Writing for Wellbeing taster session

ArtfulScribe aims to find, develop and promote new and emerging writers and audiences by hosting creative workshops workshops, live literature events, and open mics that inspire, educate and entertain.Covering a broad range of written and spoken word genres, as an organisation we are committed to empowering self-expression in the community by developing skills and confidence, raising the profile of writers and writing in Southampton, Hampshire, Dorset, West Sussex and beyond.

ArtfulScribe

Explore ways in which the practice of writing creatively can have a positive impact on mental health and emotional wellbeing.

New Milton Library

Play on Words 2025

Play on Words, a festival for readers, writers and lovers of words, returns to the New Forest with author talks, poetry and jazz, ghost stories, creative walks, a fantasy quiz night and much more. All events can be found at www.playonwords.org.uk.

In this taster Writing for Wellbeing workshop you will explore ways in which the practice of writing creatively can have a positive impact on mental health and emotional wellbeing. Led by local poet, writer and ArtfulScribe founding director Matt West, the session will introduce exploring poems and prose focusing on the Eight Pillars of Joy and Happiness (perspective, humour, acceptance, compassion, forgiveness, humility, gratitude, and generosity) and we'll see how to welcome more of these positives into our lives through prompts and exercises suitable for anyone to follow. We’ll connect with one-another through optional sharing of our responses in a kind and supportive environment welcoming of all.Suitable for all - including those who don’t think of themselves as writers (yet).This event is part of the Play on Words Festival - find out more about all our events and activities at <a href="https://www.playonwords.org.uk/whatson2025" title="https://www.playonwords.org.uk/whatson2025" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.playonwords.org.uk/whatson2025</a>This workshop will take place in the main space at New Milton Library. Just ask staff for help if you have trouble finding us!The library is an 8 minute walk from New Milton train station. Nearest bus stops are on Gore Road and Old Milton Road, 2 minutes walk away. There is accessible parking for blue badge holders. Other public paid for parking is available on nearby streets. Visit the library's website to find out more: <a href="https://www.hants.gov.uk/librariesandarchives/library/libraryfinder/new-milton-library" title="https://www.hants.gov.uk/librariesandarchives/library/libraryfinder/new-milton-library" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.hants.gov.uk/librariesandarchives/library/libraryfinder/new-milton-library</a>

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