the Fire was recognized as Next Avenue’s Editor’s Picks for 2018 and has been featured in McKnight’s Senior Living (2019), MarketWatch, Forbes and other publications. When COVID19 restricted senior living communities from having even small-group activities, Burton decided to keep their voices alive by starting a podcast, <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1162559" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Feet to the Fire Writers’ Workshops® OUTLOUD</a>, featuring interviews with and stories read by the writers themselves. Currently the podcast is being listened to in the U.S. and abroad – from Canada to the UK to Ireland and India! Burton was recently named a Next Avenue Influencer in Aging, sharing the spotlight with such greats as Dr. Vivek Murthy and Michael J. Fox, among others.  Burton says, “We are driven by our social mission - to provide a meaningful way for people to express themselves through writing. The research tells us that writing is a useful tool for improving social/emotional and cognitive wellbeing. With the tragedy of a global pandemic, we know that people need resources such as ours to help them feel connected and heard, to bring them self-awareness and purpose and to support their mental wellbeing as they age. We simply could not give up, rather move forward at a time when what we do is sorely needed.” Burton holds an MFA in Creative Writing from Vermont College of Fine Arts and a B.A. in English from the University of Louisville.   Our social media links: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/onfirewriters" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/onfirewriters</a> Facebook business page<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-burton-35738410/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-burton-35738410/</a> LinkedIn personal page<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/feet-to-the-fire-writers" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/feet-to-the-fire-writers'-workshops/</a> LinkedIn business page<a href="https://twitter.com/onfirewriters" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/onfirewriters</a> Twitter business page<a href="https://www.instagram.com/feettothefirewritersworkshops/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/feettothefirewritersworkshops/</a> Instagram business pageIf you would like to know how you can Become More Significant right now, book a 20 minute free coaching call on <a href="https://calendly.com/sylviabaldock/1-2-1-discovery-call" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://calendly.com/sylviabaldock/1-2-1-discovery-call</a> or by emailing  sylvia@sylviabaldock.com<a href="https://podfollow.com/becoming-more-significant" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podfollow.com/becoming-more-significant</a> Available on all major Podcast Channels

Episode 56- Angela Burton- Why Writing Your Story Matters

Today, we're talking to Angela Burton. Angela is the creator of the Feet to the Fire Writers Workshops, a writing program that encourages older adults to share and relive their stories and memories through the process of writing.She’s also the host of the podcast, the Feet to the Fire Writer’s Workshops Outloud where she interviews older adults from her writing programs and invites them to share some of their writing - and we’ll be hearing a snippet from that program too.In this conversation we talked a lot about the creative process and why that’s important for people of all ages, why the process of writing is more important than the outcome, and how to bring value to the lives of older adults through creativity.One additional note, if you’re enjoying this podcast, then what's the best way you can support us? Easy, please share an episode with a friend or colleague, and help us keep building our highly engaged audience. If you’re thinking of someone right now who might like what we do, then we’d love it if you could send them your favourite episode to have a listen!The Aged Care Enrichment Podcast is proudly brought to you by SilVR Adventures (https://silvradventures.com.au/). Subscribe and check out our back catalogue of available episodes wherever you get your podcasts from:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ace-aged-care-enrichment/id1528261777Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4wk2d6NjlbHg8Eid35TNB2iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ace-aged-care-enrichment-77188643/Listen online here: https://silvradventures.com.au/podcast/

Today, we're talking to Angela Burton. Angela is the creator of the Feet to the Fire Writers Workshops, a writing program that encourages older adults to share and relive their stories and memories through the process of writing.She’s also the host of the podcast, the Feet to the Fire Writer’s Workshops Outloud where she interviews older adults from her writing programs and invites them to share some of their writing - and we’ll be hearing a snippet from that program too. In this conversation we talked a lot about the creative process and why that’s important for people of all ages, why the process of writing is more important than the outcome, and how to bring value to the lives of older adults through creativity. One additional note, if you’re enjoying this podcast, then what's the best way you can support us? Easy, please share an episode with a friend or colleague, and help us keep building our highly engaged audience. If you’re thinking of someone right now who might like what we do, then we’d love it if you could send them your favourite episode to have a listen! The Aged Care Enrichment Podcast is proudly brought to you by SilVR Adventures (<a href="https://silvradventures.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://silvradventures.com.au/</a>). Subscribe and check out our back catalogue of available episodes wherever you get your podcasts from: Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ace-aged-care-enrichment/id1528261777" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ace-aged-care-enrichment/id1528261777</a> Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/4wk2d6NjlbHg8Eid35TNB2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/4wk2d6NjlbHg8Eid35TNB2</a> iHeartRadio: <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ace-aged-care-enrichment-77188643/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ace-aged-care-enrichment-77188643/</a> Listen online here: <a href="https://silvradventures.com.au/podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://silvradventures.com.au/podcast/</a>

