Therapeutic Writing with Katie Watson

  • Online
  • March 23
  • 18:00 - 20:00
  • 20
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Write Your Self: An Evening of Writing, Connection and Community
£20 | 23rd March 2024 | 6-8pm (GMT, UK Time) |

“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you,” Maya Angelou.

After a difficult, overwhelming or traumatic experience, we can be left feeling powerless, without voice, language or agency. For those of us with a history of trauma, writing can be a valuable catalyst for healing and recovery.

Writers often tell me how fundamental it is to find community and connection when developing a therapeutic writing practice. Being witnessed and held by our peers can be as transformative and healing as the writing itself, which is precisely why the Write Your Self methodology is designed for group settings.

In this new event, we’re bringing together writers who have completed a short workshop, masterclass, or a longer programme with me, alongside those who are newly curious about the concept of therapeutic writing, to join us for an evening of writing, connection and community.

We will offer a choice of new writing exercises and dedicated time to talk about your writing journey with others. We will conclude the evening with spoken readings from two writers in the group. As with all of my sessions, everything that is offered here is offered invitationally. You decide what your level of engagement will be, always.

Further Information

2hr Session Structure – 10min Introduction, 10min Exercise, 20min Private Writing, 20min Break, 30min Small Groups, 20min Readings, 10min Event Close.

This event will be recorded for ticket holders who can’t make it or who need the recording to meet their access needs. The breakout rooms will not be recorded.

If you are interested in giving a reading at the event, please email katiefionaalison@gmail.com and enniswelbourne@gmail.com before the 9th of March, and we will be glad to discuss this with you. [Two spots still available.]

The Zoom link will be sent out via email by 11am (GMT) on the 23rd March. If you haven’t received the link by then, please email enniswelbourne@gmail.com.