Writing for Wellbeing

What is it?

Also called therapeutic and reflective writing, this is a resource that will surprise and empower you. It’s something a bit different that you might not have previously considered.

How will it help me?

• By focusing your mind
• Shifting your perspective
• Opening you up to new ideas
• Releasing difficult emotions
• Providing insight
• It’s actually fun too!

You’ll be pleased to know that unlike creative writing, there aren’t many rules.

• You don’t have to be a writer, or be any good at writing in general. Grammar, spelling and punctuation don’t matter here.
• You can write in whatever language comes naturally to you
• There’s no requirement to share your words. It can remain between you and the page. You’ll be encouraged to talk about the exercise in a reflective way. It’s about the process not the content
• There’s an emphasis on cathartic expression and positivity
• There’s no wrong way to do the exercises, if you don't understand or like them - you can write about that.

What generally happens in a session?

There are a series of prompts and exercises you are invited to engage with and time to respond to them. Ground rules will be provided and some guidance, but there's also a lot of freedom.

I'm a member of Lapidus, the International Writing for Wellbeing Community. For more information visit https://lapidus.org.uk/