Helping Seniors Write Their Stories - Angela Burton (Feet to the Fire Writer's Workshops)

Angela founded Feet to the Fire Writers’ Workshops® in her living room and grew it into a turnkey licensing program for senior living organizations to integrate curriculum-based writers’ groups that improve resident engagement, cognition, and joy. She shares the lessons she has learned along the way. About Angela Angela Burton is the Founder &amp; Chief Writing Motivator of Feet to the Fire Writers' Workshops®, a creative program that inspires older adults to challenge themselves through expressive writing. Started in Louisville, KY in 2014, Feet to the Fire has expanded to develop a licensed train-the-facilitator program for senior living communities and wellness organizations. The program currently operates in seven U.S. states; in 2020, amidst the COVID pandemic, Feet to the Fire pivoted to launch a consumer version – writer’s kits and virtual groups for those who are socially isolated by the pandemic, a needed way for people to fill up their days, writing the stories of their lives, finding purpose along the way. She landed a spot in 2018 Louisville's WILD Accelerator for Female Founders program and has gained national attention since. Feet to the Fire was recognized as Next Avenue’s Editor’s Picks for 2018 and has been featured in McKnight’s Senior Living (2019), MarketWatch, Forbes and other publications. When COVID19 restricted senior living communities from having even small-group activities, Burton decided to keep their voices alive by starting a podcast, Feet to the Fire Writers’ Workshops® OUTLOUD, featuring interviews with and stories read by the writers themselves. Currently the podcast is being listened to in the U.S. and abroad – from Canada to the UK to Ireland and India! Burton was recently named a Next Avenue Influencer in Aging, sharing the spotlight with such greats as Dr. Vivek Murthy and Michael J. Fox, among others. Burton holds an MFA in Creative Writing from Vermont College of Fine Arts and a B.A. in English from the University of Louisville. Key Takeaways  The relationship between caregiver and client is meaningful and intimate. Storytelling can improve care based on better understand. Stories that people work on together bond them and bind them. Writing our stories helps us understand ourselves. We are able to look back over the trajectory that has been our world. It's naturally personalized, because no two stories are alike. Writing is good for your brain—it is a thoughtful cognitive process. Writing is like crossword puzzles on steroids. The pandemic has shined a light on how much we deeply need each other. We miss the opportunity for basic human interaction. Connection is essential for health and wellbeing.

<a href="https://feettothefirewriters.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Angela founded Feet to the Fire Writers’ Workshops</a>® in her living room and grew it into a turnkey licensing program for senior living organizations to integrate curriculum-based writers’ groups that improve resident engagement, cognition, and joy. She shares the lessons she has learned along the way. About Angela Angela Burton is the Founder &amp; Chief Writing Motivator of <a href="https://feettothefirewriters.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Feet to the Fire Writers' Workshops®</a>, a creative program that inspires older adults to challenge themselves through expressive writing. Started in Louisville, KY in 2014, Feet to the Fire has expanded to develop a licensed train-the-facilitator program for senior living communities and wellness organizations. The program currently operates in seven U.S. states; in 2020, amidst the COVID pandemic, Feet to the Fire pivoted to launch a consumer version – writer’s kits and virtual groups for those who are socially isolated by the pandemic, a needed way for people to fill up their days, writing the stories of their lives, finding purpose along the way. She landed a spot in 2018 Louisville's WILD Accelerator for Female Founders program and has gained national attention since. Feet to the Fire was recognized as Next Avenue’s Editor’s Picks for 2018 and has been featured in McKnight’s Senior Living (2019), MarketWatch, Forbes and other publications. When COVID19 restricted senior living communities from having even small-group activities, Burton decided to keep their voices alive by starting a podcast, <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1162559" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Feet to the Fire Writers’ Workshops® OUTLOUD</a>, featuring interviews with and stories read by the writers themselves. Currently the podcast is being listened to in the U.S. and abroad – from Canada to the UK to Ireland and India! Burton was recently named a Next Avenue Influencer in Aging, sharing the spotlight with such greats as Dr. Vivek Murthy and Michael J. Fox, among others. Burton holds an MFA in Creative Writing from Vermont College of Fine Arts and a B.A. in English from the University of Louisville. Key Takeaways <ul> <li>The relationship between caregiver and client is meaningful and intimate. Storytelling can improve care based on better understand. Stories that people work on together bond them and bind them.</li> <li>Writing our stories helps us understand ourselves. We are able to look back over the trajectory that has been our world. It's naturally personalized, because no two stories are alike.</li> <li>Writing is good for your brain—it is a thoughtful cognitive process. Writing is like crossword puzzles on steroids.</li> <li>The pandemic has shined a light on how much we deeply need each other. We miss the opportunity for basic human interaction. Connection is essential for health and wellbeing.</li></ul>

