With Nell & I
An exciting new collaboration with writer & journalist Nell Frizzell
'New Month, New Collaborations'
Ah the joy of collaborating with wonderful human beings. I am beyond excited to announce that I shall be joining forces with the very talented and rather funny author, journalist Nell Frizzell this September.
She is best known for features and columns on gender, culture, art and politics, as well as many pieces on wild swimming. She lives in Oxford, with her partner, her son and a collection of Thomas the Tank Engine toys that, frankly, she never signed up for.
Nell has also featured several times on BBC Radio4’s Woman’s Hour.
Writing Motherhood with Ease
A truly unique writing retreat.
Would you like to join us?
Where: Spend a wonderful day steaming up the river through some of Oxfordshire’s most beautiful countryside on a private boat. Setting sail from Oxford city centre, overlooked by ancient colleges and even a few cows.
What to expect: Prepare for an adventure.
Both an adventure through your imagination, mind and writing, but also through the meadows and willow banks of Port Meadow and the countryside beyond.
Nell will lead a day full of specially-designed exercises and discussions to help you push towards the next stage of your writing project, whether that’s forming an idea, finding a structure, or improving your prose.
As a journalist and writer, Nell has dug deep into both the personal and the political, with a particular focus on women and motherhood. As well as writing a regular parenting column for Vogue, Nell has written for The Guardian, The Sunday Times, Grazia, The Observer, VICE, Elle and The Independent. She regularly contributes to the BBC, released a podcast to link in with her first book, The Panic Years and is the author of the novel Square One. Her most recent book, Holding The Baby is a memoir and a manifesto exploring early parenting, work, sex, family, housing and all the good stuff.
As the new term begins and the seasons begin to change, you can use this special creative retreat to explore your own intentions and ambitions; explore your voice; find momentum.
There will be a delicious catered picnic lunch, inspiring views and perhaps even a chance to swim with Nell in the wild waters of Oxfordshire!
This writing retreat is for you if…
You love writing but would like help structuring your ideas, enlivening your prose or advice on how to break into publishing.
You are keen to explore the theme of motherhood, in whatever way you choose to interpret it.
You would like to expand your style and approach with exciting, galvanising exercises and approaches.
LATEST NEWS...
The 'Introduction to Therapeutic Journaling' Series which kicks off this month SOLD OUT in less than 24hours. Which is absolutely remarkable! I'm so thrilled it has been popular with you my wonderful subscribers. In case you missed it, there is a new series starting on Thursday 14th September. Please email me hello@easeretreats.com if you’d like more information or to book.
If you have tried journaling, but due to lack of time or motivation you've lost momentum or you'd like to learn how to journal more regularly, then my journaling workshop series should be just what you're looking for.
After journaling on/off for the past two decades and now consistently getting to the page every day for the past 800+ days, I am super passionate about sharing the benefits of journaling for better health and wellbeing. I guarantee you will be journaling consistently in no time at all. I promise you'll enjoy my fun sessions, you'll look forward to your new daily practice and you'll notice the positive impact journaling can have on your outlook on life.
In other news... I am planning an online memoir masterclass series with Clover Stroud once she has settled into her new home in Washington DC. There is a waiting list for this series, please connect with me if you'd like to join the community.
Oh and my residential writing retreats are coming back this Autumn. Yay!! A whole weekend of writing and resting hosted somewhere magical in Wales, so keep following my Substack notes and @easeretreats over on Instagram for updates about the theme, the guest writer and the new retreat dates!
Until the next time, stay safe and take time to rest
Tanya x
PS - The latest Ease Retreats news is regularly updated on our social media platforms. If you'd like to attend one of our retreats in 2023, email me and I'll add your contact details to the waiting list.
If you're an author, writer, creative expert or a wellness professional and you'd like to collaborate with Ease, please email hello@easeretreats.com or send a message via the contacts page on the website https://www.easeretreats.com/contact
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