Workshop: Poetry and Behavioral Change
Workshop leader: Mustafa Mattar, Poet, News Anchor and Program Presenter, Al Rafidin TV channel.
This section includes poetic references and stories of famous poets whose lines and verses have become immortalized, influencing individual and societal behaviors. It examines the conduct of Antarah ibn Shaddad before and after gaining freedom, comparing it to the behavior of Urwah ibn Al-Ward as a model for discussion and exploration.
Poetry’s Role in Changing Reality
A look at the power of art to alter reality through stories of some creative poets who succeeded in changing their nations, leaving behind verses and statements that remain symbols of inspiration. This includes the experiences of Abu Al-Qasim Al-Shabbi from Tunisia and Ahmed Bakhit from Egypt, focusing on the poet's role in preparing audiences for change that promotes dignity, stability, and prosperity for both people and their homeland.
The Role of Poetry in Self-Transformation and Enrichment
This part offers practical examples showing that poetry plays a fundamental role in enriching customs and traditions. It discusses how poetry contributes to building a successful personality, inspiring ambition, and helping individuals discover their talents, express themselves, and take pride in their roots. An interactive session with attendees will invite them to recall and share verses that stimulate the spirit, pride, and noble human connections.
Poetry as an Introduction to Positive Change
Poetry can serve as a "wake-up call" that encourages us to take actions that improve ourselves. By analyzing the content of selected verses, we can understand how both traditional and modern poetry contain practical mechanisms that demonstrate how art can be a key factor in improving our lives.
Engaging, Motivational Games
Game 1: Poets in Memory
This activity fosters creativity and critical thinking by engaging participants in a discussion. Each participant writes a poet's name on a card and explains the reason for their choice. The poets can be categorized for further discussion:
- Poets who changed
- Poets who pondered
- Poets who triumphed
-Poets who lost
Game 2: A Poet Who Comes to Mind Now?
-Reason for remembering this poet
-Emotional motivation
-Takeaways from reading their work
-A lively, practical discussion will follow, exploring how each response relates to the workshop’s theme.
The workshop will also spotlight the positive role of poetry in:
- Morality
-Human relationships
-Pride in cultural roots
This workshop will be in Arabic.
