Write Your Mind Workshops
Writing for Wellbeing in a Group Setting
Committing to dedicated time to write in a group makes it easier to leave outside stresses and concerns behind, and just focus on personal expression and exploration of self. It’s a little time to achieve some clarity and calm, facilitated by the fact that everyone there is doing the same thing, too.
You will be led through each writing activity in a non-judgemental atmosphere, and technique is unimportant - whatever you do is right for you. Sometimes all we need is a little guidance to help us use that creativity that exists inside us all to open up our potential. No previous experience is needed - anyone can do it. Remember - you never have to read out anything you have written, so you can write whatever you want!
Should you choose to read any of what you've written out-loud, this sharing, and being heard by others in a respectful and reflective atmosphere can be very powerful - the observations of others can enable us to see things from different perspectives, to feel validated, or perhaps to find a new take on our fears, anxieties or beliefs.
Workshops are held in a tranquil period home set in quiet gardens in Lyndhurst in the New Forest. You will be free to wander about the garden in warm weather and find a spot to do some of the set exercises, if you choose. Lunch and refreshments are provided, with home-made cakes, and included in your workshop fee. Materials are also provided. All you need bring are an open mind and a willingness to give it a go!
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Remember - no previous writing experience is necessary - you need not read anything you have written out loud, and whatever you write will be right for you.
“Fill your paper with the breathings of your heart.”
William Wordsworth
Future Workshops
Friday, 1st May, 2020
Writing for Wellbeing workshop. Join us at Pikes Hill, Lyndhurst. Workshops are from 10am - 4pm. Booking essential.
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What Workshop Participants have Said:
"It was a remarkable day...by far the greatest benefit was to my own self-care and development. Jo provided a calm stimulating enviroment in which people could participate to whatever depth they wished in a non-judgemental group. This is a workshop that I will attend again as part of my own self-care."
"How well you, Jo, held us all; how gentle and supportive your voice was and how you balanced your interventions with space for us all to just be - thankyou!"
"Wonderful day. Real abundance and generosity. Wonderful environment, safe and relaxed. Gently unfolding exercises to help release thinking and feeling." "The day exceeded my expectations. I discovered ways into writing I had not anticipated which will be great for me to revisit and also good to use with clients". "I felt I had space to stop and take some time for myself. The sharing really contributed to the learning!" "Thanks for this Jo and for a really lovely day.... nourishing in every way". "The nurturing nature of the workshop and trust and sharing amongst participants worked well".
Press and Articles
"Write Your Way to Wellbeing" - article published in Holistic Therapist Magazine.
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"The Healing Power of Writing" - article published in Writers Online Magazine.
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"Write Your Way to a Calmer, Happier You" - article published in In the Moment Magazine.
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"Words from the Heart" - article published in Waitrose Weekend paper.
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"If at first you don't succeed..." - article published in Breathe Magazine.
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"Writing for Wellbeing": published in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy's 'Private Practice' magazine.
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"Write Your Way to the Best Ever You" - article published in Holistic Therapist Magazine.
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"Clear your Mind of Clutter" - article published in In the Moment Magazine.
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"Rise and Shine - What sourdough can teach us about taking time" - article published in Breathe Magazine, Feb 2018.
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"Writing your Mind" - article published in Therapy Today Magazine, June 2018.
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"A Simple Way to Worry Less" - article published in In the Moment Magazine, Jan 2019.
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"Pick up your Pen and Write yourself Well" - feature published in 'Health Choices' section of Women's Weekly Magazine, Jan 2019.
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The Workshops
Committing to dedicated time to write in a group makes it easier to leave outside stresses and concerns behind, and focus on personal expression and exploration of self.
About Me
With an Honours degree in English including Creative Writing, I am a qualified and experienced psychodynamic counsellor, working within my private practice.
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To book yourself a place at one of the writing workshops or to find out anything else you would like to know about the Write Your Mind workshops - please get in touch.