Saturday 11 May 2019

11 May workshops - Air + Writing to Taste Life

It was good to be back at Goose Green and to offer the last of the elements - Air.  We connected through a poem that praised air and later co-created a new poem through interweaving lines from one another's words.  This involved mindful listening and selection.

I then dashed off to Brompton Road Library to take part in the Cityreads series of events around the book "Sofia Khan is not obliged".  As some of the group were expecting a talk on food, it was wonderful that everyone was willing to find out about words for wellbeing and to take part in the workshop.

Here is a selection of feedback from the two workshops:

What did you particularly enjoy?
"Starting with a word and building forward was inspirational for me." - Brajesh

"Having the quiet, space and relaxation to allow myself to think, focus and express myself in writing," - Jan

"Sharing ideas with others and hearing their contributions." - Noreen

"Participation, sharing experiences and hearing beautiful stories." - Tania


Something you might take away
"Writing regularly (without judging it)." - Brajesh

"The realisation that writing down feelings and thoughts helps to clear your mind and get rid of anxiety with a better understanding of yourself." - Jan

"Starting to write for me." Maria

"Write for the joy of writing." Parishma

"Learning that sharing, regardless of what I think is good or bad is important." - Tania

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Other comments
"I would like to go to other similar events about writing." Donna Costa

"Thank you - a very enjoyable two hours." Maria

"Longer session needed.  Would love more sessions" - Tania