There is one particular piece of writing which participants do at my Writing for Wellbeing workshops which is particularly helpful to me — and that is the feedback sheet they complete at the end of the session! It is wonderful to read how people leave the sessions feeling so positive, and to see what are their favorite activities. It is a great boost to me to know that the benefits of Writing for Wellbeing are not just real and true, but are immediate. Thank you to everyone who has participated in the workshops, and for all your helpful feedback. You make it all worthwhile.
I’d thought I’d share with you some of the comments people have made in recent workshops:
‘Everything was fantastic. It was nice that there was no pressure to share stories, no paperwork… just a simple notepad and pen.’
‘All so helpful, unexpected and wonderful.’
‘I really rediscovered the power of writing and will take some of the exercises home.’
‘The journey was really interesting. This was the first workshop I had ever done and I think it has opened a door for me.’
‘Well structured, well led, and thoroughly enjoyable.’
‘The whole range of activities was a very freeing experience. I liked the variation.’
‘I liked the help at the beginning to overcome the “blank page” phobia.’
‘Felt welcomed and comfortable within the group and exercises.’
‘It encouraged me to free up my writing and not get too hung up on the technicalities.’
‘It helped me feel and experience the joy/power of writing without a particular immediate aim.’
‘It sparked my imagination and felt very freeing.’
‘You managed the time really well and I liked how there was some discussion, but this did not dominate and you kept the emphasis on writing.’
‘The visualization very calming and meditative. As my first visit to a writing workshop, I found it very accessible and non-threatening. A very enjoyable experience, which was very positive in its approach and content.’
‘Made me realize how easy it is to get the writing going.’
‘I enjoyed all the activities and found them all helpful in their own way. I felt comfortable, relaxed and able to take part in all the activities.’