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£49\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Den at Beartown Brewery, Spindle Street,  Congleton, CW12 1QN\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limited to 16 participants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrice includes all materials, a nourishing grazing lunch and drinks.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eTake four hours out of your busy life to reconnect with the woman behind all the responsibilities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eSomewhere along the way, many women stop recognising themselves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eBetween work, family, caring for others and 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\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eIt’s about uncovering who you’ve always been and letting her shine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"is-this-retreat-for-you\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eIs this retreat for you?\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: is-this-retreat-for-you;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThis retreat has been created for women who:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: is-this-retreat-for-you;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eFeel they’ve lost themselves somewhere along the way\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eRarely put themselves first without feeling guilty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eAre ready to invest a little time in themselves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eWant greater clarity, confidence and direction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eLove learning, personal growth and meaningful conversations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEnjoy creativity but don’t consider themselves 'creative'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eWant to meet like-minded women in a welcoming and supportive environment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: is-this-retreat-for-you;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eWhether you’re navigating a life transition, entering a new season, or simply craving some uninterrupted time for yourself, you’ll be warmly welcomed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-youll-experience\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eWhat you’ll experience\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: what-youll-experience;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThroughout the retreat, you’ll enjoy a carefully guided journey combining reflection, creativity and practical confidence-building.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: what-youll-experience;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eTogether we’ll:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: what-youll-experience;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eDiscover what confidence really means to you\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eExplore your strengths, values and authentic self through guided journalling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eLearn how colour can enhance confidence and express your personality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eCreate a personal mood board inspired by your future self\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eWrite a powerful letter from your future self filled with encouragement and wisdom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eConnect with other women in a relaxed, supportive space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: what-youll-experience;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eYou'll be guided step by step. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: what-youll-experience;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThere are no right answers, n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: what-youll-experience;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eo artistic ability is needed, and n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: what-youll-experience;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eo previous journalling experience is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"youll-leave-with\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eYou’ll leave with\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: youll-leave-with;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eMore than inspiration, you’ll leave with practical tools to continue your journey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: youll-leave-with;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eYour retreat includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: youll-leave-with;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eA beautiful journal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eGuided journalling prompts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eA colour-inspired gift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eYour completed mood board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003ePractical colour confidence tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eA future-self letter to revisit whenever you need encouragement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eFresh perspective and renewed confidence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-to-expect\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eWhat to expect\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: what-to-expect;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThis is a small, intimate retreat with a maximum of 16 participants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: what-to-expect;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eWhat to expect:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: what-to-expect;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003ea calm and welcoming atmosphere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: what-to-expect;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003einspiring conversations \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: what-to-expect;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003egentle guidance throughout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: what-to-expect;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003ecreative activities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: what-to-expect;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003erefreshments and grazing-style treats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: what-to-expect;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003etime to pause without interruption \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: what-to-expect;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003elaughter, reflection and plenty of 'me time'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: what-to-expect;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eSharing your thoughts is always optional. Many women discover their biggest breakthroughs simply through writing quietly for themselves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"meet-your-facilitators\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eMeet Your Facilitators\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: meet-your-facilitators;\"\u003e\u003ca name=\"anna-woolliscroft\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eAnna Woolliscroft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: meet-your-facilitators;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: anna-woolliscroft;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eWriting with Purpose\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: meet-your-facilitators;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: anna-woolliscroft;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eAnna is a journalling facilitator who helps women reconnect with themselves through practical, guided journalling. Her warm, supportive approach removes the pressure many people feel about journalling and replaces it with curiosity, clarity and self-compassion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: meet-your-facilitators;\"\u003e\u003ca name=\"claire-du-plessis\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eClaire du Plessis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: meet-your-facilitators;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: claire-du-plessis;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eRenew \u0026amp; Restyle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: meet-your-facilitators;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: claire-du-plessis;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eClaire is a colour and confidence specialist who helps women discover the colours that naturally complement them and build confidence through authentic personal style. Her approach is practical, uplifting and designed to help every woman feel comfortable in her own skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: meet-your-facilitators;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: claire-du-plessis;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eTogether, Anna and Claire create an experience that nurtures confidence from the inside out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"0\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"good-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eGood to know\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: good-to-know;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eDuration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e 4 hours\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: good-to-know;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eGroup size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e Maximum 16 women\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: good-to-know;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eInvestment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e £49\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: good-to-know;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: good-to-know;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: good-to-know;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eJournal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eColour-inspired gift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eGuided workbook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eCreative materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eRefreshments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eGrazing board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: good-to-know;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eVenue details will be confirmed after booking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe first in our Seasonal Signature Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: X4c0a0494b8b5f3c0a61dbf57a00f30cec1b0de0;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfidence, Inside \u0026amp; Out\u003c\/strong\u003e is the first in a new collection of seasonal retreats designed to help women reconnect with themselves throughout the year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: X4c0a0494b8b5f3c0a61dbf57a00f30cec1b0de0;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eEach season will explore a different aspect of confidence, wellbeing and personal growth, giving you the opportunity to pause, reflect and continue investing in yourself alongside a supportive community of like-minded women.