Creative Writing & Mindfulness Workshop

This event is organised by Creative Wellbeing, formed by Rebecca Adams and Suzanne Lloyd. They met while delivering courses for South Gloucestershire Council and came together through their passions for learning, sharing ideas and personal development.At the heart of this collaboration is the belief that you, the participant, are always the most important focus in their workshops. Through a unique approach that fuses intuition with a sound knowledge-base, they draw out your creativity, meaning that you will spend the day tapping into your own insights as well as learning from theirs. The focus will be on you and the support you need to move forward.They are experienced, versatile teachers and course designers with post graduate certificates in education. They have been teaching and inspiring adults through local authority organisations, charities and training companies for over 15 years."I would have no hesitation in recommending Rebecca for any help or support you may need regarding blogging or writing."Julie Lloyd,coaching clientRebecca has developed, written and delivered Creative Writing for Wellbeing courses for organisations including the local charity Kinergy. Recently, she joined Paper Nations, a creative writing incubator supported by Bath Spa University and Arts Council England, as an Associate Writing Producer. After studying a BA (Hons) in English Literature and Spanish and a PGCE in Further Education, she spent 18 years teaching and coaching in Spain. She began her career teaching English at the University of Cantabria. Whilst living in Spain, she also freelanced as a speaker and collaborative writer with the educational publisher, Macmillan Iberia ELT. Since gaining a diploma in Personal Performance Coaching, Rebecca has been exploring the effects of creative writing on wellbeing and supporting writers to gain confidence. Through coaching, workshops and creative insights, Rebecca facilitates the desire to write in others.Rebecca has experimented with travel blogging and guest posting and has taught courses in the community on blogging and developing writing skills."Since attending Suzanne's course, I have felt calmer, happier and more confident. I am more aware of what is going on around me. I feel less isolated. I feel more accepting of other people."Cathy Parker, Introduction to Mindfulness courseSuzanne has developed, written and delivered mindfulness courses for organisations throughout the South West, including South Gloucestershire and North Somerset Councils. After studying a BA (Hons) in Business Studies with French and Spanish and a PGCE in modern languagesshe began her career teaching foreign languages, subsequently working with the International Baccalaureate Organisation (www.ibo.org) for over a decade in various posts. Life changes saw Suzanne pursuing a new direction teaching adults (English to Speakers of Other Languages, English Functional Skills and Mindfulness-based courses), as well as exploring mindfulness approaches. She is currently completing a Post Graduate Diploma in Psychological Therapies Practice (Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapies and Approaches) at the University of Exeter, having successfully completed the Post Graduate Certificate of the above course in 2019.Suzanne gently helps you to explore the inner landscape of the mind, connecting with body and emotions. Increased vitality, reduced levels of stress, a stronger sense of control and optimism are just some of the benefits that exploring a mindful approach with Suzanne can bring.

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Do you enjoy writing but sometimes find it difficult to focus?  Explore how Mindfulness can support your writing habits and creativity.

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This workshop is ideal for <ul><li>writers who want to develop their writing habits and find more time to write</li><li>writers who are curious about how mindfulness can support their creativity and productivity</li><li>people who want to write, but may not have started yet</li></ul>On this workshop you will learn how to:•	Tap into your creativity •	Bring more life to your writing •	Harness your capacity to focus so that you write more•	Overcome barriers to writing •	Celebrate and share your creative strengths Mindfulness involves paying attention to life in the present moment, with curiosity and non-judgement. Along with writing activities, you will explore mindfulness practices that support your creativity and writing habits. No experience of mindfulness is needed, just a desire to write; this is an opportunity for discovery.Tickets are limited to provide a small, safe group setting for exploration.Practical details:A Zoom link and information will be sent prior to the workshop.Length - 10am-2.30pm including a short break for lunchCost: £40 (inc Eventbrite fee)Materials you will need: Device to access Zoom platform, paper, writing materials, refreshments to hand, blanket, cushion.A space undisturbed by others for the period of the workshop would be helpful for you.

Testimonials from our previous Creative Writing and Mindfulness workshop:A really enjoyable day - I came away with loads of ideas not only on writing but about myself as a creative person. Suzanne and Rebecca ran the day so smoothly and really looked after us - thank you! The combination of mindfulness and writing exervises was really powerful. Hilary.Very well organised; nice size group; comfortable, safe space; all our needs were respected and looked after; thoroughly recommend both tutors. Thank you both, Carol.

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