Sunday WORD:ship

A collage in words

Dear Friend

Happy Sunday!

How are you feeling today?

I’m feeling rather grateful for another warm, sun drenched morning, while I holiday in paradise.  I’m sat here enjoying Greek island vibes, drinking my first coffee of the day, as I write a few words this Sunday.

For me, no matter where I am in the world, Sunday is my favourite day to journal and engage in the nurturing practice of therapeutic writing.  Whether you’re a seasoned journaling expert or cautiously exploring the practice, journaling on a Sunday can hold a profound power for introspection and for planting the seeds of your most radiant self.

So if you can, let yourself settle into a cosy nook, or stay in bed with a cuppa, nestle in with your journal and prepare to connect with your innermost feelings through the written word.  

Here are a few prompts to guide you on this Sunday WORD:ship session…

Reflect on the week’s journey:

- What experiences or interactions stirred up strong emotions that could do with some processing?

- When did you experience moments of joy, peace, or calm?  Describe them vividly to try and anchor all the positive energy associated with it.

- What challenges emerged that revealed areas for growth or a mindset shift?

Celebrate your resilience:

- Note one struggle or challenge you navigated with courage or self compassion.  What strengths did you lean into?

- How have you expanded on some of your biggest fears since this time last year?

- Write an affirmation for the week ahead, declaring your commitment to being courageous.

Set intentions for the week:

- What’s one aspect of your life you’d like to bring more intentionality and presence to?

- How could you express your authenticity more?

- What’s the one thing you are prepared to ‘let go’ of this week?

Whether you spend 10 minutes free writing or half an hour with some of the above prompts, consider this journaling time a gentle ritual of self nurture.  It’s an opportunity to lean into your emotions without any judgement.  If you give yourself at least 20 minutes to “pause for thought” I promise you’ll be able to download so much wisdom you’d normally not notice. 

Please don’t be afraid of the blank page.  They are there for you to curate stories, to mind-map ideas, list your dreams and desires, write an unsent letters to yourself or even doodle whilst daydreaming.  I dare you to grab your favourite pen, find a comfortable corner and savour these Sunday moments.  It’s one of the most beautiful gifts you can give yourself.  Do something today that your future self will thank you for.

Until the next time.

Take care and stay safe xx

What’s On with EASE

Creative Unblocking Weekend Retreat with ease & Emma Gannon - ONLY 1 BEDROOM LEFT - 16th-18th November 2024

Rage on a Page - you’re very welcome to join the next series of my therapeutic journaling program. I’m looking to work with another 6 women for the October class.

More Sales Please - a brand new day retreat to blow up the sales in your creative business without the grind, with the gorgeously energetic Sara Dalrymple of The Scoop 27th September 2024. ONLY 1 SPACE LEFT!

Storytelling with ease & Tim Lott - This day retreat will cover both memoir and fiction.  It will concentrate on the emotional journey of being a writer; but also the practical aspects of how to get your ideas on the page; including creating outlines, generating story ideas and understanding story structure and character development. 25th October 2024.

Doing Hard Things with ease & Stacey Heale. After such a magical day in June, Stacey is back with another EPIC retreat. Ooh and we are gifting a bursary place for one lucky guest. Friday 8th November.

Your Feelings, Your Superpower with ease & Women Are Mad with Jen&Salima. Across the course of the day, Jen and Salima will help you to deeply tune into and structure your feelings,in order to articulate them clearly.   Saturday 9th November.

Digital Detox Weekend Retreat - set in a gorgeous beach house near Pembrokeshire. Join me to learn how to take back control on the amount of time you spend on your device, find new ways to entertain yourself, embrace more positive daily activities and generally feel more upbeat and happier. Guaranteed… coastal walks, cold water therapy, feasting on local produce, therapeutic journaling workshops, reading, writing and plenty of resting! ONLY 1 SPACE LEFT. 18th-20th October 2024.