Episode 4:5 Angela Burton on Why Sharing Stories Is Like “Crossword Puzzles on Steroids” 

Angela Burton found her talent for writing at an early age.  Her natural ability to express herself through writing helped her create a safe space to not only document her story, but to share it and use it to guide her through life.  Recognizing the incredible power of writing and self expression, Angela set out to help others find their authentic voice.  She is the  Founder &amp; Chief Writing Motivator of Feet to the Fire Writers' Workshops®, a creative program that inspires adults to challenge themselves through expressive writing. Started in Louisville, KY in 2014, Feet to the Fire has expanded to develop a licensed train-the-facilitator program for senior living communities and wellness organizations. The program currently operates in seven U.S. states; in 2020, amidst the COVID pandemic, Feet to the Fire pivoted to launch a consumer version – writer’s kits and virtual groups for those who are socially isolated by the pandemic, a needed way for people to fill up their days, writing the stories of their lives and finding purpose along the way.  Angela’s particular brand of helping people find their voice and write authentic stories earned her a spot  in Louisville's WILD Accelerator for Female Founders program.  Feet to the Fire was recognized as Next Avenue’s Editor’s Picks for 2018 and has been featured in McKnight’s Senior Living (2019), MarketWatch, Forbes and other publications. When COVID19 restricted senior living communities from having even small-group activities, Burton decided to keep their voices alive by starting a podcast, Feet to the Fire Writers’ Workshops® OUTLOUD, featuring interviews with and stories read by the writers themselves. Burton was recently named a Next Avenue Influencer in Aging, sharing the spotlight with such greats as Dr. Vivek Murthy and Michael J. Fox, among others.  What You Will Hear in This Episode:  Angela’s inspiration and love of writing. The benefits of writing and it’s therapeutic effects. The positive and negative effects of others recognizing your extraordinary talent. Dealing with jealousy. The power of self expression and the inception of Feet to the Fire Writers’ Workshops. Why it’s important to write and share one’s story.   The challenges for people trying to find and connect to their authentic voice.  Preservation of our loved one voices of the past and present. Finding purpose through writing. Expressive writing vs.Creative writing. Angela’s purpose of helping others find their authentic voice through writing. Quotes:   “Sometimes when you write, that process is like a meditation of sorts.” “As you go through the phases and stages of your life your goals and your aims change.” “Writing allowed me to understand what I was feeling, thinking and going through.”       “There’s something magical about turning 50.” “There is a big power in words.  It allows people to express themselves and allows people to have a voice.” Mentioned: Feet to the Fire Writers  Not Done Yet! How Women Over 50 Regain Their Confidence and Claim Workplace Power (March 9, 2021) now available for PRE-ORDER!  Chaucers Books Event

