Re/Generative Writing Circles

This is not a book club or a writing class. Instead we use poetry and short prose as a way in to our heart and body to find those ‘strange jewels’ -  feelings, memories, wisdom, stories and ideas. They may emerge in the form of a reflection, an idea for something new, a poem or the start of a story. Or have no form at all, and you just want to sit with the words shared. We welcome it all and we welcome all. I have hosted this circle for mothers, CEOs, small business owners, writers, retirees, students and more. It offers a pause, a refuelling of creativity, community and a way to connect to ourselves and others. 

We start each session with a short energy practice and free-write to get us present and in flow. We will then explore 3–5 poems or short/flash fiction pieces in circle, centred around a different theme. We read them together before using them as springboards for our own reflection, ideas, and writing. There is optional group sharing. Fieldwork is less about craft and more about creative flow and the power of expression.

You can read testimonials from past participants about the safe and nourishing space that is. Writual Circle. I start one to two new circles (almost) every month. Each group is usually around 8 participants so as to ensure everyone can be heard and that a beautiful sense of trust is built between participants.

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