Writing for wellbeing at Alpkit Ilkley

It is easy to get caught up in everyday life without taking the time to reflect on yourself, your experiences and the world around you. My writing for wellbeing workshops give you the space to do just that.

I'll guide you through a series of themed writing exercises designed to facilitate self-reflection, self-expression and creativity in a friendly, supportive environment.

Combining therapeutic and creative writing approaches, my sessions focus on the writing process not the resulting product, though you may choose to produce poetry, short stories and other creative pieces.

You can disregard spelling and grammar rules and any worries your writing won’t be good enough, everything you produce in the workshop is valuable. Although I'll invite you to share and discuss your writing, there is no pressure to do so.

The sessions are particularly suitable for beginners.

I have a BA (honours) in English Literature and Creative Writing and an MSc in Psychology. I lead writing for wellbeing sessions in clinical, community and corporate settings. Developed in line with the Creative Health Quality Framework, my workshops are informed by psychology theory and therapeutic writing research.

My writing exercises are designed to explore positive experiences and elicit pleasant emotions. However, as everyone has their own story, some themes and topics may be personally triggering and negative emotions may surface. You may also wish to write about a difficult experience. The workshops are not a form of therapy, and it is important you can keep yourself safe.

• Please arrive in good time as the session will begin at 6.30pm.

• Free hot drinks are available. If you would like a tea or coffee, please arrive 10-15 minutes before the session so this can be arranged.
• Although I supply pens and lined A5 paper, I recommend bringing your own dedicated notebook to keep your writing and reflections in one place.

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