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Writing for wellbeing is a simple and powerful way to help us connect to our inner selves.

It can take many forms including journalling, poetry and fiction.

Perhaps the most important point about writing in this way is that there are no rules, no right or wrong approach. You can write whatever comes to you in whatever way.

There is no need for a writing degree or any previous writing experience. The only requirements are a pen and paper and a quiet place to sit.

The benefits of writing for our wellbeing are many but they include:

• Helping to release anxiety and stress
• Providing clarity and insight
• Developing our connection to our inner wisdom (intuition)
• Restoring our feelings of emotional wellbeing
• Helping to build our resilience
• Increasing self-awareness and self-understanding
• Coping with change
• Allowing us to move on from challenging times