Writing as Ritual
a live, 75-minute gathering on supercharging creativity with ceremony, intention, and prayer
The power of prayer
Placing writing in the context of ceremony enchants the creative process with significance and meaning, bringing alignment, purpose, and new energy.
In this gathering, you'll learn practices to to embed your creative work in spiritual practice, empowering you to cleanse bad habits, create a nourishing environment, and manifest powerful moments in your storytelling and life.
Spiritual technologies
Join storyteller and coach David Alder for a live, 75-minute gathering on how to build ritual around your writing to create great work in the midst of busy life.
The workshop will provide:
When
Tuesday, February 10th
2:00–3:15pm Eastern
Where
Live on Zoom
Cost
Free
Register for the gathering →
Placing writing in the context of ceremony enchants the creative process with significance and meaning, bringing alignment, purpose, and new energy.
In this gathering, you'll learn practices to to embed your creative work in spiritual practice, empowering you to cleanse bad habits, create a nourishing environment, and manifest powerful moments in your storytelling and life.
Spiritual technologies
Join storyteller and coach David Alder for a live, 75-minute gathering on how to build ritual around your writing to create great work in the midst of busy life.
The workshop will provide:
- Principles of ritual and ceremony applied to creativity
- Core practices that lead to successful creative processes
- The power of witness for accountability and growth
- A structured container to practice craft
When
Tuesday, February 10th
2:00–3:15pm Eastern
Where
Live on Zoom
Cost
Free
Register for the gathering →
Who Teaches Writing as Ritual?
This gathering is led by David Alder, author of the viral graphic novel We Will Call It Pala and founder of HANA, a school for spiritual voices. David teaches spiritual storytelling as a tool for personal power, alignment of purpose and culture change. His work uplifts soulful leaders who wield power, wisdom, and compassion to make a better world.
David leads Parables Of Change, HANA's flagship course, a proven method for changemakers to grow their power and tell the story they were born to share. The next cohort begins February 18th, 2026.
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deepen their impact on the world
deepen their impact on the world
Hear the stories of HANA's students who continue to take their storytelling to the next level
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"It's hard to put the magic into words.
It reconnected me with my purpose.”
-Joe, Eight-year NFL starter, HANA alum on Parables of Change
Visionary leaders are deepening their impact
through soulful storytelling.
Are you ready to be one of them?
through soulful storytelling.
Are you ready to be one of them?
Joe's Journey
What surprised Joe wasn’t the quality of his story. It was realizing he’d spent years hiding the part of himself that creates. Parables of Change helped him find his voice, wield his gifts, and claim a new identity.
When you cross the threshold, you don’t just tell a story. You become someone who can no longer stay silent.
When you cross the threshold, you don’t just tell a story. You become someone who can no longer stay silent.
Reach out to HANA
It's time to tell your story
We're thrilled to hear of your interest in Parables Of Change. The Spring 2026 cohort is going to be a remarkable group and a powerful experience for all.
To reserve your spot in the upcoming cohort, send us an email with your name and info, and we'll add you to the cohort list. The course booking platform will launch in early January, at which point you can submit your deposit to secure your space.
Tell us a bit about yourself, what draws you to your course, and the story that is knocking at your heart.
To reserve your spot in the upcoming cohort, send us an email with your name and info, and we'll add you to the cohort list. The course booking platform will launch in early January, at which point you can submit your deposit to secure your space.
Tell us a bit about yourself, what draws you to your course, and the story that is knocking at your heart.
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School Of Hana
by David Alder
©2026
School Of Hana