Waltham Forest Adult Learning Service
Workshop Information Sheet 2023-2024
Workshop Title: Write yourself Well
Who is the course for?
This short workshop is aimed at adults who would like to gain a better appreciation of themselves and enhance their wellbeing using writing as a tool.
Perhaps you are new to journaling or tried in the past but thought you were not good at it.
This workshop will explore how to establish a regular writing practice setting you free from the fear of perfection. Some research evidence confirming the psychological benefits of writing in this way will be highlighted.
Overview
Workshop Title: Enhance your wellbeing using writing as a tool
Who is the workshop for?
This short workshop is aimed at adults who would like to gain a better appreciation of themselves and enhance their wellbeing using writing as a tool.
Perhaps you are new to journaling or tried in the past but thought you were not good at it.
This workshop will explore how to establish a regular writing practice setting you free from the fear of perfection. Some research evidence confirming the psychological benefits of writing in this way will be highlighted.
You will learn writing techniques to use for therapeutic benefits including managing your emotions and thoughts, finding balance, gaining insights, and nurturing your wisdom.
In the workshop, we will cover topics that you can write about including your perceived failures and how to transform them on the page or how to develop your relationship with nature.
Please note that this short session is not intended to replace seeking professional help for significant physical, emotional and mental health problem.
This session will be live online. Participants might be asked to access on-line links, download information, answer quizzes, view a short video and take part in group discussions.
Do you gain any qualifications?
No.
Do you need to be interviewed or assessed before enrolling on the course?
No.
What will you learn?
By the end of the session, you will have developed:
- essential knowledge about yourself,
- access to resources to review your progress and continue develop your knowledge.
Essential equipment and resources
• Computer, tablet or smartphone with sound (these will be held online)
• Miscellaneous resources - mostly available at home
• If specialist items are required, they will be provided
• Notebook and pen
• Internet access
• Current email address or mobile number that emails and resources can b
Prosp Content
What happens after the course?
At the end of the course, you can further develop with wellbeing skills by enrolling on the next course, and/ or continuing with other wellbeing courses.
Career And Progression
