There are things I want to write about but don't know how to start. And ideas for growing The Pocket Poet 'business' that I'm not sure I have the capacity for. So I thought I would practice what I preach and just start writing and see if that helps. And if I get a blog post out of it, and show you how this reflective writing thing works in the process, then even better!
Things that are ACTUALLY happening:
Ideas I've got in the pipeline of my mind or have put out proposals for:
And some ideas for the longer term:
So now I feel exhausted but it's amazing to see it in black and white how much I have already achieved and am possibly yet to achieve quite soon. And although there is a long way to go, at least I have captured my intentions to refer back to when I am in the right place to move forward with the next step.
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I have been thinking about the benefits of writing for others versus writing for myself.
For most of my life I have only really written for myself, as a therapeutic tool and to make sense of my thoughts, feelings and experiences. I would occasionally branch out into 'commissioned' work for relatives for birthdays, anniversaries etc, but ultimately, writing has always been- at least partially- a personal act of self development and self care. When considering where to go with my writing next then, it seems only logical that I take my skills and passion for creative writing, combine them with my interest and enthusiasm for psychology and mental health, and start working towards facilitating Creative Writing for Wellbeing Workshops. That, dear reader, is my next grand plan. Writing for Therapeutic Purposes/Wellbeing Workshops in a variety of settings- starting with my local library and the existing mental health support groups I facilitate, and maybe even testing out some sessions on the kids sown at the local youth club; everyone can benefit from the positive effects of writing, and I want to make sure that everyone does. |
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