People and their inherent creativity
The power of mindful presence
Art Making, writing, & playing with others as laboratories for self-knowledge and expression
Human-kindness as healing
Celebrating the importance of the many stories and cultures that we all bring when we walk in the door
Our own voice and choice in learning & community building
The Arts as a fundamental approach to re-designing our life experiences
Michelle Holdt is the founder of Creative Compassionate. She is a bold, creative, and love-drenched voice in the world of educational change. Michelle is an artist, a mother of three, a passionate advocate leading for Love with a capital L and Creativity with a capital C. She brings her years of arts education leadership experience combined with a passionate commitment to self-awareness and creativity to this vision. Some of her highly acclaimed workshops include The Art of Self Care & Lead with Your Humanity. She is also the author of Radiance: The Art of Self Love, and the co-producer of Arts is the Root. Michelle was the Founding Executive Director of Arts Ed Matters and the Arts & Restorative Learning Coordinator for the San Mateo County Office of Education and holds multiple degrees and credentials in education including a BA in Drama and Human Development from Harvard. She truly embodies living an arts driven life & makes creative practice accessible for all she reaches.