Angela Burton found her talent for writing at an early age.  Her natural ability to express herself through writing helped her create a safe space to not only document her story, but to share it and use it to guide her through life.  Recognizing the incredible power of writing and self expression, Angela set out to help others find their authentic voice.  She is the  Founder &amp; Chief Writing Motivator of <a href="https://feettothefirewriters.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Feet to the Fire Writers' Workshops®</a>, a creative program that inspires adults to challenge themselves through expressive writing. Started in Louisville, KY in 2014, Feet to the Fire has expanded to develop a licensed train-the-facilitator program for senior living communities and wellness organizations. The program currently operates in seven U.S. states; in 2020, amidst the COVID pandemic, Feet to the Fire pivoted to launch a consumer version – writer’s kits and virtual groups for those who are socially isolated by the pandemic, a needed way for people to fill up their days, writing the stories of their lives and finding purpose along the way.  Angela’s particular brand of helping people find their voice and write authentic stories earned her a spot  in Louisville's WILD Accelerator for Female Founders program.  Feet to the Fire was recognized as Next Avenue’s Editor’s Picks for 2018 and has been featured in McKnight’s Senior Living (2019), MarketWatch, Forbes and other publications. When COVID19 restricted senior living communities from having even small-group activities, Burton decided to keep their voices alive by starting a podcast, <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1162559" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Feet to the Fire Writers’ Workshops® OUTLOUD</a>, featuring interviews with and stories read by the writers themselves. Burton was recently named a Next Avenue Influencer in Aging, sharing the spotlight with such greats as Dr. Vivek Murthy and Michael J. Fox, among others.  What You Will Hear in This Episode:  Angela’s inspiration and love of writing. The benefits of writing and it’s therapeutic effects. The positive and negative effects of others recognizing your extraordinary talent. Dealing with jealousy. The power of self expression and the inception of Feet to the Fire Writers’ Workshops. Why it’s important to write and share one’s story.   The challenges for people trying to find and connect to their authentic voice.  Preservation of our loved one voices of the past and present. Finding purpose through writing. Expressive writing vs.Creative writing. Angela’s purpose of helping others find their authentic voice through writing. Quotes: “Sometimes when you write, that process is like a meditation of sorts.” “As you go through the phases and stages of your life your goals and your aims change.” “Writing allowed me to understand what I was feeling, thinking and going through.” “There’s something magical about turning 50.” “There is a big power in words.  It allows people to express themselves and allows people to have a voice.” Mentioned: <a href="https://feettothefirewriters.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Feet to the Fire Writers</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Not-Done-Yet-Confidence-Workplace/dp/1989603785" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Not Done Yet! How Women Over 50 Regain Their Confidence and Claim Workplace Power</a> (March 9, 2021) now available for PRE-ORDER! <a href="https://www.chaucersbooks.com/event/chaucers-virtual-author-discussion-bonnie-marcus-not-done-yet" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Chaucers Books Event</a>

069: The Power of Self Expression with Angela Burton

How can we find connection? How can we engage with our loved ones during this time? Angela Burton, founder of Feet to the Fire Writers' Workshops® brings us through how to create purposeful experiences with our families and also ourselves. We also talk about the journey of Feet to the Fire Writers' Workshops®, the benefits of writing, and the powerful ways that writing and sharing our lives brings us together. Angela Burton is the Founder &amp; Chief Writing Motivator of Feet to the Fire Writers' Workshops®, a creative program that inspires older adults to challenge themselves through expressive writing. Started in Louisville, KY in 2014, Feet to the Fire has expanded to develop a licensed train-the-facilitator program for senior living communities and wellness organizations. The program currently operates in seven U.S. states; in 2020, amidst the COVID pandemic, Feet to the Fire pivoted to launch a consumer version – writer’s kits and virtual groups for those who are socially isolated by the pandemic, a needed way for people to fill up their days, writing the stories of their lives, finding purpose along the way.  She landed a spot in 2018 Louisville's WILD Accelerator for Female Founders program and has gained national attention since. Feet to the Fire was recognized as Next Avenue’s Editor’s Picks for 2018 and has been featured in McKnight’s Senior Living (2019), MarketWatch, Forbes, and other publications. When COVID19 restricted senior living communities from having even small-group activities, Burton decided to keep their voices alive by starting a podcast, Feet to the Fire Writers’ Workshops® OUTLOUD, featuring interviews with and stories read by the writers themselves. Currently, the podcast is being listened to in the U.S. and abroad – from Canada to the UK to Ireland and India! Burton was recently named a Next Avenue Influencer in Aging, sharing the spotlight with such greats as Dr. Vivek Murthy and Michael J. Fox, among others. Burton says, “We are driven by our social mission - to provide a meaningful way for people to express themselves through writing. The research tells us that writing is a useful tool for improving social/emotional and cognitive wellbeing. With the tragedy of a global pandemic, we know that people need resources such as ours to help them feel connected and heard, to bring them self-awareness and purpose, and to support their mental wellbeing as they age. We simply could not give up, rather move forward at a time when what we do is sorely needed.” Burton holds an MFA in Creative Writing from Vermont College of Fine Arts and a B.A. in English from the University of Louisville. We are not medical professionals and are not providing any medical advice. If you have any medical questions, we recommend that you talk with a medical professional of your choice. willGather has taken care in selecting its speakers but the opinions of our speakers are theirs alone. Thank you for your continued interest in our podcasts. Please subscribe for updates! For more information about our podcast &amp; sponsorship opportunities, visit www.willgatherpodcast.com Nicole Will is our host and founder of willGather.

