It was a pleasure and a privilege to spend Friday afternoon with Spitalfields Crypt Trust (SCT) and their Creative Writing Group.
I facilitated a workshop where we tried out tools such as Free write and Word Prompts, before exploring Haiku
Creativity begets Creativity
Encouraging creativity in others can often spark creativity in you. It had been a long while since I’d written a haiku, but no. 190 was written that afternoon. To the soundtrack of the SCT volunteers being appreciated and while soaking up some sun.
Why I Write
Hearing the poems and reflections of the group was a joy. The ‘Why I Write’ poem was written (by me) using responses the participants wrote at the start of the session. It felt like a fitting way to wrap up the workshop.
‘Creating Beautiful Words Together’
Thanks to all the participants (who made the session what it was), Vicky Creyton for the invite, Suki for connecting us and Ashleigh for the video.
Follow Spitalfields Crypt Trust (SCT) to find out more about what they do and have to offer. If you know someone in recovery who would like to join one of their classes, they can email: traininganddevelopment@sct.org.uk
Interested in a Creative Workshop?
If you are interested in a creative workshop for your group, team or organisation, contact me to find out more.
Optional extra: Why being creative is good for you