Laura L. Rubin, creative coach and founder of mindful writing company AllSwell Creative, has changed the cultural conversation about what it means to journal. Sought after as a speaker and facilitator, (and celebrated in media including The New York Times, The Washington Post, Vogue, and Forbes), over the past decade Rubin has hosted hundreds of "breakthrough writing" workshops for tens of thousands of participants about the wide-ranging, scientifically proven benefits of putting pen to paper. Tapping her professional experience as corporate executive and entrepreneur, Rubin has brought journaling to surprising places and audiences, from pro surfers to venture capital firms. She lives in Sag Harbor, New York. Visit AllSwellCreative.com for more information.