How can we find connection? How can we engage with our loved ones during this time? Angela Burton, founder of Feet to the Fire Writers' Workshops® brings us through how to create purposeful experiences with our families and also ourselves. We also talk about the journey of Feet to the Fire Writers' Workshops®, the benefits of writing, and the powerful ways that writing and sharing our lives brings us together. Angela Burton is the Founder &amp; Chief Writing Motivator of <a href="https://feettothefirewriters.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Feet to the Fire Writers' Workshops®</a>, a creative program that inspires older adults to challenge themselves through expressive writing. Started in Louisville, KY in 2014, Feet to the Fire has expanded to develop a licensed train-the-facilitator program for senior living communities and wellness organizations. The program currently operates in seven U.S. states; in 2020, amidst the COVID pandemic, Feet to the Fire pivoted to launch a consumer version – writer’s kits and virtual groups for those who are socially isolated by the pandemic, a needed way for people to fill up their days, writing the stories of their lives, finding purpose along the way.  She landed a spot in 2018 Louisville's WILD Accelerator for Female Founders program and has gained national attention since. Feet to the Fire was recognized as Next Avenue’s Editor’s Picks for 2018 and has been featured in McKnight’s Senior Living (2019), MarketWatch, Forbes, and other publications. When COVID19 restricted senior living communities from having even small-group activities, Burton decided to keep their voices alive by starting a podcast, <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/feet-to-the-fire-writers-workshops-outloud/id1520151089" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Feet to the Fire Writers’ Workshops® OUTLOUD</a>, featuring interviews with and stories read by the writers themselves. Currently, the podcast is being listened to in the U.S. and abroad – from Canada to the UK to Ireland and India! Burton was recently named a Next Avenue Influencer in Aging, sharing the spotlight with such greats as Dr. Vivek Murthy and Michael J. Fox, among others. Burton says, “We are driven by our social mission - to provide a meaningful way for people to express themselves through writing. The research tells us that writing is a useful tool for improving social/emotional and cognitive wellbeing. With the tragedy of a global pandemic, we know that people need resources such as ours to help them feel connected and heard, to bring them self-awareness and purpose, and to support their mental wellbeing as they age. We simply could not give up, rather move forward at a time when what we do is sorely needed.” Burton holds an MFA in Creative Writing from Vermont College of Fine Arts and a B.A. in English from the University of Louisville. We are not medical professionals and are not providing any medical advice. If you have any medical questions, we recommend that you talk with a medical professional of your choice. willGather has taken care in selecting its speakers but the opinions of our speakers are theirs alone. Thank you for your continued interest in our podcasts. Please subscribe for updates! For more information about our podcast &amp; sponsorship opportunities, visit <a href="http://www.willgatherpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.willgatherpodcast.com</a> Nicole Will is our host and founder of willGather.

Purposeful Experiences, Expression, and Connectedness with Angela Burton, Founder of Feet to the Fire Writers' Workshops®

BTG COVID-19 Ep. 15: The Power of Writing with Motivator Angela BurtonThis series is designed to provide resources, share the love stories and encourage those who are overseeing the care of aging adults during the COVID-19 pandemic. We believe in you! For more information about the podcast and Coronavirus resources, visit BTGvoice.comConnect with Josh Crisp &amp; Lucas McCurdy &amp; be sure to follow BTGvoice on social media:YouTube Instagram Facebook Twitter LinkedIn 