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: X4c0a0494b8b5f3c0a61dbf57a00f30cec1b0de0;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eGive yourself permission.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eFor one morning, there are no deadlines, n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eo expectations, and zero \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003epressure to perform.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eJust space to breathe, reflect, create and remember the woman you’ve always been.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eWe’d love you to join us.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Writing With Purpose","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51533048054075,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0868\/6531\/4107\/files\/ConfidenceInsideandOut.jpg?v=1785867589"},{"product_id":"walking-with-purpose-nature-journalling-at-rode-heath-rise-25-september","title":"Walking with Purpose: Nature Journalling at Rode Heath Rise 25 September","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNature Journalling: An Exploration of Your Senses\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLearn about journalling in nature by slowing down, stepping away from the noise of everyday life and enjoying quiet time to reflect.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNature has a mysterious way of helping us hear ourselves more clearly. This guided nature journalling walk offers a gentle space to slow down, step away from the noise of everyday life, and reconnect with what matters most to you. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNature Journalling: 25 September, 3-5 pm\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not nature writing in the traditional sense. There is no sketching, no botanical knowledge needed, and no pressure to produce anything. Instead, the natural world becomes a companion for personal reflection, mindful noticing, and journalling for clarity, relief, and wellbeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe walk draws on the nature journalling practice of John Muir Laws, whose three-part prompt, 'I notice, I wonder, it reminds me of', offers a gentle but surprisingly revealing way to slow down and pay attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat do you notice around you?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is stirring within you?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat feelings, memories, or longings does the natural world bring to the surface?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs we walk, pause, and write, nature becomes a co-pilot in the process. The outdoors offers perspective and spaciousness. 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But every time you try, something stops you. The blank page. The feeling that you're doing it wrong. The habit that never quite takes hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis session changes that. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn two guided hours, you'll learn what journalling really is, why it works, and try four techniques that show you it doesn't have to be complicated, daily, or perfect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIn this session, you'll:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscover the different types of journalling and find the ones that suit you\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand the science behind why writing works with evidence you can trust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTry four guided activities, including a writing sprint, the visual exercise, gratitude journalling, and reflective writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn how to build a simple ritual that fits your life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave with a list of resources to keep exploring \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe science behind it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePsychologist James Pennebaker has spent decades researching what happens when we write honestly about our lives. His findings show that just 15–20 minutes of expressive writing, done over a few days, produces measurable improvements in mental and physical health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 2022 meta-analysis published in the British Journal of Clinical Psychology, drawing on 31 randomised studies and over 4,000 participants, found that expressive writing produced a significant reduction in depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms – and the benefits tend to build over time rather than appearing overnight. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you'll take away\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClarity about what journalling is and how to use it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA small set of techniques you've already tried\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd the confidence to open a blank page without freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this session is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete beginners. People who've tried before and stopped. Anyone who wants a proper, guided introduction rather than a YouTube rabbit hole. No prior writing experience needed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to bring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA notebook and pen, or your laptop if you prefer to type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Anna\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnna Woolliscroft holds a Merit-level MA in Creative Writing and Wellbeing and is a certified Journal to the Self® Instructor. 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Leave with insight, ideas and direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"StructuredModuleRenderer-module-scss-module__Qv95HW__structuredContent StructuredModuleRenderer-module-scss-module__Qv95HW__text\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA space to pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLife moves fast. Give yourself an hour of self-care and reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese monthly sessions offer you 60 minutes to slow down, explore what matters, and discover how journalling can become a reliable tool for clarity, calm, and self-compassion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach session follows a gentle structure, such as a warm-up write, a visual exercise, a poem, and guided journalling. Every month brings a new theme, so you'll always experience something fresh. Whether you're brand new to journalling or have been filling notebooks for years, you're welcome here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost people gain insight into themselves and their lives during the very first exercise.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"I learned a lot about myself \u0026amp; once I become fully immersed I feel it will be a wonderful journey 😊\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Safe space to think and reflect\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOctober's Theme: Stories \u0026amp; Ancestors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis month coincides with National Storytelling Week, so we'll use this theme to consider the story we tell ourselves, past stories in our lineage, and the story you want to pass on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuided journalling exercises tailored to the monthly theme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA supportive, no-pressure environment where sharing is invited but never required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA PDF handout and follow-up prompts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to expect:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach session is designed to help you be present, write openly, reflect on what emerges, and set intentions for moving forward. 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I have wanted to journal for some time but not known how to start and this was perfect.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Anna gently and confidently took us through different techniques with each one building more and more clarity.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen is the online journalling circle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWednesday, 21 October at 5 pm for 60 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*This is the evening session. There is also one at 9 am delivering the same content. 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