Write your story - letters of a lifetime

Description

Have you been feeling drawn to recall and note down your life experience and share stories from your heart to preserve them - for yourself or a loved one ...but just don't know where to start?

Your stories matter: you have a lifetime of wisdom, heartfelt tales, hard lessons learned, ideas, thoughts and juicy tidbits buried deep in your heart. It’s time to reveal and share them.

Author, speaker and writing retreat devotee, Kate Emmerson (aka The Quick Shift Deva) changes lives through writing. In this exclusive taster workshop, Kate will help you to unearth those tales that need to be unleashed. You will weave your words out onto paper, and leave your session with a heart-story in the form of a personal letter addressed to…..whom?

Perfect to create a meaningful gift for a loved one, child, grandchild or someone yet to be born. Or a love note to yourself.

"I really enjoyed the workshop and loved Kate’s energy and her ability to hold space for me: my letter to my ex was something which I felt I had to do and was emotional and I absolutely felt that she knew that and enabled me to do what I needed to do. Thank you for opening your beautiful home to us, too. I would urge others to do this workshop, not just because it allows you time to yourself, dedicated to you alone, but also because of the way Kate facilitates the session, it is like a hug and rainbow sprinkles combined with spending a couple of hours with your best friend."

This 3 hour session is perfect for those new to, nervous about, or unsure how to start recording their thoughts in writing. And is equally suited to those who already write for pleasure or work, but want to explore the possibilities of letter writing as a way of recording life stories.

Kate says, "when we take time to pause, inwardly reflect and then bravely put our words onto paper - that powerful act can invoke a deep sense of peace and healing as it fills our hearts."

All the materials you will need are included in the price, but you're welcome to bring a favourite pen to write with. 

Make your mark with ink on paper, add colour, visual doodles, wax seals, gift wrap and more (if you wish) to create your unique letter to the future.

Images: handwritten love letters by Inpreet Kaur, Letteringbuff

More information 

The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a supportive and welcoming home-based environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh’s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in being creative.

Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us. 

All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, plus light refreshments (a selection of Shibui teas, coffee, hot chocolate, and sweet or savoury snacks). On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out; or there are a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, cafés, and restaurants, plus supermarkets, within a 5-10 minute walk.

PLEASE NOTE: Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access. The workshop space is in our home which is not nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.

Private workshop bookings

Most of our workshops are also available to book for small private get-togethers; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and as in-store retail events. For larger groups, many of our workshops can be brought to a location of your choice. Please email Lynn or phone 07732 901150 for more information.

Age restrictions

Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.