BTG COVID-19 Ep. 15: The Power of Writing with Motivator <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-burton-35738410/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Angela Burton </a> This series is designed to provide resources, share the love stories and encourage those who are overseeing the care of aging adults during the COVID-19 pandemic. We believe in you! For more information about the podcast and Coronavirus resources, visit <a href="http://BTGvoice.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BTGvoice.com</a> Connect with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/solinity/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Josh Crisp</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucasmccurdyseniorlivingfan/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lucas McCurdy </a>&amp; be sure to follow BTGvoice on social media: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkVzaZYcFs6410QBewMW-BQ/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/btgvoice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram </a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Bridge-The-Gap-221276828419044/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a><a href="https://twitter.com/btgvoice" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter </a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/bridge-the-gap-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn </a>

BTG COVID-19 Ep. 15: The Power of Writing with Motivator Angela Burton

Kirt Jacobs

Angela has been a devoted teacher of writing to adults for more than 20 years, &amp; even briefly taught rambunctious 5th graders for three years! She holds an MFA in Creative Writing from Vermont College of Fine Arts &amp; excels at providing expert facilitation, energetic encouragement, an infectious laugh &amp; a love of words. So much so, in 2014, she founded Feet to the Fire Writers’ Workshops, &amp; in 2015, launched a specially-designed workshop-called Feet to the Fire Writers’ Workshops for Seniors, which engages elders in a stimulating writing/reminiscing workshop for those 65 &amp; up! So far, her oldest student was-wait for it-104-not too shabby! To date, she has really grown the program, offering more than 80 workshops to 450 elders in Louisville alone! Going forward she has plans to launch a workshop trainer program so others-as she puts it can spread the fire even more throughout the USA! But let‘s back up to the beginning when she was only ten yrs. old, &amp; knew she wanted to be a writer &amp; remembers well lying underneath a pink Dogwood tree in her front yard, scribbling &amp; making up stories &amp; her large family of brothers &amp; sisters were willing to listen &amp; encourage her to write even more! Later, in the 8th grade, she had a story of hers published &amp; with the help of her teacher, was paid the modest sum of $25-she was hooked! It had nothing to do with the $$, or publishing, BUT everything to do with the magic of words! Today, a childhood talent has continued well into her adult life as she continues to write fiction, poetry, memoirs &amp; has studied with some of the greats, including Abigail Thomas, Ellen Lesser, Sena Jeter Naslund, &amp; Antonya Nelson. Not to mention she reads like a mad woman &amp; after prompting 100’s of people to write their life stories, she believes firsthand in the benefits of engaging the memory &amp; the connection it provides with others, all the while savoring life’s moments in a very permanent way! As she puts it, “The Spark” @ age ten has grown into a glowing fire that promises to never die!

Angela has been a devoted teacher of writing to adults for more than 20 years, &amp; even briefly taught rambunctious 5th graders for three years! She holds an MFA in Creative Writing from Vermont College of Fine Arts &amp; excels at providing expert facilitation, energetic encouragement, an infectious laugh &amp; a love of words. So much so, in 2014, she founded Feet to the Fire Writers’ Workshops, &amp; in 2015, launched a specially-designed workshop-called Feet to the Fire Writers’ Workshops for Seniors, which engages elders in a stimulating writing/reminiscing workshop for those 65 &amp; up! So far, her oldest student was-wait for it-104-not too shabby! To date, she has really grown the program, offering more than 80 workshops to 450 elders in Louisville alone! Going forward she has plans to launch a workshop trainer program so others-as she puts it can spread the fire even more throughout the USA! But let‘s back up to the beginning when she was only ten yrs. old, &amp; knew she wanted to be a writer &amp; remembers well lying underneath a pink Dogwood tree in her front yard, scribbling &amp; making up stories &amp; her large family of brothers &amp; sisters were willing to listen &amp; encourage her to write even more! Later, in the 8th grade, she had a story of hers published &amp; with the help of her teacher, was paid the modest sum of $25-she was hooked! It had nothing to do with the $$, or publishing, BUT everything to do with the magic of words! Today, a childhood talent has continued well into her adult life as she continues to write fiction, poetry, memoirs &amp; has studied with some of the greats, including Abigail Thomas, Ellen Lesser, Sena Jeter Naslund, &amp; Antonya Nelson. Not to mention she reads like a mad woman &amp; after prompting 100’s of people to write their life stories, she believes firsthand in the benefits of engaging the memory &amp; the connection it provides with others, all the while savoring life’s moments in a very permanent way! As she puts it, “The Spark” @ age ten has grown into a glowing fire that promises to never die!

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